The Czech Republic leads in waste collection enterprises among European countries, with notable growth. France and Greece show significant year-over-year increases, while Italy, Denmark, and Iceland experience declines. Smaller markets like Luxembourg and Iceland have minimal enterprise counts.
Future trends to watch include sustained growth in Eastern Europe, driven by infrastructure development and regulatory alignment with EU standards. Conversely, Western Europe may see consolidation, optimizing operations, and increasing efficiency. Changes in waste management policies and technological advancements in recycling and waste-to-energy could also impact enterprise numbers and industry dynamics across Europe.
Top countries in Waste Collection Number of Enterprises by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Enterprises) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Czech Republic | 5,580 | 2023 | +2.78% | +2.94% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 3,060 | 2023 | +2.07% | +2.08% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 2,790 | 2023 | +2.72% | +2.29% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 1,970 | 2023 | +3.96% | +1.35% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 1,640 | 2023 | -0.061% | -0.74% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 1,580 | 2023 | -3.54% | -4.69% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 1,190 | 2023 | +0.42% | +3.33% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 973 | 2023 | +0.62% | +0.65% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 825 | 2023 | +7.84% | +11.63% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 490 | 2023 | +1.87% | +1.45% | View data |
