Road Haulage Market Size - By Type (Domestic, International), Vehicle (Heavy, Medium, Light), End User (Automotive, Manufacturing, Healthcare, Retail, Food & Beverages, Mining & Construction, Oil & Gas), Reginal Outlook & Global Forecast, 2023 - 2032
Road Haulage Market size is set to expand at over 6% CAGR from 2023-2032 attributed to the expansion of the logistics sector, driven by the increasing trade and diverse consumer demands. The flourishing global trade and e-commerce industry is escalating the demand for efficient and reliable transportation of goods. Additionally, the expansion of the logistics sector, marked by sophisticated supply chain networks and the incessant need for seamless freight movement is significantly contributing to the increasing reliance on road haulage services.
Moreover, several industry leaders are introducing new solutions, such as express delivery, last-mile services, and sustainable transport options for catering to the changing demands of businesses and consumers, thereby fostering the market expansion. For instance, in August 2022, Portico, an international cargo operator, expanded its reach beyond the port and onto the road network in the U.K.
The road haulage industry is segmented into type, vehicle, end user, and region.
Based on type, the international road haulage market is anticipated to witness considerable growth from 2023 to 2032 owing to the rising demand for timely and cost-effective transport of goods between different nations. The expansion of global trade and cross-border logistics is necessitating efficient transportation solutions for goods across multiple countries. With businesses increasingly engaging in global markets, the growing reliance on road transport for international logistics solutions may propel the segment expansion.
In terms of end-user, the road haulage market from the manufacturing end-use segment is expected to record considerable growth through 2032. The rapid expansion of manufacturing industries globally is surging the need for efficient and reliable transportation of raw materials and finished goods. Additionally, with the strong focus on just-in-time production and supply chain efficiency, manufacturing companies are relying on road haulage for timely and seamless transportation, fueling the adoption of road haulage services in manufacturing businesses.
Regionally, the North America road haulage market size is set to exhibit a robust growth rate between 2023 and 2032 driven by the thriving logistics and e-commerce sectors in the region. The increased trade activities and the availability of extensive road network is also providing lucrative growth opportunities to the industry players, augmenting the regional industry outlook. For instance, in November 2023, J.B. Hunt Transport Services Inc., a leading North American provider of supply chain solutions, and the largest intermodal rail provider BNSF Railway, launched Quantum, a revolutionary intermodal service to meet the service-sensitive highway freight requirements associated with customer supply chains.
Chapter 1 Methodology & Scope
1.1 Market scope & definition
1.2 Base estimates & calculations
1.3 Forecast calculation
1.4 Data sources
1.4.1 Primary
1.4.2 Secondary
1.4.2.1 Paid sources
1.4.2.2 Public sources
Chapter 2 Executive Summary
2.1 Road haulage market 3600 ynopsis, 2018 - 2032
2.2 Business trends
2.2.1 Total Addressable Market (TAM), 2023-2032
2.3 Regional trends
2.4 Type trends
2.5 Vehicle trends
2.6 End-user trends
Chapter 3 Road Haulage Industry Insights
3.1 Impact of COVID-19
3.2 Impact of the Russia-Ukraine war
3.3 Industry ecosystem analysis
3.4 Vendor matrix
3.5 Profit margin analysis
3.6 Technology & innovation landscape
3.7 Patent analysis
3.8 Key news and initiatives
3.8.1 Partnership/Collaboration
3.8.2 Merger/Acquisition
3.8.3 Investment
3.8.4 Level of autonomy launch & innovation
3.9 Regulatory landscape
3.10 Impact forces
3.10.1 Growth drivers
3.10.1.1 Growth in freight transportation
3.10.1.2 Increasing logistics & distribution networks
3.10.1.3 Rising online shopping & deliveries
3.10.1.4 Increasing demand for one-day delivery
3.10.1.5 Technological advancements in telematics
3.10.2 Industry pitfalls & challenges
3.10.2.1 Traffic challenges in road haulage
3.10.2.2 Shortage of skilled drivers
3.11 Growth potential analysis
3.12 Porter's analysis
3.13 PESTEL analysis
Chapter 4 Competitive Landscape, 2022
4.1 Introduction
4.2 Company market share, 2022
4.3 Competitive analysis of major market players, 2022
4.3.1 UPS Freight
4.3.2 FedEx Freight
4.3.3 DHL Freight
4.3.4 XPO Logistics
4.3.5 C.H. Robinson
4.3.6 J.B. Hunt Transport Services
4.3.7 Schneider National
4.4 Competitive positioning matrix, 2022
4.5 Strategic outlook matrix, 2022
Chapter 5 Road Haulage Market Estimates & Forecast, By Type (Revenue)