Spain is the 2nd country with the most road transport in Europe, and ranks 2nd in Europe in terms of tons transported per kilometer, just behind Germany.
This achievement is due in part to the country’s extensive road transport network, considered one of the most important on the continent according to data collected by Eurostat.This sector is of vital importance to the country’s economy, as reflected in the data provided by the Ministry of Transport, Mobility and Urban Agenda.
THE FACTS
In 2020, more than 1,263 million tons and 232,550 million ton-km of goods were transported by road in Spain, representing 95% of land freight transport. So by comparison, rail only accounts for 5%.
In terms of prices, the second quarter of 2021 saw an increase of 6.8% for light vehicles and 5.9% for heavy vehicles in the first 50 kilometers traveled, compared to the first quarter of 2020. In the third quarter of 2021, international road freight transport by Spanish heavy goods vehicles decreased by 2.7% compared to the same period of the previous year.
BENEFITS IT BRINGS
Despite the challenges and opportunities presented by the future of road freight transport, this sector is a central element of the supply chain and logistics in Spain. With more than 102,000 companies operating in the sector, sustainability and the reduction of emissions through the use of more efficient, alternative and environmentally friendly vehicles, such as electric or hydrogen trucks, are some of the trends expected in the near future.
In addition, digitization and innovation through the application of technologies such as IoT, artificial intelligence, 5G or LiDAR, will improve the safety, management, control and optimization of transport operations.
Collaboration and understanding between industry players, such as carriers, shippers, manufacturers and public administrations, are essential to adapt to the new demands and regulations of the market and society.
Finally, multimodal transport and intermodality, through the combination of different modes of transport, such as rail or sea, will be essential to take advantage of their benefits in terms of cost, speed and sustainability.
Road transport is not only responsible for ensuring the supply and distribution of essential goods and services, but also generates more than one million jobs a year and represents 3.4% of the Gross Domestic Product.
That is why we at Subitur Transports will continue to work hard to bring the best, and to increase the number of employees as much as possible.