In 2023, France leads in the number of semi-trailers with permissible gross weight between 30,001 and 40,000 kg, at 9.96 million metric tons, followed by Spain and Romania at 7.52 and 3.99 million metric tons, respectively. Lithuania and Finland stand out with significant year-on-year growth rates of 13.37% and 11.16%, whereas Liechtenstein experienced a decline of 3.04%. Sweden's figures saw a slight decrease at -0.11% in 2023. The five-year CAGR for the region indicates a variable trend with countries like Croatia and Latvia showing moderate steady growth.
Looking ahead, growth in heavy-duty transportation infrastructure in larger markets like France and Spain is expected to continue fostering the number of semi-trailers in 2024. Eastern European markets such as Lithuania are poised for potential rapid expansion driven by increasing trade activities. Sustainability trends, especially in adopting eco-friendly semi-trailers, are anticipated to influence future demand across these nations. Monitoring regulatory changes regarding permissible weights could also impact market dynamics. Overall, economic conditions and infrastructure investments will significantly shape future trends in the European trailer market.
Top countries in Number of Semi-Trailers with Permissible Gross Weight Between 30,001 and 40,000 kg by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 9,960 | 2023 | +0.87% | +1.11% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 7,520 | 2023 | +2.09% | +2% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 3,990 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 2,210 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 5 | 5 Lithuania | 1,420 | 2023 | +9.6% | +13.37% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 989 | 2023 | -0.11% | +0.71% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Norway | 498 | 2023 | +1.22% | +1.45% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 457 | 2023 | +5.3% | +5.93% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Latvia | 416.86 | 2023 | +1.04% | +0.95% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 349 | 2023 | +0.87% | -0.11% | View data |
