The European railway transport of metal ores and related products shows notable trends across various countries. In 2023, Poland led with the highest transport volume, but experienced a slight decrease, followed by Germany with a modest growth. Sweden, France, and the UK saw positive growth, while Finland experienced a significant downturn. The market reflects diverse changes, with countries like Croatia and Denmark posting gains above 5%. The average five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) varied, with many nations facing declines, indicating challenges in maintaining previous growth rates.
Future trends to watch involve technological advancements in railway infrastructure, shifts in mining output, and EU environmental regulations that might affect transport volumes. Potential economic shifts or resource demands in specific regions could impact the transport landscape significantly.
Top countries in Railway Transport Volume of Metal Ores, Peat, Uranium, Thorium and Other Mining and Quarrying Products Share by Country (Million Tonne Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 28.3 | 2023 | +7.25% | -3.08% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 24.4 | 2023 | -8.7% | +2.43% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 9.96 | 2023 | +0.99% | +2.06% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovakia | 5.95 | 2023 | +0.16% | -0.6% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 3.99 | 2023 | +3.18% | +1.92% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 3.54 | 2023 | +0.61% | -1.31% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 3.46 | 2023 | -13.82% | +2.03% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 2.88 | 2023 | +3.93% | +4.41% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 2.18 | 2023 | +10.72% | +0.73% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 2.08 | 2023 | +14% | -1.21% | View data |
