In 2023, Italy led Europe with road freight volumes at 251 million vehicle-kilometers for gases, growing by 2.86% year-on-year. Poland and Germany followed, albeit with varying growth rates of 3.27% and 1.1%, respectively. Notably, Greece, the Netherlands, and Estonia experienced significant year-on-year growth at 9.67%, 8.2%, and 14.87%. Conversely, the UK, Spain, and France saw declines. Switzerland faced the largest drop at 17.04%. Over a five-year span, the compounded annual growth rates (CAGR) indicate subtle shifts, with gas volumes generally stabilizing or declining across many countries.
Future trends in Europe's total road freight volume of gases could be influenced by increased environmental regulations, technological advancements like hydrogen or biofuel trucks, and regional economic shifts. Monitoring the impact of EU sustainability goals and alternative energy adoption will be essential for understanding market dynamics and predicting future growth areas. Potential expansions in Eastern European countries could shift the current distribution landscape.
Top countries in Total Road Freight Volume of Gases (compressed, liquified, dissolved, under pressure) by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Vehicle-Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 251 | 2023 | +2.03% | +2.86% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 202 | 2023 | 0% | +3.27% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 188 | 2023 | +3.87% | +1.1% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 111 | 2023 | 0% | -2.5% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 103 | 2023 | 0% | -3.49% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 80 | 2023 | -2.44% | -3.98% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 46 | 2023 | +21.05% | +9.67% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 43 | 2023 | +2.38% | +8.2% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 25 | 2023 | 0% | -2.24% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 22 | 2023 | 0% | +1.92% | View data |
