In 2023, Sweden led the European railway transport volume of substance emitting flammable gases, followed by Germany and France. While Sweden showed marginal growth, Germany saw a decline. France and Spain presented significant growth, contrasting with declines in Romania, Austria, and the Czech Republic. Notably, Portugal, Slovenia, Hungary, Latvia, and Poland ceased operations, evident from their 100% decline.
Looking ahead, the forecast for 2024 hints at stable or declining trends across most European countries. Future areas to watch include technological advancements in railway systems, possible environmental regulations, and the potential emergence of alternative transport methods for these substances.
Top countries in Railway Transport Volume of Substance Emitting Flammable Gases (with water) by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Tonne Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sweden | 49 | 2023 | -2.04% | +0.42% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 45 | 2023 | -4.44% | -7.06% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 32 | 2023 | +93.75% | +65.46% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 14 | 2023 | -14.29% | -31.74% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 10 | 2023 | +10% | +61.54% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 7 | 2023 | -14.29% | -3.04% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 5 | 2023 | 0% | -3.58% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 5 | 2023 | -20% | 0% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Switzerland | 4 | 2023 | 0% | -4.36% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 2 | 2023 | -32.24% | View data |
