The French asbestos removal market is estimated at over €1.1 billion. Asbestos was banned in 1997. In recent years, the asbestos removal market in France has experienced significant growth and development, with new entrants quadrupling the number of establishments by 2020. Today, the market counts some 1,000 establishments. Asbestos, a harmful silicate mineral, presents significant health risks. Asbestos removal mainly concerns asbestos concrete, accounting for 80%. Asbestos removal services include dust removal, containment, extraction, quality control and waste disposal. The introduction of stricter legislation has resulted in higher operating costs for certification, protection and training, with no commensurate increase in the fees charged to customers. Asbestos removal robots could revolutionize the sector. The construction, demolition and industrial sectors are the main consumers of asbestos removal services, accounting for half and a quarter of activity respectively. Asbestos re
