In France, the electricity final consumption in rail transport for 2023 stood at approximately 29.7 thousand terajoules. The forecasted data shows a gradual decline, with a projected consumption of 29.48 in 2024 and decreasing to 28.4 by 2028. This represents a year-on-year decline averaging around 0.8% over the five-year forecast period, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -0.9% from 2023 to 2028.

Future trends to watch include:

Increasing energy efficiency initiatives in rail transport.
Transition towards alternative energy sources such as hydrogen and renewable energies.
Potential changes in rail transport demand due to shifts in passenger and freight activities.