By the end of 2023, the renting and leasing of trucks industry in France consisted of about 487 enterprises. Forecasts indicate a steady decline: 2024 expects 406 enterprises, down 16.7% from 2023; this trend continues with a 19.9% decrease in 2025, followed by a 24.6% drop in 2026. The decline continues with 32.2% fewer enterprises in 2027, and the trend sharply decreases with a 47.6% drop in 2028. From 2024 to 2028, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is a decrease of 29.9%, signaling a notable shrinkage of the sector.
Future trends to watch:
- Increasing digitalization in the logistics industry may shift demand away from traditional truck leasing.
- Environmental regulations could impact the financial viability of smaller leasing enterprises.
- Consolidation trends within the industry could lead to fewer but larger market participants.
