The European landscape of road freight transport operated for own account shows the United Kingdom leading with a significant share, followed closely by France and Germany. Despite its high standing, Germany experienced a decline, along with the UK, whereas France saw a positive year-on-year variation. Eastern European countries like Ukraine and Poland are emerging with notable values. Italy's significant drop of over 7% stands out, alongside stable variation in Eastern Europe. Trends reveal a nuanced picture: countries like Austria and Sweden are on an uptrend, whereas Denmark and Portugal are facing downward pressure.
Going forward, the freight transport sector in Europe is expected to be influenced by factors such as sustainability initiatives, rising costs of operations, digitalization of logistics, and regional political developments. This could result in a shift towards more efficient and eco-friendly transport solutions, with possible growth spurts in markets emphasizing green policies.
Top countries in Volume of National Road Freight Transport Operated for Own Account by Vehicles Registered Domestically Share by Country (Million Tonne Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 17.28 | 2023 | -0.65% | -0.77% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 16.63 | 2023 | +1.65% | +1.18% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 14.12 | 2023 | -1.28% | -1.32% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ukraine | 11.31 | 2023 | +2.45% | +0.94% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 10.79 | 2023 | +0.76% | +0.6% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 3.47 | 2023 | -0.66% | -1.17% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 2.52 | 2023 | +1.39% | +1.45% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 2.49 | 2023 | +0.079% | +0.12% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 2.28 | 2023 | +2.48% | +2.69% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 2.14 | 2023 | -1.94% | -1.88% | View data |
