In 2023, Germany was the leading European country in railway transport volume of toxic substances, with a significant margin over France and Italy. Germany's volume increased by 15.07% year-on-year, reflecting a strong upward trend. France also experienced growth, with a 21.84% rise, while Italy saw a 3.91% decline. Notably, Spain's volume plummeted by 26.77%. Moderate fluctuations were observed in countries like Switzerland and the Czech Republic. Over the past five years, there have been varying developments across Europe, with trends ranging from growth in Germany and Austria to declines in Poland and Latvia.
Future trends to monitor include the potential for increased regulation impacting the transport of toxic substances and investments in greener infrastructure. Additionally, technological advancements might alter logistics dynamics, influencing these volumes. Countries leading in sustainable practices could see shifts in railway transport volumes to align with environmental standards.
Top countries in Railway Transport Volume of Toxic Substances Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 58.85 | 2023 | +2.59% | +15.07% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 10.8 | 2023 | +14.38% | +21.84% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 5.49 | 2023 | +7.23% | -3.91% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Switzerland | 3.5 | 2023 | -3.68% | -1.94% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 3.36 | 2023 | -16.58% | +4.61% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Hungary | 3.35 | 2023 | +1.24% | -0.24% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 2.04 | 2023 | +32.89% | +9.46% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 1.77 | 2023 | +6.17% | -26.77% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 1.63 | 2023 | +1.94% | +13.47% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 1.12 | 2023 | 0% | -10.33% | View data |
