A similar trend was recorded in transport performance, which grew by 1.73 percentage points to 26.49%. During the same period, PKP Cargo achieved growth in both total tonnage (+2.4% m/m) and transport performance (+3.6% m/m), while competing operators collectively reported declines of –5.2% and –5.3%, respectively.
The result is notable given the overall stagnation in Poland’s rail freight sector. According to data from the Office of Rail Transport (UTK), total freight volume fell by –3.8% year-on-year in August, and by –4.5% cumulatively since the start of the year. Transport performance reached 4.7 billion tonne-kilometers — down –5.3% y/y, with cumulative figures showing a –6.6% drop.
"August’s growth demonstrates that our efforts in operational efficiency and close cooperation with key clients are delivering tangible results," said Agnieszka Wasilewska-Semail, President of the Management Board of PKP Cargo S.A. (in restructuring). "Despite challenging market conditions and limited demand in some segments, we continue to execute our strategy and restructuring plan. We are strengthening our market position, modernizing, innovating, and building a competitive edge."
The company also reported its first aggregate transport using rented specialized wagons, marking both a business milestone and a step in diversifying its service portfolio. PKP Cargo says these results reflect the ongoing impact of its restructuring and optimization processes aimed at increasing efficiency and long-term competitiveness.
FACT BOX – PKP Cargo Market Performance (August 2025)
- Market share (by freight volume): 26.74% (+1.48 p.p. m/m)
- Market share (by transport performance): 26.49% (+1.73 p.p. m/m)
- PKP Cargo results: +2.4% m/m (mass), +3.6% m/m (work done)
- Competitors’ results: –5.2% m/m (mass), –5.3% m/m (work done)
- Sector total: –3.8% y/y (mass), –5.3% y/y (performance)
- Source: Office of Rail Transport (UTK), PKP Cargo
