In 2023, the number of pulp, paper, and paperboard enterprises in France stood at 91. The data forecasts a decline in enterprises over the next five years, decreasing from 86 in 2024 to 68 by 2028. This indicates a contraction trend, with a year-on-year decline of approximately 5.8% between 2024 and 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this period is around -5.7%.

Future trends to watch for:

Impact of digital transformation reducing paper demand.
Increased focus on sustainability and recycling processes.
Potential market consolidation due to tighter economic conditions.
Innovations in paper product applications that could stabilize or reverse the trend.