The forecast for France's unloaded international container transport volume shows a consistent upward trend from 2024 onwards. In 2023, the volume was 88.6 thousand TEUs. Forecasted values for subsequent years are 90.4 in 2024, 92.47 in 2025, 94.53 in 2026, 96.56 in 2027, and 98.57 in 2028. This indicates a positive year-on-year growth, with an expected average annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five years up to 2028 of approximately 2.23%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential impacts of geopolitical developments on international trade routes.
Technological advancements in shipping and logistics that could improve efficiency or capacity.
Environmental regulations influencing the sustainability and cost of shipping operations.