Logistics and transport

The global carsharing market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 20% between 2022 and 2032, reaching $20 billion by 2032. In France, the carsharing fleet exceeds 13,500 vehicles. The number of unique users is around 423,000 in 2023, an increase of 43% on 2022. At the start of 2023, there were one million registered users, an increase of around 30% since the start of 2020. The rising cost of car ownership (which was around 4,210 euros per year in 2022), and environmental concerns are the main drivers of demand for carsharing services. 77% of users indicate that ecological impact is their main motivation. The French carsharing market is expanding thanks to the growth of existing players. There is a push towards fleet electrification. Loop users are educated, urban and less likely to own a car, while Getaround users tend to be younger and have higher incomes. The French carsharing market is reacting to regulatory changes such as the Mobility Orientation Law (LOM). The establishment of low-em

The French cold storage market is worth over 1.5 billion euros. The global cold storage market is growing at an annual rate of over 10%. The frozen food segment dominates, due to the increase in frozen food consumption in emerging markets such as India and China. Trends in the French market Demand for perishable goods (meat, fish, eggs, dairy products, fruit, vegetables and pharmaceuticals) is growing, and cold storage facilities are an essential component in maintaining the integrity of these products. Two main forms of cold storage are used: positive cold storage, with temperatures between 0°C and 15°C, and negative cold storage, with temperatures below 0°C. The market is experiencing strong growth, with large, sophisticated warehouses in demand to meet the growing needs of the online food trade. Companies range from general freight forwarders to cold logistics operators and specialized cold storage players. High energy consumption puts pressure on operators' costs. The cost of elect

Since the meteoric rise of Uber Eats and Deliveroo, home delivery has become an integral part of consumer habits. Initially focused on catering, it has rapidly extended to food shopping, overturning traditional business models. While the pandemic acted as a catalyst in 2020 and 2021,

The French home-delivered meals market is estimated at €7 billion. The global market for home-delivered meals is growing significantly, and is estimated to exceed $150 billion by 2023. In Europe, the market size is around €20 billion. European FoodTech, which encompasses the home delivery segment, has experienced considerable growth, reaping between 3 and 5 billion euros in four years. The coronavirus crisis has been particularly kind to the meal delivery market, with a 24% increase in users in Europe. The landscape includes a variety of players, from catering platforms and delivery services to "dark kitchens". The French home delivery market French consumer habits have been transformed in recent years, thanks in large part to the growth of the home meal delivery market. 75% of consumers are aged 35 or under. 25-35% of students use delivery services every week. In the Paris region and major cities, more than half of the population uses these services. The new home delivery market is ex

The French pallet market is worth around 900 million euros. The global pallet market is valued at $65 billion, and is growing by around 8% a year. In France, over 128 million pallets are sold every year, and over 50 million pallets are manufactured. Major global players such as Brambles Ltd. and Rehrig Pacific Company dominate the competitive landscape. Customers have begun to prioritize environmental concerns. They are increasingly demanding guarantees of the sustainable development practices involved in pallet production. Emphasis is also being placed on improving pallet recovery logistics systems. The aim is to increase pallet reuse rates. Market players Brambles Ltd: a major player in the international pallet market PGS Group: a French giant in the sector Rehrig Pacific Company: state-of-the-art handling solutions. Schoeller Allibert: reusable transport packaging solutions LOSCAM: strong presence in the Asia-Pacific region CABKA Group: versatility and environmental management > The

The French food box market is estimated at between 40 and 50 million euros. The box concept originated with beauty boxes in the United States in the 2010s. The global food box market is estimated at $16 billion, and is growing at over 17% a year. In recent years, the French food box market has boomed, with the number of bouquet subscriptions climbing by 50% between 2017 and 2020. More than 1 million monthly subscribers The French food box market is now estimated to be worth around 250 million euros. It includes a wide variety of offerings such as beauty, lifestyle, children's items, pet products, wine and food. Food gift sets account for around 18% of this market. The majority of consumers subscribe for less than 6 months. The average monthly price of a food subscription box is around 23 euros. Among the leading players, HelloFresh has seen its annual sales increase by 66%, while Rutabago has announced 12,000 subscribers by 2022. Market leaders include Rutabago, with its organic and ve

The French market for home-delivered boxes is estimated at over 250 million euros, with over 1 million monthly subscribers. The global market for subscription boxes, created by Birchbox, has grown rapidly to over $15 billion. The French market is also growing, with around 450 boxes on offer in a variety of categories such as beauty, food and lifestyle, and a strong presence of both small startups and large companies. Beauty boxes account for over 50% of the market. A quarter of the French population is familiar with subscription boxes. E-commerce is the predominant distribution channel. In France, subscription boxes are popular with women and young people. The average subscription lasts six months. The sector in France includes both international giants like HelloFresh and national players like Le Petit Ballon. Industry players Global heavyweights : HelloFresh: Pioneer of the kit-meal delivery concept Birchbox: pioneer in beauty product subscription boxes Dollar Shave Club: targets the

French courier market valued at €5 billion The global courier market is growing at an annual rate of 6%. The global courier market is worth over $500 billion. The French courier market has grown in just a few years from €2 billion in 2015 to over €5 billion. It is now growing at a slower pace, fuelled mainly by the e-commerce sector. There are over 600 courier companies. The number of parcels shipped exceeds 1.5 billion Nearly 90% of shoppers choose home delivery services when shopping online. During the COVID-19 pandemic, supply chains were severely disrupted. Delays in online product deliveries rose from 15% at the start of the pandemic to 60%. La Poste, with sales of over €25 billion, controls around 95% of the parcel market and has a nationwide presence. Players in the French parcel delivery market. La Poste, the national company and market leader Chronopost, a subsidiary of La Poste, focuses on fast parcel services and has 9,500 physical collection points Couriier Coursier.fr Mond

Non-food discounters are retail chains offering low-price products in a variety of non-food sectors. Unlike traditional supermarket chains, these stores adopt a business model based on optimizing costs, simplifying supply channels and highlighting attractive offers in limited quantities. Their assortment includes both permanent items and

The global civilian drone market has grown substantially, driven in particular by China, which now holds over 70% of the market share, with DJI recognized as the leading manufacturer. The global market for civilian drones exceeds $6 billion, and the total drone market is estimated at $30 billion. In France, the market is largely dominated by professional drone applications. The market is estimated at over 250 million euros Chinese manufacturers have led to a drop in sales for Parrot, France's drone pioneer. Growth and preferences in the civilian drone market The civilian drone market in France is dominated by professional drones, which account for over three-quarters of market share. The leisure segment accounts for the remainder. Demand for professional drones is rising sharply for applications such as aerial photography, surveillance, civil security, infrastructure inspection and agriculture. In the professional context, the media sector holds the largest share of the market, using a

The French furniture storage market is valued at over 3 billion euros. The furniture storage market is defined as the storage of customers' belongings for varying periods of time. The global market is worth around $53 billion , and is expected to grow by around 5% a year. The European market is worth around €13 billion. Originally aimed mainly at people needing extra space or in the process of moving, the market now caters for a wider range of consumers and a wider variety of objects to be stored. The market is experiencing a trend towards flexibility and convenience. Traditionally, the market offered individuals long-term storage solutions without access to their belongings during the storage period. The landscape is changing with the emergence of self-storage models that offer consumers the ability to access, add or remove items on a self-service basis. The market is no longer focused solely on furniture. French furniture storage market players Home Box (Rousselet Group) Safestore Sh

This study offers an in-depth analysis of the electric motorcycle and scooter market: environmental impact, advantages over petrol-powered models, urban use, the role of batteries, development trends and the positioning of key players. A report for understanding a rapidly growing, environmentally friendly sector.

This study analyses the French market for new electric scooters, 50 cc equivalent and 125 cc equivalent, including overseas France. It measures the size of the market and its development since 2015, then examines who buys, where and why: private buyers and fleets, major cities and overseas departments, barriers linked to price and range, and competition from electric bikes (e-bikes) and licence-free cars. The market has halved since its peak: in 2025, 12 795 new electric scooters were registered, and registrations of electric two-wheelers have fallen by 45 % since 2022. Businesses now buy only 34 % of new electric two-wheelers, compared with 75 % in 2016, following the withdrawal of sharing operators such as Cityscoot. The study compares ranges and list prices, energy costs and running costs over five years against petrol models, as well as the carbon footprint. It presents the players, from imported brands to long-established manufacturers, business failures since 2022 and distributio

The cab sector falls into the category of Transport public particulier de personnes (TPPP or T3P), governed by NAF code 49.32Z, which covers the activities of both cabs and VTCs. Unlike VTCs, cabs have a parking authorization (ADS ) which allows them to pick up

The market for electric scooters is worth around €380 million, with 680,000 scooters sold Market growth is driven by environmental concerns and the search for sustainable mobility solutions. Growing popularity of electric scooters The market is growing. Electric scooters are appreciated for their maneuverability, affordability and low maintenance requirements. In 2023, the market recorded sales of around 680,000 units, representing a market value of around 280 million euros. The market has fallen sharply compared with 2022 (€345 million and 900,000 scooters). Electric scooters account for two-thirds of sales of micro-mobility equipment. The majority of users are men, with an average age of around thirty, who use them for their daily commute. The risk of accidents remains present, with approximately 23% of owners having had a fall or accident. Key players in the electric scooter market The main manufacturers are Chinese companies Xiaomi Segway-Ninebot - industry innovator E-Twow Kaabo W

The French market for electric scooters is worth around 40 million euros The market for self-service electric scooters has grown significantly since 2020, with a marked increase in shared mobility use of 48% in Europe in 2022 alone. The maturing market has consolidated around major players such as Lime, Dott and Tier, particularly in France where regulations are stricter. Operators have yet to break even. In recent years, the urban mobility landscape has been considerably reshaped by the arrival of electric scooters. Electric scooters will account for 51% of Europe's shared-vehicle fleet The French market has enthusiastically embraced this trend, with players such as Lime, Dott and Tier following in the footsteps of electric scooters. According to BCG, the European and American markets for these scooters alone should reach a value of between $25 and $30 billion. Work and commuting account for almost half of usage. Electric scooters account for 16% of journeys in France. Electric scoote

This study analyses the French market for electrically assisted bicycles within its strict scope as pedal-assist cycles, distinct from speed bikes and other electric vehicles. It tracks the decline in new-bike sales after the 2022 peak, placing the e-bike back within the cycling economy, its product categories and its uses. In 2025, 507 000 new e-bikes were sold in France at an average price of 1 999 €, representing a new-bike market of around 1,01 billion euros. The study also shows that the e-bike accounts for 54 % of the value of the new bicycle market for 28 % of volumes, shedding light on product-range, distribution and service trade-offs. The document explores demand beyond sales: the place of leisure, the growth of commuting trips, intermodality, trial rental, and needs for parking, insurance, anti-theft devices and maintenance. It details the chain of players, from motor manufacturers and assemblers to multisport retailers, specialist stores, rental companies and refurbishers.

This study analyses the French market for licence-free cars, these light quadricycles limited to 45 km/h and accessible from age 14 with an AM licence, both new and used. It compares the available measures, which cannot be added together, to trace strong growth: new registrations were multiplied by 2,4 between 2019 and 2024, before falling back in 2025 to 24 729 light quadricycles, while electric models reached 74,9 % of new sales. It describes family-driven and younger demand, led by parents of teenagers, the spread of the B licence at 17 and the decline of the moped. The offer is becoming more expensive and is increasingly sold on a monthly basis, through leases with purchase option (PCP-style leases) or long-term leases; the study compares list prices, gaps between electric and diesel and the monthly running cost. It shows how mainstream carmakers, with the Citroën Ami and the Fiat Topolino, took 61,5 % of the market in 2025 from the French specialists Aixam and Ligier, whose accoun

In France, the removals sector is estimated to be worth between 1.5 and 1.7 billion euros, with an overall average annual growth rate of around 2 to 3%. Every year, around 3 million French people move, representing 4 to 5% of the population. Marriage, death and family expansion account for 70% of moves, with the remaining 30% due to professional reasons. Despite the frequency of moves, professional moving services are used in only 20% of cases, with the majority preferring help from family and friends. Nearly 22% of French people under 35 have moved, often for professional reasons. In contrast, people over 35 tend to move less often, and when they do, it's usually to improve their living conditions or as part of a property acquisition. The market is made up of many local players and a few major franchises such as Les déménageurs Bretons and Demeco . 90% of the 1,300 removal companies surveyed had fewer than 20 employees, and almost 70% of them operated independently of a franchise syst

The last-mile delivery market is estimated at between 2.3 and 2.9 billion euros. The global last-mile delivery market is a fast-growing sector, fueled by increasing urbanization and the explosive growth of e-commerce. The market is growing by around 9% a year and is estimated to be worth $47 billion. Consumer demands for personalized deliveries, real-time tracking and sustainable solutions are driving innovation, including the use of electric vehicles and delivery drones. Last-mile delivery costs account for 41% of total logistics expenditure. Investment in start-ups specializing in last-mile delivery has soared, and new entrants are challenging established players. Despite profitability issues and the need to subsidize delivery costs to meet consumer expectations, the last-mile market has a bright future ahead of it. The French market last-mile delivery market In France, last-mile delivery has moved to the forefront of the logistics industry's considerations. The market is growing by

The French dropshipping market is estimated at between €3 and €3.5 billion. The global dropshipping market, valued at $200 billion in 2022, is expected to grow by an estimated 25% between 2023 and 2032, reaching $1.9 billion in 2032. This trend is driven by the growing adoption of online shopping, with e-commerce penetration rising from 58.30% in 2016 to 65.20% in 2021. Growth in e-commerce and dropshipping In France, the dropshipping model is thriving and making a substantial contribution to the growth of e-commerce. Its success is fueled by ease of market access. Sellers avoid traditional logistical challenges. Dropshipping directly connects consumers and suppliers. This model not only gives customers a wide range of choices, but also enables sellers to streamline their operations and dispense with inventory. The dropshipping business model is favored for its low barriers to entry. The structure of the dropshipping market in France reflects this reality, with 207,000 e-commerce sites

The combined French urban mobility market is estimated to be worth between 30 and 40 billion euros . The mobility-as-a-service (MaaS) market has reshaped urban mobility worldwide, with the global market set to grow from US$182.12 billion in 2018 to US$210.44 billion in 2026. Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, which will reduce public transport ridership by 80-90% by 2020, digital mobility services and demand for micro-mobility, particularly electric bikes and scooters, have boomed in France. The scooter fleet has grown from 37,500 to almost 500,000 units. MaaS is seen as a pivotal development in the face of urbanization, supporting the transition to greener transport alternatives and benefiting from society's ongoing digital transformation. MaaS platforms integrate a multitude of services to create complete offers for users, from traffic data to journey booking and transport services. The mobility as a service (MaaS) market in France The most notable trends are the shift to greener, more e

The French fast-food market is estimated to be worth between 2.4 and 4.8 billion euros. Defined by its fast delivery service - often within just 10 to 15 minutes of placing an order online - this new form of e-commerce is shaping the way consumers interact with food delivery services. Demand for fast food delivery has been integrated into consumers' daily habits, particularly in urban areas, with an annual growth rate of 30%. The fast-food market is rooted in France's urban fabric, targeting the 41% of the population living in urban areas - estimated at between 25 and 30 million people. The market is estimated to be worth between 2.4 and 4.8 billion euros (taking into account spending on convenience goods and local services, and potential market share in urban areas). The French population in urban areas spends around 50 billion euros a year on FMCG and food products. Fast-food operators are establishing themselves by leveraging "dark stores" to offer deliveries within minutes, and cit

The French shelving market is valued at between €450 and €600 million, while the total materials handling market is over €3 billion. The global racking market is estimated at over $9 billion. Manufacturers are increasingly integrating warehouse management software and innovative systems such as pallet shuttles. E-commerce, with annual growth of over 13%, is a major driver of demand. Intelligent shelving with features such as electronic labeling and RFID technology are making their appearance in the retail sector. Demand trends in the shelving market Italy is a major producer, exporting most of its production. France has a significant foreign trade deficit in this sector. Demand for shelving is highly varied, and comes from a variety of segments, such as industry for heavy storage, logisticians, the retail trade for display and storage of goods, offices for archiving and e-commerce. The sector is split between large and medium-sized companies and a large number of very small businesses.

The number of passengers carried in France is around 140 million The global market expects a record 5 billion passengers by 2024. The global industry has returned to and exceeded its pre-health crisis levels France, the world's leading tourist destination, has seen its air transport market soar. The French market was hit hard by the health crisis, particularly in the passenger division, with sales down by over 55%. The freight segment fell by only 37% during the crisis. The bulk of French air traffic is made up of international passengers, who accounted for almost 80% of the total. Paris airports account for over 60% of passengers. Europeans make up 65% of the country's air passengers, followed by the African continent with 14%. Spain, the UK and Portugal are the most popular destinations. Some market players The giants: Air France KLM Low-cost pioneers: EasyJet and Ryanair, Transavia, a subsidiary of the Air France KLM group Airfreight specialists: FedEx Express and Cargolux. Charter

The European freight transport market, heavily dependent on road haulage, was severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. Road haulage sales in France fell by 20% during this period. The market recovered strongly after the pandemic The market is stimulated by the growth of e-commerce, which is experiencing annual growth of over 13%. The market is adapting by increasing innovation in local delivery and last-mile logistics. Demand trends in the French freight transport market The French transport market is dominated by road haulage, with a significant share of 89%. The sector is highly competitive, but a limited number of companies generate a large proportion of the sector's revenues. Domestic freight represents between 350 and 360 billion tonne-kilometres. International freight accounts for 37% of this figure. Manufactured goods are at the forefront of transport demand, accounting for around a third of total goods transported, measured in tonne-kilometres. The rise of e-commerce is resh

The French express freight market, valued at around €5.2 billion The global express delivery market, estimated at over $320 billion and expected to grow by around 7% a year. The express delivery market is experiencing considerable growth in France. Heavy goods vehicles account for almost 87% of the national freight market. E-commerce, estimated at between €145 and €150 billion, is accelerating the market. 85% of French people prefer home delivery services. However, less costly relay point deliveries are on the increase. Parcel tracking services, alerted by e-mail or telephone, are also in high demand. The sector is highly concentrated. Global leaders DHL, FedEx and UPS have a substantial presence in France Start-ups are innovating, particularly in last-mile delivery. Fast freight players Chronopost, a subsidiary of La Poste DHL employs over 3,600 people in France alone. United Parcel Service, an American giant FedEx Corporation, world leader Aramex PJSC (United Arab Emirates) SF Expres

The global rail transport market is estimated at $500 billion, with an average annual growth rate of 5%. Passenger transport is worth over $300 billion. The French rail network covers more than 30,000 km. Rail industry production is dominated by rolling stock and signalling equipment. The French rail industry is a major player on the world market. Government investment in rail is strong, and includes a 3.5 billion euro renewal plan for regional trains, and projects such as the Grand Paris Express (40 billion euros of investment). Public funding strongly influences the passenger rail market, which distinguishes it from the freight sector characterized by the participation of private entities. The market is changing as the sector opens up to competition. Despite a sharp drop in revenue during the pandemic, SNCF posted steady sales growth in the early 2010s. Passenger-kilometres in particular are between 95 and 105 billion. Freight transport fluctuates between 85 and 95 million tonnes. Pl

The river transport market in France encompasses both passenger and freight transport. French river freight is mainly used to transport ore and bulk heavy goods. With over 8,500 km of navigable waterways, the French network is the longest in Europe, but only handles 4% of the country's total freight traffic. River freight enables large volumes of goods to be transported, offering an alternative to the often congested road networks. River tourism accounts for over 11 million passengers and freight traffic for just over 56 million tonnes a year. Despite these advantages, European river freight traffic is declining. The European Union has seen an 8% drop in goods transported by inland waterways in recent years. European road haulage continues to gain market share from rail and river freight. The COVID-19 crisis has dealt a severe blow to passenger transport, leading to a 78% drop in traffic by 2020. With over 45% of national river transport, the Seine basin leads the way in freight traffi

The production value of the French maritime economy is over €95 billion, with the transport and logistics segments accounting for a third of this. The global shipping market accounts for 90% of world trade by volume and 80% by value. The top 10 shipping lines account for 85% of the world's container fleet capacity. The maritime sector accounts for nearly 3% of global greenhouse gas emissions. The race for gigantic ships continues. Trends in the French shipping market France occupies a unique position thanks to its vast exclusive economic zones (EEZs) and a group of major metropolitan ports such as Marseille, Le Havre and Dunkirk. These ports account for between 80 and 90% of national traffic. Le Havre accounts for almost half of the country's container traffic. The various market segments - bulk carriers, container ships and oil tankers - are affected by major fluctuations in the world market. 70% to 75% of French imports are sea-borne The cruise industry has enjoyed strong growth over

The French cargo bike market is estimated at between €42 and €52 million in 2023. The global cargo bike market, valued at $900 million in 2022, is enjoying robust growth, with an expected CAGR of 9% through to 2032. Europe accounts for 42.2% of the global market, with sales estimated at between 400,000 and 500,000 units by 2022. The market is driven by electric cargo bikes. There are no European standards for cargo bikes. The rise of the cargo bike market in France Cargo bikes appeal to a wide range of users, from families to businesses, particularly in urban areas. In France, the market has grown more than tenfold in five years, reaching 33,000 units sold by 2022. Its value, ranging from €3.1 to €5.1 million in 2018, is estimated at €42.3 to €52.3 million in 2023. Electrically-assisted cargo bikes represent 3% of the electrically-assisted bicycle (EAB) market, with an average price of €4,118 in 2021. Cargo bikes are capable of meeting a variety of needs, such as urban cleaning, food s

French VTC market estimated at €1.3 billion in 2023 Before the COVID-19 pandemic, the VTC market was worth between €750 and €850 million. The global VTC market is estimated at between $180 and $200 billion. There are around 50,000 VTC drivers in France and over 62,000 cabs. Île-de-France accounts for 80% of total VTC activity. The 25-34 age group uses these services around two and a half times more than the general population. 30% of 18- to 24-year-olds use Uber services regularly, compared with 20% of 25- to 34-year-olds. The average cost of a VTC trip is around 20 euros, slightly less than the average cab fare (22 euros). Around 80% of this cost is charged to the driver. The minimum price of a VTC trip in 2023 is €7.65. Uber is paid with 25% of expenses, and other competitors like Heetch only take around 15%. VTC (chauffeur-driven car) market players Uber: the world's leading provider of VTC services FreeNow (formerly Kapten): Daimler Group's European challenger Initially created und