The rail container transport volume in Italy stood at 43.22 million metric tons in 2023. Over the last two years, the volume showed incremental growth with year-on-year variations of 1.51% in 2022 and 1.47% in 2023. Over the last five years, the average annual growth rate (CAGR) was -1.06%, indicating a slight decline over the period. However, a positive shift is forecasted with a 1.08% CAGR expected over the next five years, projecting to reach 46.26 million metric tons by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Increased investments in rail infrastructure to boost capacity and efficiency.- Policy changes aimed at promoting sustainable transport could favor rail over road transport.- Integration of new technologies to enhance logistics and operational capabilities.- Potential impacts of global economic conditions and trade flows on transport demand.