The freight and mail air transport sector in France exhibited varying growth and contraction between 2013 and 2023. In 2023, the sector stood at 1.67 billion tonne kilometers. Key trend observations include significant fluctuations, marked by a steep decline in 2020 due to COVID-19, followed by a robust recovery in 2021. The sector has sustained a 0.99% CAGR over the last five years, indicating incremental growth. From 2021 to 2023, a notable recovery with a 6.23% year-on-year increase in 2023 displays resilience post-pandemic.
Looking ahead, forecasts predict continued yet moderate growth, with the sector expected to reach 1.85 billion tonne kilometers by 2028. Future trends to monitor include advancements in technology, regulatory changes, and the potential impact of environmental policies on air freight dynamics.
