The European railway transportation of toxic substances revealed considerable variation across countries in 2023. Germany held the highest volume with 1.27 billion tonne kilometers, showing a modest year-on-year increase of 3.19%. France followed with a significant rise of 18.16%, contrasting sharply with Italy's 8.73% decline. Eastern European nations like Poland and Hungary saw double-digit decreases, highlighting regional discrepancies. Meanwhile, countries like Slovenia and Denmark experienced marginal gains, while Lithuania saw a complete halt.
Future trends to watch include potential growth in Western Europe driven by industrial demand, alongside sustainability pressures which may influence transport infrastructure and policies favoring safer, more efficient rail networks. Emerging regulatory frameworks will also impact how countries manage toxic substance logistics in collaboration with the EU's Green Deal objectives.
Top countries in Railway Transport Volume of Toxic Substances by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Tonne Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 1,270 | 2023 | +2.18% | +3.19% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 569 | 2023 | +23.43% | +18.16% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 95 | 2023 | +18.75% | -8.73% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Switzerland | 59 | 2023 | -6.35% | -3.36% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 54 | 2023 | +1.89% | -25.79% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 48 | 2023 | +6.67% | +0.85% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 44 | 2023 | 0% | -10.82% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 39 | 2023 | +8.33% | +6.85% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 37 | 2023 | 0% | +7.31% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 30 | 2023 | 0% | -1.89% | View data |
