The forecast for the railway transport volume of transport equipment in France shows a declining trend from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the actual transport volume was higher than the forecasted starting point of 350 million tonne-kilometers in 2024. There is a significant year-on-year decrease of approximately 17% from 2024 to 2025, and similar declines continue, eventually decreasing to 111 million tonne-kilometers in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this five-year period indicates an average annual reduction of 23.2% in volume.

Future trends to watch include:

Impact of technological advancements in logistics and alternative modes of transport.
Policy changes affecting the railway sector in France and the wider EU.
Long-term economic implications of environmental regulations and sustainability goals.