In 2023, Poland led European road freight volume for non-hazardous waste treatment and disposal, reflecting significant growth with a 22.28% year-on-year increase. Spain trailed closely but recorded a 3.66% decline. The Czech Republic, though smaller in volume, also saw a slight decrease of 2.47%. Portugal and Greece showed positive growth at 1.92% and 7.39% respectively. Austria's volume grew by 5.92%, while Slovakia had the most remarkable increase of 47.58%. Norway improved by 14.87%. Conversely, France (-12.13%) and Sweden (-12.94%) experienced notable declines in volume.
Future trends to watch include:
- The impact of environmental policies and regulations on waste management practices.
- Technological advancements in waste sorting and processing influencing freight volumes.
- Potential supply chain disruptions and economic shifts affecting demand and operations across Europe.
- Regional disparities driven by differing industrial activities and infrastructure developments.
Top countries in Road Freight Volume of Treatment and Disposal of Non-hazardous Waste Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Vehicle-Kilometers | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 41 | 2023 | +7.89% | +22.28% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 39 | 2023 | +2.63% | -3.66% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 15 | 2023 | +7.14% | -2.47% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 11 | 2023 | +83.33% | +1.92% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 11 | 2023 | -8.33% | -12.13% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 10 | 2023 | +150% | +7.39% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 8 | 2023 | 0% | +5.92% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 7 | 2023 | +75% | +47.58% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 6 | 2023 | 0% | +14.87% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 5 | 2023 | +25% | +4.56% | View data |
