In 2023, the import of line pipe of a kind used for oil or gas pipelines to France, with an external diameter less than 406.4 mm of steel other than stainless, stood at 14.7 million kilograms. The forecast predicts a steady decline from 2024 to 2028, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) showing a negative variation. Year-on-year declines are approximately 2.3% from 2024 to 2025 and 2.2% from 2025 to 2026, continuing at similar rates to 2028.
Future trends to watch for:
- Shifts in global energy policies impacting the demand for oil and gas pipelines.
- Technological advancements in pipeline materials potentially altering import needs.
- Economic conditions in France and global supply chain dynamics influencing import volumes.
- Environmental regulations pushing for alternative energy solutions, affecting pipeline demand directly.
