In 2023, Germany led with a transport volume of 10.81 billion tonne kilometers for basic metals and fabricated metal products, despite a slight decline of 1.52% year-on-year. France ranked second, with its volume declining by 1.04%. Notable volume contractions were observed in Sweden and Italy at 2.53% and 5.19% respectively. Conversely, Switzerland and Bulgaria demonstrated growth in transport volumes, with the latter increasing significantly by 12.68%. Numerous countries experienced negative year-over-year changes, particularly Hungary and Lithuania. A long-term assessment shows varying trends with some markets exhibiting overall declining transport volumes over the past five years.
For future trends, anticipate recovery efforts and adjustments in the European railway sector aimed at minimizing declines, prompted by increased demand for sustainable transport solutions. Watch for shifts in investment patterns and policy changes supporting railway infrastructure, potentially influencing volume stability and growth in countries that currently show reductions.
Top countries in Railway Transport Volume of Basic Metals and Fabricated Metal Products by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Tonne Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 10,810 | 2023 | +2.47% | -1.52% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 4,440 | 2023 | -3.65% | -1.04% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 2,840 | 2023 | -1.59% | -2.53% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 2,710 | 2023 | +2.89% | -5.19% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 2,520 | 2023 | +26.69% | +0.63% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 2,160 | 2023 | -14.17% | -3.61% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 1,800 | 2023 | +1.03% | -2.19% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 1,230 | 2023 | +4.85% | -3.36% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Switzerland | 1,040 | 2023 | +6.26% | +1.37% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 921 | 2023 | -2.44% | -3.03% | View data |
