In 2023, the railway transport volume of food products, beverages, and tobacco in France stood at 1.75 billion tonne kilometers. Forecasts indicate a downward trend, with volumes decreasing from 1.73 billion tonne kilometers in 2024 to 1.56 billion tonne kilometers by 2028. This represents a year-on-year decrease of approximately 2.31% in 2025, 2.96% in 2026, 2.44% in 2027, and an average compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -2.38% over the five-year forecast period.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential impacts of changing dietary habits and healthier food trends.
- Improvements in logistic efficiency and advancement in railway infrastructure.
- Shifts in legislation affecting transportation modes and environmental concerns.
- Economic factors influencing consumption patterns and rail freight demand.