Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in Belgium compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data Belgium
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#10 In EuropeBusiness
#22 In EuropeEmployees
#17 In EuropeWages
#13 In EuropeThe Freight Road Transport industry operates the most extensive transport network of all freight modes, providing much-needed flexibility and the convenience of door-to-door haulage. The industry has historically offered faster and more reliable delivery times and less damage to goods than other freight methods, making it popular. According to Eurostat, over the past decade, road freight transport has outpaced rail freight transport in the EU, Europe’s second most popular mode of transportation. Yet, low barriers to entry have reduced the market share concentration and created a more fragmented industry, with enterprise numbers increasing over the past decade. Digitisation has proven to be a significant game changer, boosting efficiency and increasing customer satisfaction.
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Biggest companies in the Freight Road Transport in Belgium
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Dachser Group SE & Co. KG | 9,767.0 | 603.6 | 6.2 | |
Kuehne + Nagel International AG | 42,429.6 | 4,052.6 | 9.6 | |
Mainfreight Ltd | 3,920.0 | 405.7 | 10.3 |
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Freight Road Transport industry in Belgium in 2024?
The market size of the Freight Road Transport industry in Belgium is €12.5bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Freight Road Transport in Belgium industry in 2024?
There are 8,910 businesses in the Freight Road Transport industry in Belgium, which has declined at a CAGR of 0.5 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Freight Road Transport industry in Belgium grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Freight Road Transport industry in Belgium has been declining at a CAGR of 3.0 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Freight Road Transport industry in Belgium over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Freight Road Transport industry in Belgium is expected to grow.
What are the biggest companies in the Freight Road Transport market in Belgium?
The biggest companies operating in the Freight Road Transport market in Belgium are Dachser Group SE & Co. KG, Kuehne + Nagel International AG and Mainfreight Ltd
What does the Freight Road Transport in Belgium include?
National transport and International loaded and unloaded transport are part of the Freight Road Transport industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Freight Road Transport in Belgium?
The company holding the most market share in Belgium is Dachser Group SE & Co. KG.
How competitive is the Freight Road Transport industry in Belgium?
The level of competition is moderate and steady in the Freight Road Transport industry in Belgium.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
- Postal & Courier Activities in Belgium
- Freight Rail Transport in Belgium
Complementors
- Warehousing & Storage in Belgium
- Land Transport Support Services in Belgium
International industries
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Companies in this industry transport freight by road. The industry includes haulage of goods in bulk, including food products, beverages and tobacco, timber, automobiles, refrigerated goods, heavy machinery, liquids and waste materials.
Related Terms
FREIGHT VOLUMESHAULAGELESS-THAN-TRUCKLOAD (LTL)FULL TRUCKLOAD (FTL)CROSS-TRADE TRANSPORTCABOTAGEWhat's included in this industry?
National transportInternational loaded and unloaded transportCross trade transport and cabotageCompanies
Dachser Group SE & Co. KGKuehne + Nagel International AGMainfreight LtdIndustry Code
4923 - Freight transport by road in Belgium
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Performance
Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue Growth
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue
- Employees
- Business
- Profit
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Freight Road Transport in Belgium industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Freight Road Transport in Belgium industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Freight Road Transport in Belgium industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Freight Road Transport in Belgium industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
International loaded and unloaded freight transport rebounds from 2020 lows. After dropping considerably over 2020 amid stringent pandemic restrictions, international transport picked up, taking market share away from national transport over 2022 and 2023.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Freight Road Transport in Belgium industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Freight Road Transport in Belgium industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Freight Road Transport in Belgium industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Total Imports into Belgium
- Total Exports into Belgium
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables
Value and annual change (%) included
- Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2024)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Economies of scope and large contracts impact concentration. Larger companies have the resources and capabilities to offer more services and can better negotiate and win lucrative contracts. Yet, the industry still comprises thousands of small and medium-size businesses operating regionally.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Establishments by Region (2024)
Data Tables
- Number of Establishments by Region (2024)
Charts
- Share of Establishments vs. Population of Each Region
Analysis
What regions are businesses in the Freight Road Transport in Belgium located?
Companies
Data Tables
Top 3 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit margin (2024)
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Lorry drivers must comply with EU Regulation 561/2006. This regulation lays down rules on driving times, breaks and rest periods for drivers of lorries, coaches and buses to improve working conditions and road safety. Increasingly stringent emission regulations will impact diesel vehicles.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Freight Road Transport in Belgium industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Volatile fuel prices cause purchase costs to soar. Over 2022, the world price of crude oil jumped by almost 40%, pushing up fuel prices and purchase costs. Some companies charge their clients input costs and an additional management fee to protect profitability.
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Freight Road Transport in Belgium industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Imports/Demand (2014-2029)
- Exports/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Revenue per Employee (2014-2029)
- Wages/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Employees per Establishment (2014-2029)
- Average Wage (2014-2029)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and boottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2024)
- Business Growth (2024)
- Job Growth (2024)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2024)
- Imports/Demand (2024)
- Exports/Revenue (2024)
- Revenue per Employee (2024)
- Wages/Revenue (2024)
- Employees per Establishment (2024)
- Average Wage (2024)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2014-2029)
- IVA (2014-2029)
- Establishments (2014-2029)
- Enterprises (2014-2029)
- Employment (2014-2029)
- Exports (2014-2029)
- Imports (2014-2029)
- Wages (2014-2029)
Methodology
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