Employment in the sea and coastal passenger water transport sector in France showed fluctuations from 2013 to 2023, peaking and then dropping notably during the pandemic in 2020 before rebounding. In 2023, employment stood at 5.61 thousand FTEs, marking a year-on-year increase of 5.53%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the past five years was 1.93%. Projections indicate a continued growth trend, with employment expected to reach 5.93 thousand FTEs by 2028, reflecting a 5-year forecast CAGR of 0.89%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Persistent growth in domestic and international tourism post-pandemic.
Increased investments in sustainable and eco-friendly maritime transport.
Advancements in maritime safety and technology which may influence employment dynamics.