Poland and Italy lead in European national road freight volumes of coal, lignite, crude petroleum, and natural gas, with Poland seeing a modest growth of 3.39% in 2023, while Italy experienced a substantial increase of 17.9%. Notable declines occurred in Germany, the United Kingdom, and Denmark, reflecting broader regional shifts away from fossil fuel reliance. Countries like Sweden, Montenegro, and the Netherlands showed positive growth, indicating potential emerging markets in the region.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential increases in alternative energy sources impacting coal and petroleum volumes.
- Geopolitical developments affecting energy supply chains.
- Infrastructure investments influencing road freight efficiency and capacity.
Top countries in National Road Freight Volume of Coal, Lignite, Crude Petroleum and Natural Gas by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Tonne Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 3,890 | 2023 | +2.47% | +3.39% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 3,030 | 2023 | +10.19% | +17.9% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 885 | 2023 | +0.8% | +1.79% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 612 | 2023 | +0.33% | -3.8% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 244 | 2023 | -20.78% | -18.05% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 228 | 2023 | -21.96% | -15.96% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 223 | 2023 | -0.89% | -4.72% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 217 | 2023 | +6.9% | +8.25% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 185 | 2023 | -6.57% | -9.93% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 177 | 2023 | +3.51% | +4.95% | View data |
