In 2023, Russia led the European rail freight volume with 181.39 million metric tons, trailed by Germany at 122.51 and the Czech Republic at 104.33. Yearly growth varied, with Germany seeing a 1.72% rise and Russia experiencing a 2.02% decline. Over five years, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) showed modest changes, reflecting either stability or fluctuations in rail freight demand across these countries.
Looking to the future, factors to watch include:
- Environmental policies driving demand for rail over road transport.
- Technological advancements improving rail logistics efficiency.
- Potential shifts in economic activities affecting freight distribution patterns.
Top countries in Rail Freight Volume at Full Wagon Load by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Russia | 181,390 | 2023 | -2.06% | -2.02% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 122,510 | 2023 | +0.99% | +1.72% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 104,330 | 2023 | +0.99% | +0.99% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Lithuania | 58,330 | 2023 | +1.05% | +0.54% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 56,260 | 2023 | +0.29% | +0.3% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 41,820 | 2023 | +0.91% | +0.53% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 35,840 | 2023 | -3.66% | -4.09% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 34,480 | 2023 | +1.64% | +1.12% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Switzerland | 24,470 | 2023 | +0.26% | +0.36% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 23,230 | 2023 | +1.72% | +1.74% | View data |
