The rail freight transport sector in Italy showed fluctuations between 2013 and 2023, standing at 20.99 billion tonne kilometers in 2023. The year-on-year variation shrank or grew minutely, reflecting a stabilizing trend, with recent years showing very slight increases: 0.2% from 2022 to 2023. Over the last five years, the CAGR (Compound Annual Growth Rate) has been marginally negative at -1%, indicating a slight downward trend. Moving forward, a 5-year forecast anticipates minimal growth with a forecasted CAGR of 0.15% from 2023 to 2028.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Technological advancements aiming to enhance efficiency and reduce operational costs.
- Policies and investments focusing on sustainable and eco-friendly transport solutions.
- Potential integration with broader European rail networks for improved logistics and connectivity.