The analysis of European electrified railway lengths in 2023 shows France leading with 35.09 thousand kilometers, despite a slight reduction of 4.8%. Poland and Italy witnessed growth rates of 19% and 23%, respectively. The fastest growth occurred in Estonia with an increase of nearly 12%. Spain's value rose by 1.5%, while Portugal saw a rise of 1.6%. Electrification in Lithuania surged by 5.89%.
Future trends to watch include accelerated electrification in Eastern Europe and investments in sustainable infrastructure propelling mid to long-term growth. Further adoption of new technologies and policy shifts will enhance the electrification landscape across Europe.
Top countries in Length of Electrified Railway Tracks by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 35,090 | 2023 | +0.52% | -0.048% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 25,150 | 2023 | -0.37% | +0.19% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 19,890 | 2023 | +0.26% | +0.23% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 17,300 | 2023 | +2.67% | +1.5% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 14,850 | 2023 | +0.88% | +0.77% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 12,200 | 2023 | +0.39% | +0.094% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Romania | 8,520 | 2023 | +0.13% | -0.026% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 7,810 | 2023 | +0.38% | +0.28% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Czech Republic | 6,920 | 2023 | +0.014% | +0.043% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Hungary | 5,810 | 2023 | +0.79% | +1.06% | View data |
