In 2023, European labor costs in road and pipeline transport displayed significant variance across countries. France leads with the highest cost of €34.42 billion, followed by Germany and Italy. The Netherlands and Belgium are mid-range, while Slovakia, Luxembourg, and Greece have notably lower expenses.
Year-on-year data from 2023 shows varied trends: Slovakia saw a 3.23% increase, the highest, while Greece faced a 1.67% decline. France and Germany showed moderate growth, while Estonia and Slovenia had notable upticks.
Future trends to watch:
- Potential impacts of automation and digital transformation on labor needs and costs.
- Inflationary pressures and governmental policies affecting wage structures.
- Shifts in transportation modes towards sustainable practices possibly impacting labor dynamics.
Top countries in Labour Costs in Road Transport and Pipeline Transport by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 34,420 | 2023 | +1.26% | +1.17% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 32,350 | 2023 | +1.81% | +2.34% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 21,310 | 2023 | +1.37% | +1.77% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 13,640 | 2023 | +1.49% | +1.26% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 9,300 | 2023 | +1.3% | +1.12% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 6,770 | 2023 | +1.46% | +1.9% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 5,330 | 2023 | +1.39% | +1.19% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Finland | 3,060 | 2023 | +1.26% | +1.19% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ireland | 1,620 | 2023 | +2.04% | +2.83% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 1,600 | 2023 | +2.86% | +3.23% | View data |
