In the French metals and metal ores wholesale sector, road freight volume in 2023 stood at 16.0 million vehicle-kilometers. From 2024 onwards, forecasted data indicates a consistent annual decline: 15.0 million in 2024, 14.0 million in 2025, 12.0 million in 2026, 11.0 million in 2027, and 10.0 million in 2028. This represents a year-on-year reduction of approximately 6.7% from 2024 to 2025, followed by an 8.7% decrease from 2025 to 2026. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is approximately -8.95%.
Future trends to watch include potential regulatory changes affecting road freight emissions, technology advancements in logistics optimizing efficiency, and shifts in demand for metals driven by economic and industrial factors. Additionally, an increase in eco-friendly alternatives might influence road freight volume.
