In 2023, the road freight volume of the meat products wholesale sector in France was 88.0 thousand units. From 2024 onwards, forecasts suggest a steady decline; from 82.0 thousand units in 2024 to 64.0 thousand units by 2028. The year-on-year variations show a gradual decrease of approximately 7.3% between 2024 to 2025, and a further 6.6% reduction by 2026. More notably, a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -6.41% from 2024 to 2028 underscores a persistent contraction in the volume.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Potential changes in consumer dietary preferences, potentially impacting meat product demand.
- Regulatory shifts focusing on environmental impact, which may influence logistics strategies.
- Technological advancements in logistics, which could optimize road freight operations and reduce costs.
- Economic factors like inflation and fuel prices, affecting transportation costs and sustainability of road freight.
