In 2023, the railway transport volume of toxic substances in Germany was measured at 5.66 million metric tons. Forecasts for 2024-2028 suggest a steady increase from 5.8 million metric tons in 2024 to 6.36 million metric tons in 2028. The year-on-year growth from 2024 to 2025 is projected at approximately 2.41%, from 2025 to 2026 at 2.36%, from 2026 to 2027 at 2.30%, and from 2027 to 2028 at 2.25%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for this period is expected to be around 2.33%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Technological advancements in railway safety and monitoring systems, which could affect volume handling.
- Regulatory changes focusing on environmental impact and safety considerations.
- Shifts in industrial production patterns influencing the demand for toxic substance transport.
