The rail freight loading capacity in Italy, expressed in units per thousand persons, shows a decreasing trend from 2024 onward, with projections of 6.19 for 2024, 4.68 for 2025, 3.19 for 2026, 1.7 for 2027, and 0.23 for 2028. In 2023, it stood significantly higher, signaling a substantial downturn. The year-on-year variation depicts a marked negative trajectory, reflecting a sharply declining rate that is further confirmed by a five-year CAGR revealing consistent annual reduction.

Future trends to watch for:

Infrastructure investments or policy changes that could reverse or mitigate the downward trend.
Technological advancements in rail freight efficiency or alternative transport methods.
Shifts in economic activities affecting demand for rail freight services.