In 2023, Poland dominated the European road freight volume for the treatment and disposal of non-hazardous waste sector, with a significant growth of 22.28%. Spain and the Czech Republic experienced declines of 3.66% and 2.47%, respectively. Conversely, Slovakia saw a remarkable increase of nearly 47.58%, highlighting an emerging market strength. In terms of trajectory, Greece and Austria showed positive growth at 7.39% and 5.92%, respectively, whereas France and Sweden declined by 12.13% and 12.94%. Portugal witnessed slight growth, while several smaller markets like Lithuania, Romania, and Latvia remained stagnant.
Future trends to watch:
- Potential continued growth in Poland could consolidate its position as a leader in this sector.
- Slovakia's drastic growth rates indicate potential rapid market development and investment opportunities.
- Watch for changes in environmental policies or economic factors that might influence market dynamics, especially in countries with recent declines like France and Spain.
- Possible stagnation in smaller markets could lead to consolidation or strategic shifts to boost volumes.
Top countries in Road Freight Volume of Treatment and Disposal of Non-hazardous Waste Sector Share by Country (Million Vehicle-Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 25.47 | 2023 | +7.89% | +22.28% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 24.22 | 2023 | +2.63% | -3.66% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 9.32 | 2023 | +7.14% | -2.47% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 6.83 | 2023 | +83.33% | +1.92% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 6.83 | 2023 | -8.33% | -12.13% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 6.21 | 2023 | +150% | +7.39% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 4.97 | 2023 | 0% | +5.92% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 4.35 | 2023 | +75% | +47.58% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 3.73 | 2023 | 0% | +14.87% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 3.11 | 2023 | +25% | +4.56% | View data |
