The European railway transport volume for wood, paper, and related products in 2023 showed significant national differences. Germany leads with the highest volume, experiencing a growth of 4.75% year-on-year. Finland and Sweden saw declines of 2.16% and 1.09%, respectively. The Czech Republic had notable growth at 17.07%, while nations like Italy and France faced declines, with -3.17% and -10.12% respectively. Norway and Greece observed drastic decreases, with -33.45% and -43.78% respectively. Despite smaller volumes, countries like Romania and Croatia recorded positive trends.
Future trends to watch include economic recovery impacts, environmental policies on transport systems, and technology-driven logistics improvements, which may alter the market dynamics significantly. Monitoring how countries recover from the varied decline rates will reveal shifts in trade patterns and demand. Additionally, the sustainability agenda could drive more transport innovations, influencing volume trends.
Top countries in Railway Transport Volume of Products of Wood, Cork, Straw, Plaiting, Pulp and Paper, Printed Matter and Recorded Media by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 10,170 | 2023 | -0.81% | +4.75% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Finland | 7,610 | 2023 | +7.86% | -2.16% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 7,030 | 2023 | -0.014% | -1.09% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 5,470 | 2023 | -0.66% | +0.18% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 2,620 | 2023 | +31.97% | +17.07% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 2,380 | 2023 | +15.7% | +3.27% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 2,200 | 2023 | +26.95% | +1.05% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Latvia | 1,900 | 2023 | +58.02% | +2.5% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 1,670 | 2023 | +3.62% | +0.99% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 1,610 | 2023 | +9.74% | -3.17% | View data |
