In 2023, Poland led European national annual road freight transport for specified products, accounting for a substantial portion of the share, though growth was modest at 0.16%. Sweden and Estonia saw significant increases by 4.39% and 12.25%, respectively, whereas Austria experienced a notable decline of 8.59%. Luxembourg also observed a substantial rise at 10.8%, albeit from a small base. Latvia and the Netherlands witnessed healthy growth rates of 4.77% and 2.83% correspondingly, while the Czech Republic, Lithuania, and Slovakia faced declines.
Looking ahead, factors such as green logistics adoption, advancements in transport technology, and regional trade policies are likely to influence the road freight transport landscape in Europe. Enhanced focus on sustainable practices and potential shifts in supply chain strategies could alter country-specific performances. Additionally, continued recovery from recent economic disruptions might further affect the balance and growth dynamics within the sector.
Top countries in National Annual Road Freight Transport of Products of Wood, Cork, Straw, Plaiting, Pulp and Paper, Printed Matter and Recorded Media Unloaded in Non-Island Regions Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 31.26 | 2023 | +7.55% | +0.16% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 22.2 | 2023 | +4.78% | +4.39% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 11.25 | 2023 | +8.72% | +2.83% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 10.48 | 2023 | +2.11% | -8.59% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Latvia | 5.7 | 2023 | +5.1% | +4.77% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 4.43 | 2023 | -6.24% | -3.76% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 4.38 | 2023 | +11.74% | +1.62% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 4.32 | 2022 | +3.66% | View data | |
| 9 | 9 Estonia | 2.04 | 2023 | -5.41% | +12.25% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 1.72 | 2023 | +107.24% | -0.22% | View data |
