According to figures released by Eurostat, the volume of goods transported by road across the European Union is projected to reach 13.29 billion tonnes in 2025. This represents a 1.8% increase compared to the previous year, 2024. The data highlights that metal ores and other mining and quarrying products are expected to account for the largest proportion of goods moved by weight, followed by food products and beverages.
For freight forwarders and operations managers, this projected increase in road freight volume suggests a continued demand for trucking services within the EU. The dominance of raw materials like metal ores and mining products, alongside consumer goods such as food and beverages, indicates stable sectors driving this growth. Forwarders should anticipate consistent capacity needs for these commodity types and potentially plan for specific equipment requirements for bulk or temperature-controlled goods. The moderate growth rate implies a steady, rather than sudden, shift in market dynamics, allowing for strategic planning in fleet management and route optimization.
