In 2023, Hungary led European railway infrastructure investments at 23.76 billion euros. Germany and the UK followed with 7.28 and 6.67 billion euros, respectively. Notable growth was observed in Denmark (20.11%) and Sweden (17.9%), while Latvia had the highest year-on-year increase at 31.36%. Conversely, Hungary and Norway experienced declines of 1.53% and 2.49%, respectively.
Future trends to watch:
- Increased investment in eco-friendly rail technologies as sustainability becomes a priority.
- Potential growth in Eastern European countries with relatively low current investment levels.
- The impact of geopolitical factors on cross-border rail projects in Europe.
Top countries in Investment of Principal Railway Enterprises in Infrastructure by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Hungary | 23,760 | 2023 | -2.4% | -1.53% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 7,280 | 2023 | -0.28% | +3.84% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 6,670 | 2023 | +2.34% | -0.49% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 5,010 | 2021 | +35.77% | +9.83% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 2,610 | 2023 | +3.24% | +5.38% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 1,900 | 2023 | +13.55% | +17.9% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 1,510 | 2021 | -21.73% | +100.18% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 1,450 | 2023 | -34.06% | -0.88% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 1,110 | 2023 | -6.45% | -2.49% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 984.5 | 2023 | +4.77% | +20.11% | View data |
