Germany leads European railway transport for chemicals and related materials in 2023, though it experienced a minor decline. Lithuania and Poland display growth, indicating strengthening transport activities. Estonia and Bulgaria showed noticeable positive shifts, while defense occurred in countries like Latvia and Hungary. Economic shifts influence declining volumes in nations like Croatia, Slovenia, and Norway.
Future trends to watch include potential influences of environmental regulations, shifts towards greener chemical production, and Brexit impacts on UK transport logistics. Digital rail technologies and sustainability directives will continue shaping transport efficiencies and European competitiveness in the global market.
Top countries in Railway Transport Volume of Man-Made Fibers, Nuclear Fuel, Chemicals, Rubber, Plastic and Chemical Products by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 23,590 | 2023 | +0.24% | -2.21% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Lithuania | 17,760 | 2023 | +320.46% | +1.74% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 9,980 | 2023 | +0.7% | +2.09% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Estonia | 7,910 | 2023 | +208.9% | +4.19% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Finland | 6,450 | 2023 | +21.17% | +1.26% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 5,550 | 2023 | +1.66% | +0.6% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 5,020 | 2023 | +14.32% | -1.13% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bulgaria | 4,830 | 2023 | -11.59% | +18.06% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 4,800 | 2023 | +4.62% | +7.69% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 4,600 | 2023 | +3.67% | -0.21% | View data |
