France transport value added volume
France transport value added volume stood at 28,048 in Q2 2026, according to INSEE – Institut national de la statistique et des études économiques (BDM). It is one of the indicators in the Quarterly GDP and value added table (Value · Quarterly), with a complete series running from Q1 1949 to Q2 2026. The complete series with an interactive chart, free to download.
This indicator in the Quarterly GDP and value added table
| Indicator | Q2-2026 | Q1-2026 | Q4-2025 | Q3-2025 | Q2-2025 | Q1-2025 | Q4-2024 | Q3-2024 | Q2-2024 | Q1-2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chain-linked volumes | |||||||||||
| Transport | 28,048 | 28,133 | 28,195 | 27,889 | 28,191 | 28,123 | 28,166 | 27,834 | 27,369 | 27,436 | |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 17,035 | 17,023 | 17,107 | 17,072 | 17,141 | 16,863 | 16,876 | 16,789 | 16,444 | 16,097 |
Understanding france transport value added volume
Freight and passenger transport services spanning land, water, air, and pipeline networks, alongside supporting logistics and postal activities, are quantified here in chained volume terms. This service branch measures the physical movement of people and cargo plus warehousing operations, excluding personal transport in private automobiles. It isolates the commercial transportation industry from manufacturing and wholesale trade.
Interpreting this transport volume requires accounting for fuel price shocks and international trade volume shifts that directly impact freight forwarding demand. Early estimates depend on transport registry data and carrier revenue surveys, making subsequent revisions frequent as complete operating statements are filed. Analysts should avoid confusing this sector with travel accommodation, as transport focuses strictly on mobility and logistics infrastructure.
Frequently asked questions
- Which transport modes are consolidated within this specific logistics branch?
- Railways, road freight, maritime shipping, air transport, pipeline operations, warehousing, and postal delivery services.
- Does personal commuting using private passenger cars count toward this transport measure?
- No, private vehicle use is excluded, whereas commercial passenger transport and all freight operations are counted.
- How do international trade flows impact quarterly transport volume figures?
- Cross-border cargo shipping and port logistics drive a substantial share of freight transport activity and warehousing demand.