The freight rail transport sector in Italy has shown a steady increase in production value from 2013 to 2023, rising from €256.8 million to €717 million in 2023. This upward trend reflects consistent growth, although the year-on-year variation has slowed in recent years, with a 4.2% increase from 2022 to 2023. Over the past five years, the sector achieved a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 5.1%. Historical data shows significant jumps, such as a 26.29% increase between 2017 and 2018. However, growth rates have moderated lately.
Forecasts for 2024 to 2028 indicate continued but reduced growth, with a forecasted 5-year CAGR of 2.81% and an overall 14.89% increase by 2028. Future trends to watch for include developments in green logistics, technological advancements in rail freight systems, and policy changes toward sustainable transport, which could profoundly impact growth trajectories.