In 2023, the railway transport volume for metal ores, peat, uranium, thorium, and other mining and quarrying products in Germany stood at 12.49 billion tonne kilometers. The forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 indicate a steady increase in railway transport volume, rising from 12.54 billion tonne kilometers in 2024 to 12.73 billion tonne kilometers by 2028. Year-on-year percentage growth is modest, averaging around 0.4% annually. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for this period is approximately 0.37%, reflecting a stable, albeit slow, increase in transport volume.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Shifts in mining output and resource demand influencing transport volume.
- Technological advancements in railway logistics enhancing efficiency.
- Potential regulatory changes impacting the mining and transport sectors.
