In 2023, the movement of goods trains in Switzerland stood at 27.83 million train-kilometers. Forecasted data indicates a slightly upward trend from 2024 to 2028, with values progressively increasing from 27.84 million train-kilometers in 2024 to 27.95 million train-kilometers in 2028. This translated to a minor annual growth rate, with the year-on-year variation between 2023 and 2025 being approximately 0.07% and a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the five-year period averaging around 0.09%.
Key trends and factors to watch for in the future include:
- Technological advancements in railway logistics that could enhance efficiency and increase train-kilometers
- Economic factors, such as trade volumes and fuel prices, which could influence goods movement
- Infrastructure investments and government policies impacting rail transport developments
- Competitiveness with other modes of transport, such as road and air freight, which might affect growth dynamics
