The production of paper and paper products in France has experienced fluctuations over the past decade. In 2023, the production value stood at 16.57 billion euros. Between 2013 and 2023, the industry saw varied year-on-year changes, including significant declines in 2020 (-16.6%) followed by a strong recovery in 2021 (20.36%). Over the past two years, the production slightly decreased by 0.096% each year. The 5-year CAGR from 2018 to 2023 was -0.66%, indicating a general declining trend.
Looking ahead, forecasted data suggest a gentle decline in production value from 2024 to 2028, at a 5-year CAGR of -0.08%. Future trends to watch for include the impact of digital transformation, increasing environmental regulations, and evolving consumer preferences toward sustainable products.
