The national railway freight traffic of coke in China is projected to rise modestly from 7.97 ten million metric tons in 2024 to 8.24 ten million metric tons in 2028. This forecast indicates a consistent yearly growth of approximately 0.7% from 2025 to 2028. In 2023, this metric was slightly lower at 7.90 ten million metric tons, demonstrating a continuation of steady growth over these years.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential impacts of China’s economic policies on industrial production and transportation efficiency.
Evolving energy demands and shifts in raw material usage patterns.
The introduction of technological advancements in railway infrastructure that may affect logistics and distribution.