The 2023 data on the movements of hauled railway vehicles in passenger and mixed trains with electric locomotive share indicates a significant variation across European countries. Russia leads with 60.95 million tonne kilometers, showing a minor decline of 1.69% from the previous year. Sweden follows with a positive growth of 1.68%, reaching 12.16 million tonne kilometers. Austria sees a slight decrease of 0.28%, while countries like the Czech Republic and Hungary exhibit minimal positive growth. On the other hand, Poland and Finland show declines, with Finland having a notable drop of 2.28%. Countries like Belarus and Croatia present considerable differences in performance, with Belarus declining by 4.68% and Croatia growing by 1.26%.
Looking ahead, the focus on sustainable transport initiatives could influence future trends in the adoption of electric locomotives across Europe. Changes in energy policies and investments in rail infrastructure may lead to shifts in the tonne kilometers across various countries. Monitoring developments in the electrification of rail networks, particularly in Eastern Europe, could provide insights into future growth markets and opportunities for enhancement in rail transport efficiency.
Top countries in Movements of Hauled Railway Vehicles in Passenger and Mixed Trains with Electric Locomotives Share by Country (Million Tonne Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Russia | 60.95 | 2023 | -1.37% | -1.69% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 12.16 | 2023 | +1.67% | +1.68% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 6.3 | 2023 | -1.17% | -0.28% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 6.11 | 2023 | +1.79% | +0.005% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Hungary | 4.48 | 2023 | +0.28% | +0.63% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 4.21 | 2023 | -1.73% | -1.85% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 2.53 | 2023 | +0.86% | +0.87% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Finland | 1.73 | 2023 | -1.81% | -2.28% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belarus | 0.91 | 2023 | -4.91% | -4.68% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 0.6 | 2023 | +0.9% | +1.26% | View data |
