In 2023, Spain led European passenger train traffic hauled by electric railcars, with 35.37 billion tonne kilometers, showing a significant market presence. Poland's traffic increased notably by 5.69% year-on-year, reaching 19.45 billion tonne kilometers, indicating robust growth in this sector. Austria and Hungary showed modest positive growth, while the Czech Republic and Finland witnessed declines. Slovenia and Lithuania experienced slight increases, signaling potential growth. Latvia and Macedonia's declines were minor, indicating relatively stable figures in a struggling sector.
The forecast for European traffic of passenger trains hauled by electric railcars suggests continued growth, driven by increased demand for sustainable transport and investments in rail infrastructure across the continent. Attention to electrification and innovation will be crucial to accommodate predicted passenger numbers and improve efficiency.
Top countries in Traffic of Passenger Trains Hauled by Electric Railcars by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Tonne Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 35,370 | 2021 | +11.31% | View data | |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 19,450 | 2023 | +4.21% | +5.69% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 12,400 | 2023 | +2.79% | +0.13% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 5,140 | 2023 | -0.17% | -1.6% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Hungary | 4,370 | 2023 | +2.96% | +2.73% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 3,650 | 2023 | -1.88% | -2.94% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Latvia | 1,100 | 2023 | -0.082% | -0.044% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovenia | 589 | 2023 | +2.97% | +1.56% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 354.1 | 2023 | +3.48% | +0.52% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Macedonia | 39.4 | 2023 | +9.05% | -0.79% | View data |
