In 2023, global movements of passenger trains with electric locomotives showed notable disparities across countries, led by Russia at 211.62 million train-kilometers, followed by Sweden with 133.12 million. Eastern European countries like the Czech Republic, Poland, and Hungary trailed significantly behind. Year-on-year variations indicate modest declines in Russia and several Eastern European nations, while Sweden experienced slight growth. Positive growth was seen in Kazakhstan and Lithuania, suggesting emerging trends in these regions.
Future trends to watch include the potential expansion of electrified networks in emerging markets and continued investment in sustainable rail technologies, likely driving growth in train movements in countries currently exhibiting smaller scale operations. Additionally, policies supporting green transportation could further influence these dynamics.
Top countries in Movements of Passenger Trains with Electric Locomotives by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Train-Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Russia | 211,620 | 2023 | -0.93% | -1.09% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 133,120 | 2023 | +1.51% | +1.46% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 47,310 | 2023 | +0.24% | -0.16% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 37,430 | 2023 | -1.56% | -1.92% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Hungary | 37,390 | 2023 | -1.04% | -1.05% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Kazakhstan | 27,110 | 2023 | +0.6% | +0.68% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 17,210 | 2023 | +0.39% | -0.18% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Finland | 14,360 | 2023 | -0.97% | -1.22% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belarus | 4,790 | 2023 | -2.64% | -2.42% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 2,300 | 2023 | +0.52% | -0.11% | View data |
