Germany leads the European railway incoming international transport with a significant share of 33.56 million tonne kilometers. Poland and Italy follow with 11.43 and 8.88 respectively. While Germany exhibited a 3.5% increase from the previous year, Finland and Latvia saw notable declines with -10.55% and -32.64%. Croatia's transport grew robustly by 25.75%, whereas Estonia experienced a steep reduction at -38.41%. Overall, several countries reported either modest gains or declines, indicating varied momentum across the European landscape.
Future trends to watch include the increasing focus on sustainable transport solutions, which may favor rail over road and air transport. Additionally, advancements in rail infrastructure and cross-border cooperation are expected to support a positive long-term outlook for international rail freight growth across Europe. Furthermore, geopolitical shifts and economic policies could impact transport dynamics significantly in the coming years.
Top countries in Goods Transported by Railway Incoming International Transport Share by Country (Million Tonne Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 33.56 | 2023 | +0.87% | +3.5% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 11.43 | 2023 | -6.98% | +0.23% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 8.88 | 2023 | -0.31% | -1.66% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 7.48 | 2023 | -2.94% | +0.014% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 5.86 | 2023 | -3.12% | +0.84% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 4.92 | 2023 | +2.37% | -1.43% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 3.36 | 2023 | +1.43% | -1.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 3.08 | 2023 | -6.89% | -2.47% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 2.96 | 2023 | +55.04% | -10.55% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 2.78 | 2023 | +0.48% | +0.79% | View data |
