In 2023, the global rail freight transport landscape highlighted Australia's dominance with a notable share. While Canada and Japan also present significant shares, they experienced declines of 1.54% and 1.89%, respectively. Conversely, Bulgaria exhibited impressive growth with a 2.62% increase. Other countries like the Netherlands and Latvia saw upward trends at 2.47% and 2.97%, showcasing dynamic changes in Europe's rail freight sector. Significant declines were observed in countries like Portugal and Hungary, at over 5% down, and Denmark faced a steep decrease of 21.88%.
Looking ahead, sectors poised for growth in rail freight transport should monitor factors such as economic shifts, technological advancements, and infrastructure developments. Increase in European rail freight share, technological innovations, and policy shifts towards sustainability are expected to shape future dynamics.
Top countries in Volume of National Rail Freight Transport Share by Country (Million Tonne Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Australia | 56.96 | 2023 | +1.42% | +1.13% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Canada | 33.75 | 2023 | +0.75% | -1.54% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Japan | 2.17 | 2023 | -0.66% | -1.89% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belarus | 1.39 | 2023 | +1.97% | +0.9% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 1.18 | 2023 | -0.88% | +0.095% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 0.83 | 2023 | +0.25% | -0.66% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 0.66 | 2023 | -4.87% | -1.76% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 0.53 | 2023 | +0.71% | -0.74% | View data |
| 9 | 9 New Zealand | 0.45 | 2023 | -0.79% | -0.83% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 0.44 | 2023 | +6.14% | -0.4% | View data |
