In 2023, the road freight volume of basic metals and fabricated metal products in France stood at 9.10 million metric tons. Forecast data indicates a progressive decline from 2024 to 2028, with volume decreasing from 8.46 million metric tons in 2024 to 6.04 million metric tons by 2028. This reflects a year-on-year reduction in demand, with compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) averaging -6.69% over the five-year period, suggesting consistent downward pressure on this sector.

Future trends to watch for:

Potential impacts of economic fluctuations in major industries driving metal demand.
Technological advancements that might affect production efficiency and transportation needs.
Environmental regulations possibly altering metal production and transportation dynamics.
Global trade developments affecting France’s metal import and export patterns.