In 2023, the railway transport volume of coke and refined petroleum products in France was expected to be slightly higher compared to future projections, demonstrating a declining trend from 5.2 million metric tons in 2024 down to 5.03 million metric tons by 2028. Year-on-year, this marks a consistent downward trajectory, suggesting a relatively steady reduction in volumes over the next four years.

Regarding future trends, factors to watch include:

Shift in energy policies towards greener alternatives impacting demand for petroleum transport.
Innovations in transportation efficiency potentially influencing logistics and operational costs.
Economic factors affecting industrial production levels and subsequent transport needs.