The road freight volume for metal ores, peat, uranium, thorium, and other mining products in France was recorded at 260.00 million metric tons in 2023. The forecast indicates a steady increase in volume, reaching approximately 293.49 million metric tons by 2028. This presents an average annual growth rate of around 2.27% over these five years. The year-on-year growth anticipated for 2025 and 2026 is 2.4%, with a slight deceleration reflecting 2.3% and 2.2% growth through to 2028.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Technological advancements improving freight efficiency.
- Economic conditions affecting mining activities.
- Environmental policies impacting the mining industry.
- Infrastructure developments facilitating greater road transport capacity.
