In 2023, Moldova showed the highest share of train movements with diesel locomotives, followed by Russia and Kazakhstan. However, Russia and Moldova experienced slight year-on-year declines. Macedonia faced the steepest decline at 26.68%. Kazakhstan was a notable exception, with a moderate increase of 1.58%. Over the last five years, the market displayed a compounded annual growth rate of mixed trends, with Eastern European countries generally showing a decline in diesel locomotive usage as they transition to alternative energy sources.
Future trends indicate an ongoing reduction in diesel-powered train usage, driven by global pressures for greener alternatives and investments in electrification and renewable technologies. Observing innovations and policy changes supporting this transition will be crucial.
Top countries in Movements of Trains with Diesel Locomotives Share by Country (Thousand Train-Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Moldova | 64.31 | 2023 | +0.27% | -0.15% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Russia | 18.4 | 2023 | -0.41% | -0.53% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Kazakhstan | 6.46 | 2023 | +1.66% | +1.58% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belarus | 2.26 | 2023 | -1.03% | -1.35% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Ukraine | 2.02 | 2023 | -1.39% | -2.58% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 1.27 | 2023 | -0.92% | -1.9% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 0.89 | 2023 | -6.5% | -3.74% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Lithuania | 0.71 | 2023 | -0.26% | -0.82% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 0.71 | 2023 | -1.79% | -2.18% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 0.64 | 2023 | -1.57% | -2.14% | View data |
