As of 2023, the actual opening stock of petroleum coke in France was 64.5 thousand metric tons. The forecasts indicate a steady annual increase, reaching 86.0 thousand metric tons by 2028. From 2024 to 2025, there is a year-on-year rise of approximately 7.4%. Between 2025 and 2026, this growth moderates slightly to around 5.5%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2023 to 2028 is calculated to be about 6.0%, reflecting a consistent trend of increasing petroleum coke reserves in France over these years.

Future trends to watch for include:

Global shifts in energy policies impacting the demand for petroleum coke as a fuel source.
Technological advancements influencing petroleum coke production efficiency or substitution possibilities.
Economic factors and regulatory changes, both locally in France and at the European Union level, which could affect production or consumption patterns.