The rail freight transport in Finland has shown some variability over the past decade. As of 2023, the volume stands at 10.47 billion tonne kilometers. The industry experienced a range of year-on-year fluctuations, from a notable 11.66% increase in 2016 to an 11.75% decline in 2015. Over the last two years, the year-on-year growth has been relatively modest at around 0.55% on average, while the CAGR over the last five years computed to -1.29% highlights a slight decrease in the general trend.
Looking towards the forecast period from 2024 to 2028, the industry is expected to exhibit a moderate average annual growth rate of 0.42%, with an overall growth rate of 2.12% over five years. Future trends to watch for include potential technological advancements in freight logistics, the impact of environmental regulations, and macroeconomic factors that may influence freight demand, such as shifts in trade patterns or changes in the industrial output.
