In 2023, France had approximately 5.41 thousand passenger ships. From 2024 to 2028, forecast data indicates a consistent yearly decline in the number of passenger ships. Specifically, the number is expected to decrease from 4.94 thousand in 2024 to 3.08 thousand in 2028. This represents a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately -11.5% over the five-year period. The year-on-year percentage decrease begins with a 9.6% decline from 2023 to 2024, followed by further declines of around 9.5% in subsequent years.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts from environmental regulations, technological advancements in passenger ship efficiency, and shifts in tourism demand which could either stabilize or accelerate the decline in the number of ships. Additionally, strategic shifts in the transportation sector towards greener solutions could influence future ship counts.
