The volume of goods transported by railway in France saw fluctuations from 2013 to 2023, with a peak in 2015 and subsequent declines. As of 2023, the value stood at 34.78 billion tonne kilometers. The year-on-year variation for 2023 indicated a 1.43% decline from the previous year, continuing a general trend of modest declines with occasional increases over the past decade.
Looking forward, the forecasted data suggests a downward trend with an average annual decrease (CAGR) of 1.16% from 2024 to 2028. This indicates a projected overall contraction of 5.67% over this period.
Future trends to watch for include the impact of environmental regulations, shifts in intermodal transport preferences, and advancements in railway technology, all of which could alter demand dynamics and operational efficiency in the railway freight sector.
