In 2023, the Czech Republic led European countries in train-kilometers using diesel railcars, exceeding 36,000 train-kilometers. Poland and Hungary followed, with substantial activity at around 14,900 and 11,650 train-kilometers, respectively. Notably, Slovakia, Ukraine, and Belarus maintained moderate operations. Meanwhile, Bosnia-Herzegovina recorded a minimal share at just 50 train-kilometers.
Year-on-year variations for 2023 showed modest growth in Poland (2.29%) and Lithuania (2.83%), while Ukraine experienced the largest decline (-2.84%), followed by Belarus (-1.08%). The Czech Republic had minor growth (0.44%).
Looking ahead, the shift towards sustainable energy sources might impact diesel railcar usage, with potential reductions in share across nations prioritizing electrification and innovative technologies. Close observation of these trends will be crucial for future infrastructure and policy planning.
Top countries in Movements of Trains with Diesel Railcars Share by Country (Thousand Train-Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Czech Republic | 36.02 | 2023 | +0.47% | +0.44% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 14.93 | 2023 | +1.87% | +2.29% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Hungary | 11.65 | 2023 | -0.81% | -0.56% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Russia | 9.71 | 2023 | -0.67% | -0.77% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovakia | 5.85 | 2023 | +0.35% | +0.18% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ukraine | 5.27 | 2023 | -3.04% | -2.84% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belarus | 5.1 | 2023 | -1.21% | -1.08% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Lithuania | 2.86 | 2023 | +2.73% | +2.83% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 2.37 | 2023 | -0.32% | -0.24% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 1.23 | 2023 | -0.077% | -0.13% | View data |
