As of 2023, the railway transport volume of toxic substances in France was estimated at approximately 1.05 million metric tons. Forecasts indicate a steady increase with values maintaining at 1.06 million metric tons in 2024 and 2025, followed by a slight rise to 1.07 in 2026 and 2027, and reaching 1.08 million metric tons by 2028. The observed trend from 2024 to 2028 suggests a slow but consistent growth in the transport of toxic substances by rail.
Future trends to watch for include advancements in transportation technologies to enhance safety, regulatory changes impacting freight operations, and potential shifts in industrial demand or environmental policies that could affect the volume of transported toxic substances.
