In 2023, the Czech Republic led with 33.04 million tonne kilometers in the European road freight sector for veneer sheets and wood-based panels, despite a 5.71% decline. Spain showed robust growth with an 11.63% increase, reaching 21.75 million tonne kilometers. France recorded a moderate 2.9% rise, while Romania saw a decline of 5.92%. Latvia and Portugal experienced significant decreases, by 14.88% and 12.94% respectively. Poland and Croatia both showed positive growth, with Poland up by 6.96% and Croatia by 4.56%.
Future trends to watch include:
- Continued growth in Spain could shift market dynamics.
- The impact of economic fluctuations on Eastern European countries like Romania and Latvia.
- Technological advancements and environmental policies influencing freight efficiencies and market shares.
Top countries in Road Freight Volume of Veneer Sheets and Wood-Based Panels Sector Share by Country (Million Tonne Kilometers)
| # | 9 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Czech Republic | 33.04 | 2023 | -12.22% | -5.71% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 21.75 | 2023 | +48.57% | +11.63% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 18.82 | 2023 | +73.08% | +2.9% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 11.71 | 2023 | +3.7% | -5.92% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Latvia | 8.78 | 2023 | 0% | -14.88% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 3.76 | 2021 | View data | ||
| 7 | 7 Poland | 2.93 | 2023 | -22.22% | +6.96% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 2.09 | 2023 | +150% | +4.56% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 0.42 | 2023 | 0% | -12.94% | View data |
