In 2023, Hungary led Europe in the number of trailers over 10,000 kg with 1.78 million metric tons, while Spain and Finland followed at 1.41 and 0.902 million metric tons respectively. Year-on-year variations reveal significant increases in Spain (7.68%) and Malta (6.37%), while Austria saw a major decline (-23.77%). The overall growth trend in larger countries like Hungary and Spain suggests a stable demand in heavy transport sectors, notwithstanding minor contractions in France and Latvia.
Future trends to monitor include technological advancements in trailer design and increased efficiency demands, which could potentially bolster growth in countries like Hungary and Spain. Environmental regulations across Europe may also prompt shifts towards more sustainable and efficient transport systems, impacting trailer manufacturing and usage strategies.
Top countries in Number of Trailers with Permissible Gross Weight of over 10,000 kg by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Hungary | 1,780 | 2023 | +2.48% | +2.73% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 1,410 | 2023 | +6.89% | +7.68% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Finland | 902 | 2023 | +2.98% | +3.26% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 785 | 2023 | +3.56% | +3.15% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 654 | 2023 | -0.46% | -0.051% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 632 | 2023 | -21.97% | -23.77% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Estonia | 532.4 | 2023 | +0.37% | +1.52% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 386 | 2021 | 0% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 376 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 10 | 10 Romania | 301 | 2021 | View data |
