In 2024, Poland leads the global road freight transport share with 34.73 million tonne kilometers, followed by Germany at 18.86 and Japan at 11.82. Over the past year, Poland (8.83%) and Lithuania (9.71%) experienced significant growth, whereas Germany (-0.22%) and Japan (-1.38%) saw slight declines. Central and Eastern European countries like Romania and the Czech Republic also showed positive trends with 3.18% and 4.4% increases, respectively. The road freight transport sector in the United Kingdom grew modestly by 0.67%.
Looking ahead, key trends to watch include continued growth in Poland and Eastern Europe, driven by economic expansion and infrastructure investments. Germany and Japan may face challenges due to market saturation and increasing alternative transport modes. Monitoring the effects of economic policies and technological advancements, such as digital freight platforms and green logistics innovations, will be crucial.
Top countries in Road Freight Transport Share by Country (Million Tonne Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 34.73 | 2023 | +7.78% | +8.83% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 18.86 | 2023 | +0.92% | -0.22% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Japan | 11.82 | 2023 | -1.75% | -1.38% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 10.03 | 2023 | +3.02% | +0.67% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Lithuania | 4.17 | 2023 | +7.05% | +9.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 4.14 | 2023 | +2.97% | +3.18% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 3.07 | 2023 | +0.84% | +4.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 2.06 | 2023 | +0.94% | -0.74% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 2.01 | 2023 | -0.64% | +0.38% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 1.9 | 2023 | +5.07% | -0.65% | View data |
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