The volume of inland waterway freight transport in France in 2023 stood at 6.39 billion tonne kilometers. The forecasted data shows a gradual decline, with the volume expected to decrease from 6.32 billion tonne kilometers in 2024 to 6.02 billion tonne kilometers by 2028. This represents a year-on-year decrease of approximately 1.1% on average over the forecasted period. The last CAGR reveals an average annual decrease of 1.5% over the five years leading up to 2028.

Future trends to watch for:

Advancements in eco-friendly technologies that could impact the efficiency of inland waterway freight transport.
Economic factors influencing demand for freight transport, such as industrial production and trade volumes.
Government policy changes regarding infrastructure investment and environmental regulations.
Competition from other modes of transport, including rail and road, which may affect the market share of inland waterways.