In 2023, the empty national road freight transport volume in France stood at 2.13 billion vehicle-kilometers. The forecast for 2024 to 2028 indicates a consistent reduction in volumes, decreasing from 2.1 billion vehicle-kilometers in 2024 to 2.0 billion in 2028. This represents an annual decline of approximately 0.95% on average, signaling a downward trend in the frequency of empty transports.
Future trends to watch for include the integration of digital tools for optimizing load factors, which may help further reduce empty mileage. Additionally, policy-driven initiatives promoting sustainable logistics could influence these trends significantly.
