The 2024 data indicates Germany leads in railway transport volume of dangerous goods at 77.4 million metric tons, followed by Poland at 30.29 million metric tons. Despite a slight decline of 0.16% in Germany, Poland shows resilience with a 2.3% increase. France, the third-highest, faces a 2.23% decrease, while Austria and the Czech Republic have notable increases of 4.7% and 3.79% respectively. Conversely, Lithuania, Estonia, and Romania experience significant declines. Denmark exhibits the largest growth at 10.22%, suggesting fluctuations across Europe. The compound annual growth rates over five years highlight varying country-specific economic conditions and regulatory factors affecting transport volumes.
Future trends to watch in European Railway Transport include innovations in safety and efficiency, given increasing regulatory demands. Shifts in energy policies may lead to changes in the composition of dangerous goods transported. Countries investing in green infrastructure are expected to stabilize or improve volumes, while others may face declines due to stricter environmental regulations. Close monitoring of geopolitical tensions impacting cross-border logistics will also be crucial in shaping the transport volume landscape.
Top countries in Railway Transport Volume of Dangerous Goods by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 77,400 | 2023 | +2.56% | -0.16% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 30,290 | 2023 | -7.47% | +2.3% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 12,630 | 2023 | -11.6% | -2.23% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 12,050 | 2023 | +2.36% | +4.7% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 11,950 | 2023 | +4.09% | +3.79% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Lithuania | 8,860 | 2023 | -3.79% | -6.25% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Switzerland | 8,830 | 2023 | -0.23% | -4.01% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 8,670 | 2023 | -0.15% | +3.51% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Estonia | 6,650 | 2023 | +27.58% | -6.22% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 6,360 | 2021 | -12.07% | View data |
