In 2023, Moldova led the global movements of freight trains with diesel locomotives, covering the highest thousand train-kilometers, followed by Russia and Hungary. Significant growth was observed in Hungary with a 54.9% increase year-on-year. Conversely, Kazakhstan, Belarus, Poland, and other countries experienced declines, with Finland facing the steepest decline at 3.72%. Recent trends depict a diverse landscape of fluctuations across various nations, reflecting shifts in rail infrastructure, energy policies, and economic conditions.
Future trends to watch:
- The potential increase in the electrification of railways may impact reliance on diesel locomotives.
- Environmental policies in various countries could influence the shift towards alternative energy sources for freight trains.
- Technological advancements in hybrid locomotives may alter the dynamics of train usage.
Top countries in Movements of Freight Trains with Diesel Locomotives Share by Country (Thousand Train-Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Moldova | 71.98 | 2023 | +0.28% | -0.14% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Russia | 13.84 | 2023 | +0.14% | +0.046% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Hungary | 5.5 | 2023 | +4.06% | +54.9% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Kazakhstan | 4.6 | 2023 | +0.24% | -0.34% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belarus | 1.34 | 2023 | -1.25% | -1.72% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 1.16 | 2023 | -1.32% | -2.33% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Lithuania | 0.79 | 2023 | +0.57% | -0.01% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Latvia | 0.7 | 2023 | -1.43% | -2.02% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 0.51 | 2023 | -0.71% | -0.9% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 0.24 | 2023 | -2.74% | -3.72% | View data |
