German rail freight falls 5.4% in 2025 as DB Cargo declines

The service handles both conventional wagonload shipments and combined transport (CT) units, covering a range of cargo types and shipment sizes.

European combined transport grew in 2025 despite major disruption in Germany, with UIRR reporting higher consignments and tonne-kilometres.

Green Cargo improved its financial performance in the first half of 2026 despite a 3% decline in transport volumes. Freight demand stabilised in Q2, while new contracts strengthened flows for the forest, steel and intermodal sectors.