In 2023, the railway transport volume of food products, beverages, and tobacco in Germany was approximately 2.2 million metric tons. Forecast data from 2024 to 2028 indicate a gradual decline, decreasing from 2.15 million metric tons in 2024 to 2.09 million metric tons in 2028. This represents a year-on-year decrease of approximately 0.47% between 2024 and 2025, and 0.93% between 2025 and 2026. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for this forecast period suggests a slight but consistent contraction in volume, averaging about a 0.47% decline per year over the five-year forecast.

Future trends to watch for include:

Consumer demand changes driven by dietary shifts or economic factors.
Potential regulatory changes impacting railway transport efficiencies or costs.
Technological advancements in supply chain and logistics offering improved efficiencies.
Environmental considerations influencing transport modality preferences.