In 2023, the national road freight volume of wood, cork, straw, plaiting, pulp, paper, printed matter, and recorded media in France stood at 16 million metric tons. From 2024 onwards, forecasts predict a significant downward trend, with the volume decreasing annually, highlighting a 14.12% decline from 2025 to 2026 and a steady year-on-year decrease through 2028.

This trend suggests a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -14.68% over the five-year forecast period from 2024 to 2028.

Future trends to watch for:

The rise of digital media affecting demand for printed matter.
Environmental regulations impacting pulp and paper production.
Increased use of alternative materials potentially substituting traditional wood products.
Evolving consumer preferences influencing product demand.