The total weight of goods transported by road within Cyprus, as well as the weight of freight moved to and from the island, increased in 2024 compared to 2023, according to the state statistical service.

Specifically, during the period from January to December 2024, the total weight of goods transported by road within Cyprus rose by 3.2 per cent compared with the corresponding period of 2023.

At the same time, the weight of freight transported by road to and from Cyprus recorded an increase of 2 per cent.

However, according to the statistical service, during the fourth quarter of 2024, from October to December, the total weight of goods transported within Cyprus decreased by 9.7 per cent compared with the same period in 2023.

In contrast, the weight of freight transported by road to and from Cyprus during the same quarter increased by 3.4 per cent.