In 2023, Spain led Europe in national road freight volume of corrosives, demonstrating a share of 27.14 million tonne kilometers, followed by Germany at 18.41 and Italy at 14.19. Despite a decline in Germany and Italy from the previous year, Spain saw a growth of 3.79%. Belgium exhibited a significant increase of 6.26%, while Poland recorded the highest growth rate of 11.71%. Conversely, the United Kingdom, Finland, and Romania experienced declines of -4.69%, -8.01%, and -8.39%, respectively. Sweden showed substantial growth, outpacing others at 14.4%. Considering these variations, ongoing monitoring of these trends is key.
Looking forward, several trends merit attention in the European national road freight volume for corrosives:
- Growth in markets with recent expansion, like Sweden and Poland, suggests new opportunities.
- Potential economic or environmental policy shifts could impact countries with declining trends, such as Finland and Romania.
- Technological advancements in logistics may enhance efficiency and alter distribution dynamics.
- Future growth could be influenced by sustainability practices and tighter regulations on hazardous materials.
Top countries in National Road Freight Volume of Corrosives Share by Country (Million Tonne Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 27.14 | 2023 | +2.68% | +3.79% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 18.41 | 2023 | +3.81% | -1.41% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 14.19 | 2023 | +1.68% | -1.51% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 11.2 | 2023 | -0.6% | -4.69% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 7.48 | 2023 | +8.31% | +6.26% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 6.32 | 2023 | +14.72% | +11.71% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 5.24 | 2023 | -1.59% | -2.23% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Finland | 4.66 | 2023 | -0.36% | -8.01% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 3.24 | 2023 | -0.52% | +14.4% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 1.6 | 2023 | 0% | -0.62% | View data |
