In 2023, the railway transport volume of metal ores, peat, uranium, thorium, and other mining and quarrying products in Italy stood at approximately 585 million tonne kilometers. The forecasted data indicates a steady decline each year, with the volume decreasing from 563 million tonne kilometers in 2024 to 482 million tonne kilometers by 2028. This translates to a year-on-year variation of around -3.55% to -4.18%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is approximately -3.73%, indicating a consistent downward trend.

Future trends to watch for include:

Environmental policies affecting mining operations and transportation methods.
Technological advancements in railway transport that could improve efficiency.
Global demand fluctuations for metal ores and other minerals critical to different industries.
Shifts in local and international mining regulatory frameworks impacting production and logistic strategies.