In 2023, the road freight volume for the waste and scrap wholesale sector in France was 19.5 million tonne kilometers. For the years 2024 to 2026, forecasts indicate a stable volume of 20.0 million tonne kilometers, before increasing to 21.0 million tonne kilometers in 2027 and 2028. Over the last two years, there's a projected year-on-year increase of 5.26% from 2026 to 2027, with a five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 1.63% from 2023 to 2028.

Future trends to monitor include:

Developments in recycling technologies and policies could impact freight volumes.
Environmental regulations may drive shifts in waste management practices.
Economic factors might influence waste production and transport demand.