In 2023, Russia led globally in large gauge railway line length with a significant 86.25 thousand kilometers. Kazakhstan showed strong growth with a 0.79% increase. Ukraine experienced a considerable decline of 0.68%. Moderate contractions were seen in Spain, Finland, and Portugal. A slight expansion was noted in Lithuania and Ireland, whereas Latvia and Moldova faced declines. Romania's rail network remained unchanged. Poland and Estonia reduced their network slightly. Finally, Hungary had a modest rise in length.
Future trends to watch include potential expansions in countries investing in infrastructure for economic development, and geopolitical factors influencing nations with declining figures, such as Ukraine and Belarus. Additionally, environmental sustainability might prompt shifts in railway investments globally, affecting rail line lengths.
Top countries in Large Gauge Railway Lines Length by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Russia | 86,250 | 2023 | +0.11% | +0.12% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Ukraine | 18,780 | 2023 | -0.72% | -0.68% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Kazakhstan | 16,690 | 2023 | +0.77% | +0.79% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 11,570 | 2023 | -0.06% | -0.072% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Finland | 5,930 | 2023 | 0% | -0.0034% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belarus | 5,440 | 2023 | -0.0073% | -0.0073% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 2,380 | 2023 | -0.42% | -0.48% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Ireland | 2,050 | 2023 | +0.49% | +0.068% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Latvia | 1,820 | 2023 | -0.082% | -0.1% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 1,810 | 2023 | +0.19% | +0.22% | View data |
