In 2023, Germany led the European railway goods transportation sector with 128.92 billion tonne-kilometers, showing a positive year-on-year growth of 1.8%. Poland followed with a decline of 1.04%, reflecting the challenges faced. Notably, Italy, Hungary, Bulgaria, and Croatia demonstrated growth with 1.73%, 1.99%, 7.17%, and 6.01% respectively, while the UK and Finland experienced decreases of 1.67% and 2.65%. Baltic countries like Latvia and Lithuania saw significant declines of over 23%, and Estonia registered an 18.48% drop, signaling regional contractions. Over a five-year period, growth remains moderate across Europe.
Future trends to watch include the integration of green transport technologies and digital logistics platforms, which may reshape the efficiency of railway transportation. Nations with large declines may implement measures to stimulate growth and infrastructure investments, while Germany may continue solidifying its leading position, influencing neighboring countries' strategies.
Top countries in Goods Transported by Railway by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Tonne Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 128,920 | 2023 | +0.22% | +1.8% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 56,370 | 2023 | -4.95% | -1.04% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 34,780 | 2023 | -1.43% | +0.42% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 24,040 | 2023 | -1.18% | +1.73% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 23,130 | 2023 | -0.15% | +0.29% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 22,200 | 2023 | +0.16% | +0.19% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 16,350 | 2023 | +0.27% | -0.18% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 15,820 | 2023 | -1.6% | -1.67% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 13,010 | 2023 | -2.36% | -0.1% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Switzerland | 11,980 | 2023 | -1.27% | +0.35% | View data |
