In 2023, Poland dominated the European road freight transport for specified goods in rural regions with 21.03 million metric tons and a notable 9.16% year-on-year increase. Slovakia and the Czech Republic showed robust growth at 8.59% and 3.67% respectively. Ireland and Hungary faced declines, with Hungary seeing an 11.78% drop. Latvia registered a significant 14.63% rise, indicative of emerging market trends. The Netherlands and Estonia also showed positive growth, albeit modest.
Future trends to watch include potential growth in Eastern Europe, driven by infrastructural investments and economic integration. The sustainability push may impact sectors, focusing on green logistics and reducing carbon emissions.
Top countries in National Annual Road Freight Transport of Man-Made Fibers, Nuclear Fuel, Chemicals, Rubber, Plastic and Chemical Products Unloaded in Predominantly Rural Regions by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 21,030 | 2023 | +21.86% | +9.16% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ireland | 2,670 | 2023 | -8.72% | -2.69% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Slovakia | 2,290 | 2023 | +116.79% | +8.59% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Denmark | 1,500 | 2022 | -22.13% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 1,370 | 2023 | -9.42% | +3.67% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 1,330 | 2023 | +14.11% | +3.61% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Latvia | 291 | 2023 | +31.08% | +14.63% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Estonia | 226 | 2023 | +1.35% | +1.97% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 187 | 2023 | -39.48% | -11.78% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 61 | 2022 | -51.2% | -20.33% | View data |
