In 2023, Poland led European National Annual Road Freight Transport of Basic Metals and Fabricated Metal Products unloaded in border regions with a stable value of 11.6 million metric tons. While Austria and Slovakia recorded slight increases, other countries saw declines. Notably, the Czech Republic and Italy experienced significant reductions of 13.25% and 19.9% respectively. The Netherlands and smaller economies like Ireland and Slovenia also saw downturns, highlighting challenges in the sector.
Future trends to watch include:
- Growth potential in Central and Eastern Europe as economies in these regions stabilize and expand.
- Potential for increased transport efficiency through technology and infrastructure investments.
- Impacts of environmental regulations on transport practices and costs.
- Shifts in demand influenced by global trade dynamics and regional economic policies.
Top countries in National Annual Road Freight Transport of Basic Metals and Fabricated Metal Products Unloaded in Border Regions by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 11,600 | 2023 | +3.81% | View data | |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 11,040 | 2023 | +6.45% | -13.25% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 10,170 | 2023 | -10.7% | -19.9% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 7,390 | 2023 | +50.33% | +0.36% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovakia | 5,470 | 2023 | -15.12% | +3.84% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 4,930 | 2023 | -13.15% | -11.39% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 3,450 | 2022 | +56.55% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 2,540 | 2023 | +27.19% | -3.49% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 2,050 | 2023 | +0.39% | -6.98% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 1,800 | 2022 | -6.25% | View data |
