In 2023, Austria and Switzerland led European rail freight in thousand metric tons, with robust shares of 19.85 and 19.07, respectively. Germany showed significant growth, with an 8.69% year-on-year increase. Notably, Bulgaria experienced a substantial 30.92% rise, indicating promising improvements in rail freight. However, certain countries like Lithuania and Latvia saw declines of -9.12% and -9.18%, respectively. Italy and Spain maintained minimal growth, indicating potential under-utilization of rail freight systems. Crucially, Luxembourg faced a steep decline of -21.87%, necessitating strategic focus.
Future trends to watch include Bulgaria's continued growth potential, the need for strategic improvements in Latvia and Lithuania, and potential revitalization strategies for Luxembourg. Germany's consistent growth trajectory may continue to influence Europe's regional rail logistics landscape.
Top countries in Goods Transported by Railway Transit Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Austria | 19.85 | 2023 | +2.57% | +0.94% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Switzerland | 19.07 | 2023 | +7.62% | +1.44% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 13.5 | 2023 | +0.91% | +8.69% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovakia | 7.65 | 2023 | -0.087% | +0.27% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Hungary | 7.03 | 2023 | -10.12% | +2.84% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 6.7 | 2023 | -6.85% | +2.14% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Lithuania | 5.05 | 2023 | +3.08% | -9.12% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 4.07 | 2023 | -0.96% | +0.59% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 3.18 | 2023 | +0.4% | +10.04% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 3.18 | 2023 | -0.94% | -4.78% | View data |
