Based on the provided forecast data, the volume of rail freight at full train load in Turkey is expected to increase steadily from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the actual rail freight volume stood at 14.2 billion tonne kilometers. The anticipated year-on-year growth percentages are as follows:
- 2024 vs. 2023: 1.41%
- 2025 vs. 2024: 1.60%
- 2026 vs. 2025: 1.57%
- 2027 vs. 2026: 1.48%
- 2028 vs. 2027: 1.46%
The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the five-year forecast period from 2024 to 2028 is approximately 1.50% per year.
Future trends to watch for in Turkey's rail freight sector include technological advancements improving efficiency, potential policy changes fostering sustainable transport modes, and increased investments in rail infrastructure aligning with global trends towards green logistics solutions.