Cross-border road transport refers to the movement of goods or passengers by road vehicles across international boundaries. It involves navigating various regulations, customs procedures, and infrastructure differences between countries. This form of transport is crucial for international trade and economic integration, facilitating the flow of products and services between nations.
Cross-Border Road Transport Global Market Report 2024 provides data on the global cross-border road transport market such as market size, growth forecasts, segments and geographies, competitive landscape including leading competitors’ revenues, profiles and market shares. The cross-border road transport market report identifies opportunities and strategies based on market trends and leading competitors’ approaches.
The cross-border road transport industry has experienced robust growth, rising from $223.85 billion in 2023 to $238.03 billion in 2024, reflecting a CAGR of 6.3%. This growth is due to expanding international trade agreements, economic development in emerging markets, increased consumer demand for faster deliveries, the rise of e-commerce, and significant investments in infrastructure. The market is expected to grow to $305.53 billion by 2028 at a CAGR of 6.4%, driven by advancements in logistics technologies, a focus on sustainability, the adoption of AI for route optimization, and investments in smart transportation infrastructure. Key trends include blockchain technology for secure transactions, eco-friendly vehicle innovations, IoT device integration for fleet management, and autonomous driving technologies improving efficiency.
The expansion of the e-commerce industry is predicted to boost the cross-border road transport market. E-commerce, the buying and selling of goods online, is growing due to the increasing popularity of online shopping and advancements in digital technology. Cross-border road transport is critical in ensuring the efficient delivery of goods across borders, improving supply chain operations and customer service. For instance, online sales in the UK accounted for over 30% of total retail sales in 2021, up from 28% in 2020.
Get Your Free Sample Of The Global Cross-Border Road Transport Market ReportThe cross-border road transport market covered in this report is segmented –
1) By Transportation Mode: Freight Transport, Passenger Transport
2) By Cargo Type: Perishable Goods, Non-Perishable Goods, Specialized Cargo
3) By End-user: Manufacturing, Retail And E-commerce, Automotive, Agriculture, Pharmaceuticals And Healthcare, Oil And Gas, Defense And Military Logistics, Individual, Other End-Users
The cross-border road transport market is focusing on zero-emission logistics, including electric truck services, to reduce environmental impact. For example, Scan Global Logistics launched an electric truck service between Malaysia and Singapore in July 2024. These trucks have a range of up to 200 kilometers per charge and can carry up to 12 tons of cargo. They also feature advanced technology for real-time tracking and predictive maintenance, offering an eco-friendly solution with enhanced operational efficiency.
North America was the largest region in the cross-border road transport market in 2023. The regions covered in the cross-border road transport market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.