In 2023, Germany led the European goods transported by railway in outgoing international transport with a share of 17.09 thousand metric tons, followed by the Netherlands and Italy. Over the year, Latvia showed significant growth with a 9.5% increase, while the UK and Finland experienced notable declines of 15.09% and 22.11%, respectively. Despite its overall decline, Croatia registered the highest growth rate among the countries at 6.61%. Over the last five years, the market has seen an increase in railway transport in Eastern Europe, reflecting a shift and potential growth focus in these regions.
Future trends to watch include the impact of European policies on sustainable transport, which could further boost railway transport, along with technological advancements that enhance rail logistics efficiency. Eastern European countries could continue their upward growth trajectory as infrastructure and interoperability improve.
Top countries in Goods Transported by Railway Outgoing International Transport Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 17.09 | 2023 | -3.61% | +0.77% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 10.19 | 2023 | +1.59% | +2.45% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 9.98 | 2023 | -0.15% | +2.68% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 9.91 | 2023 | +4.13% | +0.63% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 8.44 | 2023 | -2.21% | +2.2% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 8.12 | 2023 | +13.22% | +1.63% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 6.26 | 2023 | -0.73% | -1.04% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 5.82 | 2023 | -2.26% | -1.23% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 5.22 | 2023 | +8.24% | +2.17% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 4.18 | 2023 | +3.22% | -1.59% | View data |
