The European rail freight volume at full train load exhibits significant disparities among countries. In 2023, Russia led with 1.1852 billion metric tons, showcasing a 0.24% increase from the previous year. Germany followed with a decline of 0.26%, sitting at 0.28608 billion metric tons. Poland experienced notable growth at 0.93%, reaching 0.21385 billion metric tons. Smaller volumes were reported for Switzerland and Sweden, with respective increases and decreases of 0.42% and -0.47%. Ireland saw a slight decline of 0.43% to 0.000505 billion metric tons. Over the past five years, the compound annual growth rates (CAGR) demonstrate varying performances across these nations.
Future trends to watch include:
- Russia's potential for sustained growth, further consolidating its leading position.
- Germany's market corrections possibly leveling off, indicating stabilization or slight upturns.
- Poland's continued upward trajectory, driven by infrastructure enhancements.
- Switzerland and Sweden's adaptability to economic and environmental shifts.
- Ireland's strategies to counteract recent declines amid evolving trade patterns.
Top countries in Rail Freight Volume at Full Train Load by Country
| # | 6 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Russia | 1,185,200 | 2023 | +0.44% | +0.24% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 286,080 | 2023 | +0.6% | -0.26% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 213,850 | 2023 | +1.17% | +0.93% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Switzerland | 45,640 | 2023 | +0.59% | +0.42% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 40,710 | 2023 | -0.15% | -0.47% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ireland | 505 | 2023 | -0.79% | -0.43% | View data |
