The number of container ships in France experienced significant fluctuations between 2013 and 2023, starting at 4.53 thousand ships in 2013 and peaking at 5.62 thousand in 2017. The period from 2018 to 2023 showed variations with a noticeable drop in 2020 to 3.94 thousand ships, followed by a recovery trend reaching 5.41 thousand ships in 2023. This data indicates a cyclical pattern influenced by various economic and operational factors.

Year-on-year variations over the last two years were notable, with a 29.01% increase in 2022 and a 6.15% increase in 2023. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for the last five years stood at 0.62%.

Future trends to watch for include:

The anticipated steady increase in the number of container ships from 2024 to 2028, reaching 5.75 thousand ships by 2028.
Projected 5-year CAGR of 0.98%, indicating modest growth.
External factors like global trade policies, environmental regulations, and technological advancements impacting the shipping industry.