In 2023, Germany led European road freight transport of secondary raw materials, municipal, and other wastes in mountain regions with a volume of 17.72 million metric tons, despite a decline of 2.76%. Austria followed closely with 15.35 million tons. Norway and the Czech Republic showed growth, with variations of 4.27% and 4.56% respectively. Slovenia experienced a significant increase of 24.79%, while Poland and Slovakia witnessed declines of 1.9% and 2.08%. Sweden and Belgium had minimal contributions. Over the past five years, the overall market demonstrates varied growth rates with some regions expanding while others contract.
Future trends to watch include the impact of environmental regulations and green initiatives, which could influence waste management practices and the demand for road freight transport. Technological advancements and investments in infrastructure in mountain regions are likely to drive further changes in patterns and efficiency in the sector.
Top countries in National Annual Road Freight Transport of Secondary Raw Materials, Municipal and Other Wastes Loaded in Mountain Regions by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 17,720 | 2023 | +1.13% | -2.76% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Austria | 15,350 | 2022 | -6.6% | +16.12% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Norway | 11,060 | 2023 | -0.78% | +4.27% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 7,480 | 2023 | -4.07% | +4.56% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovenia | 4,240 | 2023 | +7.96% | +24.79% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 4,140 | 2023 | -11.77% | -1.9% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 2,920 | 2023 | -2.9% | -2.08% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 2,260 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 262 | 2022 | +39.36% | +17.3% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 134 | 2022 | +48.89% | +12.61% | View data |
