The 2023 data for European countries' freight by diesel locomotives shows Latvia leading at 27.72 billion tonne kilometers, followed by Lithuania and Poland at 26.85 and 22.17. Significant year-on-year growth was observed in Latvia and Portugal, at 5.32% and 6.7%, respectively. Conversely, Austria and Slovenia faced sharp declines of 9.38% and 9.07%. Across the past five years, Compound Annual Growth Rate trends suggest sustained performance in Latvia but noticeable declines in Slovenia and Austria.
Future trends in diesel-hauled freight in Europe suggest a potential decline in diesel use as countries strive for greener alternatives. Keep an eye on developments in Eastern European markets as they continue to play a crucial role, while environmental policies and innovation in rail technology may further influence changes in diesel locomotive usage.
Top countries in Traffic of Goods Trains Hauled by Diesel Locomotives by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Tonne Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Latvia | 27,720 | 2023 | +16.04% | +5.32% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Lithuania | 26,850 | 2023 | +0.27% | -1.99% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 22,170 | 2023 | +6.55% | -1.86% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 5,610 | 2023 | +0.71% | +1.18% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Hungary | 5,030 | 2023 | +2.34% | -2.32% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 3,750 | 2023 | -2.75% | -0.39% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 3,010 | 2021 | +10.07% | View data | |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 2,630 | 2023 | +1.78% | -3.07% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Portugal | 1,460 | 2023 | +4.29% | +6.7% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 1,110 | 2023 | -2.72% | -1.17% | View data |
