In 2023, Germany led Europe's modal shift potential of long-distance road freight in containers with 44.35 thousand metric tons, followed by the UK at 10.37, and France at 10.08. Notable growth was observed in Lithuania with a 15.58% increase, while the Netherlands saw a decline of 4.44%. The UK and Spain experienced moderate growth, whereas France demonstrated a slight decrease. Other countries like Portugal, Belgium, and Cyprus saw notable improvements, indicating potential for significant modal shifts in the coming years.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Emerging technologies and infrastructure improvements facilitating more efficient freight transport.
- Environmental regulations and taxation policies promoting modal shifts from road to rail or sea transport.
- Economic shifts impacting trade flows across Europe, potentially influencing demand and transportation methods.
- Investment in intermodal logistics solutions enhancing the efficiency and reliability of container shipping.
Top countries in Modal Shift Potential of Long-Distance Road Freight in Containers Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 44.35 | 2023 | +1.97% | +1.14% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 10.37 | 2023 | +2.11% | +0.39% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 10.08 | 2023 | +6.19% | -0.56% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 7.94 | 2023 | +4.41% | +1.03% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 5.11 | 2023 | +9.65% | +1.49% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 4.57 | 2023 | +3.29% | +4.29% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Lithuania | 3.42 | 2023 | +13.42% | +15.58% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 3.38 | 2023 | -3.79% | -4.44% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 2.67 | 2023 | -1.01% | +9.62% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 2.32 | 2023 | +6.24% | +0.92% | View data |
