The data on European Goods Transported by Railway in 2024 shows Germany maintaining a dominant position with 25.47 billion tonne kilometers, reflecting a notable 3.5% increase from the previous year. Poland follows at 8.67 billion tonne kilometers, and Italy at 6.74, with slight declines of 1.66% and 1.43%, respectively. Austria, France, and the Czech Republic exhibited minor changes, while Finland and Latvia saw significant drops of 10.55% and 32.64%. Croatia and Bulgaria demonstrated robust growth, increasing by 25.75% and 20.2%. Smaller markets like Portugal, the UK, and Denmark showed marginal variations.
Key trends to watch in the future include potential impacts of environmental policies promoting railway transport as a greener alternative, technological advancements in railway infrastructure, and cross-border collaborations within the European Union enhancing logistical efficiencies. Market dynamics will likely evolve with varying economic conditions, trade policies, and shifts in global supply chains.
Top countries in Goods Transported by Railway Incoming International Transport by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Tonne Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 25,470 | 2023 | +0.87% | +3.5% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 8,670 | 2023 | -6.98% | +0.23% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 6,740 | 2023 | -0.31% | -1.66% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 5,670 | 2023 | -2.94% | +0.014% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 4,450 | 2023 | -3.12% | +0.84% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 3,740 | 2023 | +2.37% | -1.43% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 2,550 | 2023 | +1.43% | -1.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 2,340 | 2023 | -6.89% | -2.47% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 2,250 | 2023 | +55.04% | -10.55% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 2,110 | 2023 | +0.48% | +0.79% | View data |