In 2023, the primary leader in Europe's national road freight transport of basic metals and fabricated metal products from non-border regions was Poland with a significant volume of 39.7 million metric tons. The Netherlands and Austria followed, reporting 10.34 and 5.75 million metric tons, respectively. Noteworthy year-on-year variations include Slovenia's remarkable increase of 108.02%, driven by infrastructural improvements and increased domestic production. The Czech Republic also experienced substantial growth at 35.96%. Conversely, Lithuania saw a decline of 6.35%, influenced by economic challenges and decreased demand.
Future trends to watch for include an anticipated increase in road freight transport driven by ongoing industrial expansion in Central and Eastern Europe, led by Poland and the Czech Republic. Focus may also shift towards sustainable transportation solutions, as environmental regulations tighten across Europe.
Top countries in National Annual Road Freight Transport of Basic Metals and Fabricated Metal Products Loaded in Non-Border Regions by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 39,700 | 2022 | -0.2% | View data | |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 10,340 | 2023 | +0.47% | +2.57% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 5,750 | 2022 | +9.96% | View data | |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 4,160 | 2023 | +8.03% | +35.96% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 2,220 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 1,730 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 1,590 | 2023 | +7.59% | +11.84% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 1,140 | 2023 | -3.98% | +1.23% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Cyprus | 1,090 | 2023 | -21.13% | +14.56% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 700 | 2023 | +41.99% | +5.96% | View data |
