The European construction of railways and underground railways displayed varied trends in hours worked across countries. As of 2023, Poland led with 25.405 million hours, showing a 6.72% year-on-year increase, while Germany followed with 23.88 million hours. Spain and Italy also saw positive growth, 1.49% and 2.31% respectively. Norway experienced the most significant surge of 39.87% year-on-year. In contrast, countries like Finland, Romania, and Greece faced declines, with Greece dropping by 6.89%. Lithuania, despite its small base, showed a notable 13.72% rise. Over the last five years, some countries displayed consistent growth, indicating a robust railway construction sector.
Future trends to watch include:
- Poland and Germany are expected to maintain high levels in construction hours, as infrastructure investments continue.
- Norway's recent surge suggests potential for expanded railway projects in the Scandinavian region.
- Countries with recent declines, like Finland and Romania, may need strategic investments to reverse downward trends.
- Monitoring the impact of environmental policies and green initiatives on construction practices and demand will be crucial.
Top countries in Hours Worked in Construction of Railways and Underground Railways by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Hours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 25,405,000 | 2023 | +2.33% | +6.72% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 23,880,000 | 2023 | +1.83% | +0.67% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 15,461,000 | 2023 | -1.89% | +1.49% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 14,873,000 | 2023 | +2.34% | +2.31% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Norway | 11,253,000 | 2023 | +21.66% | +39.87% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 11,182,000 | 2023 | +3.63% | +4.06% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 9,830,300 | 2023 | +9.21% | +4.3% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Hungary | 6,190,700 | 2023 | +1.47% | +0.32% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 3,140,500 | 2023 | -0.54% | -2.66% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 3,029,300 | 2023 | -10.91% | -5.52% | View data |
