In 2023, Russia dominated the European Hauled Railway Vehicles Movements with a significant lead, at 89.08 million vehicle-kilometers, followed by Poland at 3.47 million vehicle-kilometers. The Czech Republic exhibited notable growth with a 1.47% year-on-year increase. Conversely, Hungary and Belarus declined by 1.81% and 0.71% respectively. Lithuania showed stability with a slight increase, while Finland, Latvia, and Slovenia experienced reductions in movements. Croatia showed the most substantial decline at 4.11% year-on-year.
Going forward into 2024, the market is expected to continue evolving. Key trends to watch include potential growth in the Czech Republic and stabilization in countries like Lithuania. Conversely, it will be crucial to monitor the declining trends in Hungary, Belarus, and Eastern European countries to understand potential shifts in regional rail transport dynamics.
Top countries in Hauled Railway Vehicles Movements Share by Country (Million Vehicle-Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Russia | 89.08 | 2023 | +0.71% | +0.47% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 3.47 | 2023 | +0.61% | +0.3% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belarus | 2.04 | 2023 | 0% | -0.71% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 1.9 | 2023 | +2.32% | +1.47% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Hungary | 1.27 | 2023 | -1.79% | -1.81% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Lithuania | 0.63 | 2023 | +0.96% | +0.38% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Finland | 0.57 | 2023 | -0.76% | -1.23% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Latvia | 0.38 | 2023 | -1.84% | -2.67% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 0.22 | 2023 | -2.56% | -2.62% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 0.085 | 2023 | -4.94% | -4.11% | View data |
