In 2023, road freight transport of secondary raw materials, municipal, and other wastes in non-mountain regions saw Germany leading at 212.29 million metric tons, despite a 4.11% decline from the previous year. Poland followed with a positive trend, increasing by 2.2% to 102.66 million metric tons. Austria experienced the most substantial growth at 20.34%, while the Czech Republic and Lithuania faced declines of over 5%. Ireland, Norway, and Cyprus demonstrated notable increases of 6.45%, 8.01%, and 8.8% respectively, indicating a shift in waste management practices.
Future trends to watch include the impact of EU directives on waste reduction and recycling, which may drive increased transport demands. Technological advancements and policy changes focusing on sustainability and efficiency could further influence the dynamics of road freight transport in this sector.
Top countries in National Annual Road Freight Transport of Secondary Raw Materials, Municipal and Other Wastes Loaded in Non-Mountain Regions by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 212,290 | 2023 | -4.97% | -4.11% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 102,660 | 2023 | +0.78% | +2.2% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 57,670 | 2023 | -0.23% | -0.26% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 32,000 | 2023 | +9.67% | -1.72% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 23,900 | 2023 | +31.92% | -3.04% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 22,510 | 2023 | -1.67% | -5.31% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 16,880 | 2023 | +9.35% | +20.34% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 16,780 | 2023 | +1.35% | +3.28% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 8,560 | 2023 | -4.64% | +4.7% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ireland | 5,460 | 2023 | +9.85% | +6.45% | View data |
