The forecast for the volume of road freight transport operated for own account in France indicates a steady decline from 2024 to 2028, with volumes projected to decrease from 703.57 million metric tons in 2024 to 684.08 million metric tons in 2028. As of 2023, the volume stood slightly higher than the 2024 forecast figure. From 2024, the year-on-year percentage changes reflect slight declines of approximately 0.7% over two consecutive years, followed by a 0.67% and a 0.68% decrease in the following years. Over the five-year horizon, this translates into a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately -0.71%.

Future trends to watch for include:

Increasing focus on sustainability and potential shifts towards greener logistics practices.
Technological advancements and their impact on logistics efficiencies.
The influence of regulatory changes on the transport sector.