The railway transport volume for secondary raw materials, municipal, and other wastes in France was approximately 1.27 million metric tons in 2023. From forecasted data, the transport volume is set to decline year-on-year through 2028, dropping from 1.2 million metric tons in 2024 to 0.928 million metric tons in 2028. This represents an average Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of -4.91% over the next five years.

Future trends to watch for:

Increased focus on sustainability might drive innovations in recycling and waste management, potentially altering transport needs.
Policy changes and infrastructure investments could improve railway efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
Fluctuations in industrial demand for secondary raw materials may influence transport volumes.