In 2023, the United Kingdom led European interurban passenger rail transport employment with 30.83% share. Notable increases were seen in Switzerland and Norway, whereas Italy, Belgium, Spain, and Romania experienced declines. Poland saw a significant drop in employee numbers by 14.24%. Growth in overall employment for the sector was modest.
Looking ahead, focus on countries with positive growth trends like Switzerland and signs of stabilization in the United Kingdom. Countries with declining trends, notably Poland, must explore revitalization strategies to recover. Future strategies might focus on technological advances and sustainability to attract employment. Monitoring these developments will help anticipate market dynamics and employment outlook.
Top countries in Number of Persons Employed of Interurban Passenger Rail Transport Share by Country (Units (Employees))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 30.83 | 2023 | +0.61% | +2.6% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 18.24 | 2023 | -2.44% | -1.92% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Switzerland | 16.86 | 2023 | +0.65% | +1.49% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 13.52 | 2023 | -1.13% | -1.65% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 5.51 | 2023 | -7.08% | -3.63% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 5.32 | 2023 | -3.73% | -3.81% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 4.73 | 2023 | -28.45% | -14.24% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 2.72 | 2023 | -0.91% | -0.89% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 1.74 | 2023 | +0.79% | +1.56% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 0.85 | 2023 | -0.76% | -1.08% | View data |
