In 2023, Lithuania dominated the European couchette and sleeping car berth market with 53.93 thousand units, experiencing a significant 118.15% increase. Sweden and the Czech Republic followed, with modest increases of 3.71% and 0.67%, respectively. Contrastingly, Poland and Slovakia saw declines, with Poland dropping by 6.51% and Slovakia by 5.59%. Finland, Serbia, Spain, and Croatia remained stable, while Macedonia slightly decreased by 1.93%. This data underscores Lithuania's rapid expansion, while other countries exhibit more stability or minor fluctuations.
Future trends to watch in the European railway sector include:
- Potential further growth in emerging markets like Lithuania, based on the current expansion trajectory.
- Possibility of new investments and infrastructure developments in underperforming regions such as Poland and Slovakia.
- Influence of economic factors and environmental policies on the demand for overnight railway services.
Top countries in Number of Couchette and Sleeping Car Berths in Railway Vehicles Share by Country (Thousand Units (Seats))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Lithuania | 53.93 | 2023 | -0.014% | +118.15% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 9.36 | 2023 | 0% | +3.71% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 8.06 | 2023 | +0.68% | +0.67% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 7.8 | 2023 | -16.67% | -6.51% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Estonia | 5.61 | 2023 | +4.47% | +0.84% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 4.68 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Serbia | 3.12 | 2023 | -4.76% | 0% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 2.34 | 2023 | -11.76% | -5.59% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 2.18 | 2023 | +4.72% | View data | |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 1.56 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
