In 2023, among European countries, Germany leads in road freight transport of secondary raw materials, municipal, and other wastes at 241.14 million metric tons. Notable changes in the past year were seen in Slovenia with an 18.3% increase, while Slovakia experienced a 4.02% decrease. Over the past five years, Germany, Poland, and Denmark showcased stability with consistent growth, while Lithuania and the Czech Republic saw gradual declines.
Future trends to watch include the integration of sustainable practices and technology in logistics operations. There is a growing emphasis on recycling efforts and circular economy principles, potentially spurring growth in secondary raw material transportation across Europe.
Top countries in National Annual Road Freight Transport of Secondary Raw Materials, Municipal and Other Wastes Loaded in Non-Island Regions by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 241,140 | 2022 | -6.15% | View data | |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 107,040 | 2023 | +0.45% | +2.08% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 32,000 | 2023 | +9.67% | -1.72% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 30,790 | 2022 | -1.6% | +14.99% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 29,800 | 2023 | -1.13% | -3.08% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Sweden | 23,930 | 2023 | +31.53% | -2.98% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 16,610 | 2023 | -13.33% | +3.19% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 12,420 | 2023 | -2.58% | +0.77% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 8,560 | 2023 | -4.64% | +4.7% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 5,820 | 2023 | -9.36% | +3.59% | View data |
