Netherlands Road Freight Transport - Market Share Analysis, Industry Trends & Statistics, Growth Forecasts (2025 - 2030)

E-commerce in the Netherlands thrives with 84% usage in 2022, which is driving the demand for road freight services

• In 2022, the wholesale and retail trade segment continued its growth trajectory, as the e-commerce market experienced a significant boom, primarily fueled by the increasing number of internet users. In the Netherlands, e-commerce usage stands at an impressive 84%, the highest in the European Union, presenting a vast potential to transform "browsers"into actual sales. This surge in e-commerce has led to soaring demand for logistics space, and given the abundance of sales opportunities, this growth is expected to persist in the foreseeable future. During 2023, the Dutch e-commerce market played a crucial role in driving the global growth rate of 17.0%. The upward trend in e-commerce sales is anticipated to continue worldwide, mirroring the promising outlook observed in the Netherlands.
• The Dutch government intends to invest in developing and maintaining transport infrastructure, utility, energy, and residential projects through the National Growth Fund. The first round of funding is expected to total USD 4.60 billion for ten projects in the fields of green hydrogen, railways, and education. As a result, the demand for road freight services is expected to increase in the country.

Netherlands Road Freight Transport Market Trends

The Dutch government's USD 8 billion transportation investment plan focus on public transit and road infrastructure

• In March 2024, the Dutch government announced a EUR 2.5 billion (USD 2.7 billion) investment to improve transport and infrastructure in the Eindhoven region to keep ASML from moving abroad. ASML, Europe's largest tech firm and a major supplier to chip makers, appreciated the plan but is still deciding on its future growth. The funds will be used over several years to enhance housing, education, transportation, and the electric grid in Eindhoven, Netherlands, where ASML is based.
• The Dutch government has outlined an ambitious plan to enhance transportation systems with a substantial investment of EUR 7.5 billion (USD 8.00 billion) over the next decade until 2030. The national government is slated to allocate EUR 4 billion (USD 4.26 billion) toward advancing public transportation endeavors. This encompasses extending Amsterdam's North-South Metro Line to Schiphol alongside a significant commitment of EUR 2.7 billion (USD 2.88 billion) for road enhancements. Additionally, an investment of EUR 780 million (USD 832.64 million) is earmarked for infrastructure upgrades to augment the network of bike lanes across the country.

Discount on fuel duty was introduced in 2022 after fuel prices surged in response to a spike in oil and gas prices globally

• In April 2024, oil prices in the Netherlands hit a six-month high due to unrest in the Middle East, causing fuel prices to rise. Oil prices increased nearly 3% in April and 19% since the start of 2024. As a result, petrol prices have also risen. The recommended price for a litre of Euro95 is EUR 2.27 (USD 2.42), over 20 cents more than at the beginning of 2024. The Netherlands is on track to become the second most expensive country in the world for a liter of petrol. Currently ranked fifth, it has been among the top ten most expensive countries for Euro95 petrol for the past two years.
• Beginning January 1, 2025, fuel prices are set to climb. Gasoline prices are projected to surge by approximately 25% per liter, while diesel is anticipated to rise by nearly 15 cents per liter. These hikes come as temporary political measures, in place until the close of 2024, come to an end. Furthermore, a fresh price adjustment in 2025 is poised to escalate costs even more, with initial estimates indicating a rise of 23.05 cents per liter for petrol and 14.93 cents per liter for diesel.

Netherlands Road Freight Transport Industry Overview

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