In 2023, Poland led the European road freight volume in the sector with 41.21 million vehicle-kilometers, a marginal decrease of 0.3% from 2022. Other significant markets included Spain and France, with notable declines of 4.09% and 11.0% respectively. Countries like Austria and Croatia observed positive growth, the latter significantly up by 10.76%. In contrast, Portugal and the Czech Republic experienced significant declines. Over a five-year span, the average variation indicates moderate sectoral shifts recording diverse growth patterns across Europe.
Looking ahead to 2024, pay attention to:
- Potential market consolidations or expansions in major economies like Poland and Spain.
- The impact of economic policies and sustainability initiatives on freight demand and logistics.
- Technological advancements in logistics potentially reshaping operational efficiencies.
Top countries in Road Freight Volume of Wood, Construction Materials and Sanitary Equipment Wholesale Sector Share by Country (Million Vehicle-Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 41.21 | 2023 | 0% | -0.3% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 15.4 | 2023 | +2.06% | -4.09% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 14.15 | 2023 | +9.64% | -11% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 5.13 | 2023 | +50% | -4.71% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 4.67 | 2023 | +200% | -0.65% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 4.2 | 2023 | +3.85% | +0.76% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 2.64 | 2023 | +54.55% | -1.14% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 2.64 | 2023 | +21.43% | -1.14% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 1.71 | 2023 | +450% | -9.38% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 1.56 | 2023 | 0% | -1.89% | View data |
