In 2023, the international transport of loaded and empty road freight in the UK stood at 100 million vehicle-kilometers. The forecasted series from 2024 to 2028 shows a consistent downward trend, with an annual decrease evident in each year: 2024 records 98.82, decreasing progressively to 95.51 by 2028. The year-on-year percentage variation highlights a gradual decline, reflective of market challenges or shifts in logistics patterns over this period. The five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is negative, indicating a steady contraction in road freight volumes over the forecast horizon.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of regulatory changes related to emissions and sustainability, technological advancements in transport logistics, and economic factors that could influence cross-border trade demands. Additionally, shifts towards greener modes of transport and impacts of global trade agreements could further shape the trajectory of road freight in the UK beyond 2028.
