The European road freight volume for gravel, sand pits, clays, and kaolin shows that Poland leads with 35.62 million vehicle-kilometers, followed by Spain and Austria. Poland exhibits a positive trend with a 2.93% increase in 2023, contrasting sharply with countries like France with a 17.49% decrease. Latvia's significant 24.57% rise is noteworthy. Conversely, the Czech Republic, Denmark, and Slovenia saw a complete cessation of operations. These trends suggest varied economic and construction activities across Europe.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts driven by infrastructure investments, environmental regulations, and technological advancements in logistics efficiency, which could significantly impact the operational dynamics in this sector.
Top countries in Road Freight Volume of Operation of Gravel and Sand Pits; Mining of Clays and Kaolin Sector Share by Country (Million Vehicle-Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 35.62 | 2023 | +4% | +2.93% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 19.18 | 2023 | 0% | -1.37% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 10.96 | 2023 | 0% | +1.3% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 8.9 | 2023 | 0% | -17.49% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 6.85 | 2023 | +25% | +7.39% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 4.79 | 2023 | +75% | -4.9% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 4.79 | 2023 | +75% | -6.89% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 3.42 | 2023 | +400% | +10.76% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Latvia | 2.05 | 2023 | 0% | +24.57% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 1.37 | 2023 | -7.79% | View data |
