The number of seaborne passengers embarked and disembarked in France is projected to slightly decline from 2024 to 2028, decreasing from 24.71 million in 2024 to 24.26 million in 2028. As of 2023, the figure stood slightly above these forecasts, reflecting a stable yet modest decline over the forecasted years. The average annual drop, calculated as the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over five years, indicates a very gradual contraction of the seaborne passenger market.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential impacts of changing environmental regulations on seaborne transportation.
Developments in alternative travel modes or technologies that may affect passenger numbers.
Economic factors that could influence consumer travel behavior and seaborne passenger throughput.