As of 2023, Spain leads in large gauge non-electrified railway lines in Europe, measuring 4.76 thousand kilometers, followed by Finland with 2.48 and Ireland at 2.03. Lithuania, Latvia, and Estonia reflect moderate values ranging from 1.63 to 1.03. Poland, Portugal, Romania, Hungary, and Slovakia have significantly lesser extents, with Poland at 0.565, Portugal at 0.54035, and others below. Year-over-year variations indicate minor contractions in Spain, Finland, and Lithuania, with a notable decrease of 7.42% in Portugal. Meanwhile, Poland, Estonia, and Ireland showed slight expansions. Over a five-year period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) remains relatively stable for most countries, pointing towards a mature and steady sector.
Future trends to watch in the European non-electrified railway market include potential upgrades to electrified networks, particularly in countries with expansive non-electrified lines like Spain and Finland. The move towards sustainable transportation solutions might drive investments in electrification projects, impacting the length of non-electrified tracks. Additionally, policies promoting regional connectivity and cross-border infrastructure enhancements could influence future developments.
Top countries in Length of Large Gauge Non-Electrified Railway Lines by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Spain | 4,760 | 2023 | +0.041% | -0.51% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Finland | 2,480 | 2023 | -1.94% | -0.94% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ireland | 2,030 | 2023 | +0.8% | +0.34% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Lithuania | 1,630 | 2023 | -0.0061% | -0.11% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Latvia | 1,540 | 2023 | -1.01% | -0.41% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Estonia | 1,030 | 2023 | +0.13% | +0.18% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 565 | 2023 | +0.71% | +1.56% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 540.35 | 2023 | -8.47% | -7.42% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 138 | 2023 | +1.47% | +0.74% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 37.06 | 2023 | 0% | +0.032% | View data |
