The analysis of European goods transported by railway in 2023 reveals that Germany and Poland lead with volumes of 226.27 million and 175.76 million metric tons, respectively. The UK, France, and Romania follow, though the UK experienced a notable decline of 3.53%. Italy showed resilience with a positive growth rate of 1.72%, while Eastern European countries like Bulgaria and Latvia saw increases of 3.55% and 5.49%, respectively. Conversely, Estonia and Macedonia experienced significant drops, with Estonia declining by 12.64% and Macedonia by 25.98%.
Looking ahead, several trends may shape the future of railway transport in Europe. Increased environmental awareness might spur growth as railways are more sustainable than road transport. Investment in infrastructure and cross-border connectivity could further boost efficiency and freight volumes. Countries with declining trends may seek to modernize their logistics frameworks, while emerging markets in Eastern Europe may continue capitalizing on growth opportunities.
Top countries in Goods Transported by Railway National Transport by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 226,270 | 2023 | -2.42% | -0.52% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 175,760 | 2023 | +2.4% | -0.46% | View data |
| 3 | 3 United Kingdom | 62,340 | 2023 | -3.26% | -3.53% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 50,320 | 2023 | -5.01% | -1.42% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 42,180 | 2023 | -0.69% | -0.75% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 37,410 | 2023 | +0.68% | +1.72% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 37,010 | 2023 | -1.94% | +0.55% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 34,920 | 2023 | +2.84% | -2.01% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 29,150 | 2023 | +1.39% | +0.033% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Finland | 23,220 | 2023 | -3.89% | -0.92% | View data |
