In 2023, Germany led the European road freight transport with a share of 39.84 million tonne-kilometers, experiencing a robust year-on-year increase of 5.78%. France and the United Kingdom followed, each showcasing minimal fluctuations at -0.05% and 0.96%, respectively. Sweden and Finland showed moderate growth, while Norway’s share saw a modest rise. Countries such as Spain and Macedonia depicted stronger growth rates at over 2% and 6.37%, respectively, whereas Poland and Croatia encountered significant declines, with Poland's decrease at -7.64% being particularly notable.
Looking ahead, significant trends include the potential impact of regulatory changes and increased investment in infrastructure across Europe. Sustainable practices might reshape freight transports, such as the adoption of electric trucks, affecting costs and logistics networks, potentially shifting market dynamics and average growth trends.
Top countries in Volume of Road Freight Transport with a Maximum Permissible Weight of at Least 40000 kg Share by Country (Million Tonne Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 39.84 | 2023 | +4.42% | +5.78% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 21.58 | 2023 | +0.27% | -0.05% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 18.13 | 2023 | +1.18% | +0.96% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 6.06 | 2023 | +1.25% | +1.33% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Finland | 3.75 | 2023 | +1.28% | +1.37% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Norway | 2.72 | 2023 | +0.71% | +0.79% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 1.11 | 2023 | +2.63% | +2.04% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 0.66 | 2023 | -9.08% | -7.64% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Latvia | 0.61 | 2023 | +0.61% | -0.13% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Macedonia | 0.076 | 2023 | +5.61% | +6.37% | View data |
