The 2023 road freight transport data reveal significant variations in the European energy sector. Hungary experienced a substantial 15.19% increase in transport volume, indicating growing domestic energy needs or a shift in supply chain logistics. Ireland's slight decline by 1.14% suggests a stabilization or shift to alternative energy sources. Lithuania showed a moderate rise of 6.58%, suggesting an economic boost or increased production. Small Baltic nations like Estonia and Latvia, with low transport figures, emphasize limited market size or reliance on imports from neighboring countries.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts towards renewable energy sources, impacting coal and petroleum transport volumes. Financial and governmental policies aimed at emission reduction could lead to further transport reductions in favor of pipeline and renewable energy alternatives. Economic shifts or regional developments could also impact the demand for and distribution of these resources in European non-border regions.
Top countries in National Annual Road Freight Transport of Coal, Lignite, Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas Unloaded in Non-Border Regions by Country
| # | 6 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Czech Republic | 514 | 2022 | -22.82% | View data | |
| 2 | 2 Hungary | 507 | 2023 | -3.06% | +15.19% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ireland | 332 | 2023 | -7.49% | -1.14% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Lithuania | 66 | 2023 | -68.12% | +6.58% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Estonia | 48 | 2021 | +140% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 Latvia | 16 | 2022 | View data |
