In 2023, Poland led with electric locomotive capacity at 6.04 thousand megawatts, marking a 2.81% increase from the previous year. Romania experienced a 2.98% decline, while the Czech Republic grew by 6.84%, suggesting robust development. Notably, Serbia saw the highest growth at 8.51%. Other countries experienced modest increases, with occasional declines, such as Spain’s 0.42% decrease. Over the past five years, these regions have shown varied annual growth, collectively showing slower average enhancements due to economic and policy differences.
Future trends to watch include the potential impact of increased investments in sustainable energy and railway infrastructure, which could drive growth in electric locomotive capacities across Europe. Additionally, cross-border collaborations for railway systems modernization may lead to increased capacities in countries currently lagging behind. Monitoring technological innovations and policy shifts in transportation within the European Union will also be crucial.
Top countries in Number of Electric Locomotives by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Megawatts | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 6,040 | 2023 | +0.82% | +2.81% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Romania | 5,020 | 2023 | +3.07% | -2.98% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 3,820 | 2023 | +5.08% | +6.84% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 2,070 | 2023 | +5.92% | +1.71% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovakia | 1,170 | 2023 | -0.38% | +0.45% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 1,080 | 2023 | -0.91% | -0.42% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Finland | 789 | 2023 | +1.41% | +1.05% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Serbia | 783 | 2023 | +6.24% | +8.51% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 581 | 2023 | +1.75% | +2.09% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 312.26 | 2023 | +0.038% | +0.15% | View data |
