Germany leads the European railway transport volume of transport equipment with 6.06 Billion Tonne Kilometers in 2024, although seeing a -2.75% decline year-on-year. Italy and Hungary exhibit notable growth with 12.04% and 9.91% respectively, signifying emerging hubs. Austria registers a minor decrease at -0.56%, while Sweden shows moderate growth at 3.5%. France sees a substantial decline by -26.55%, as does Spain by -21.29%, indicating potential market shifts or inefficiencies. Overall, the Eastern European countries like Romania and Lithuania show significant declines, while Slovenia, Denmark, and Slovakia reflect growth above 6%, suggesting regional variances. The UK sees a steady increase at 2.1%, whereas Netherlands and Portugal remain almost stable.
Future trends to watch in European railway transport include the expansion of rail networks in emerging markets like Hungary, Bulgaria, and Denmark. Sustainability initiatives and technological advancements might increase efficiency and volume in traditionally strong markets like Germany. Conversely, economic or policy shifts could continue to impact weakened markets such as France and Spain. Monitoring these developments will be key to understanding the evolving landscape of railway transport in Europe.
Top countries in Railway Transport Volume of Transport Equipment by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Tonne Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 6,060 | 2023 | +42.88% | -2.75% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 1,460 | 2023 | +12.34% | +12.04% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 1,090 | 2023 | +1.4% | -0.56% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 741 | 2023 | +6.93% | +9.91% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 559 | 2023 | +0.74% | +3.5% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 411 | 2023 | -13.66% | -26.55% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 355 | 2023 | -0.56% | -1.66% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 334 | 2023 | -13.7% | -16.05% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Netherlands | 209 | 2023 | +27.44% | +0.78% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Spain | 205 | 2023 | -49.85% | -21.29% | View data |
