Fuel oil consumption in France's paper, pulp, and printing sectors is expected to slightly increase from 27.92 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent (ktoe) in 2024 to 28.79 ktoe in 2028. This represents a steady growth pattern, highlighting a consistent upward trend without significant fluctuations. Between 2024 and 2025, consumption grows by approximately 0.82%, and between 2025 and 2026, it rises by about 0.78%. This slight acceleration suggests a growing demand or reliance on fuel oil in these industrial sectors.

Future trends to monitor include:

Technological advancements that might increase energy efficiency in the sector.
Policy changes or incentives aimed at reducing carbon emissions, which could affect fuel oil usage.
Adoption of alternative fuels as part of sustainability initiatives within the industry.
Economic factors influencing the production levels in the paper, pulp, and printing sectors.