The European road freight volume for treatment and disposal of hazardous waste sees Poland leading with a significant share of 26.21 million vehicle-kilometers in 2024, followed by France and Spain. Most other countries like Austria, Czech Republic, Slovakia, and Portugal have maintained stable volumes, hovering around 6.55 million vehicle-kilometers. Year-on-year comparison shows noteworthy growth in Poland, while Spain and Portugal experienced declines. Notably, Romania showed a complete decline in this sector.
Future trends to watch:
- Potential growth in Eastern European countries driven by infrastructure developments.
- The impact of EU regulatory changes on hazardous waste treatment protocols.
- Technological advancements in waste disposal methods leading to optimized freight solutions.
Top countries in Road Freight Volume of Treatment and Disposal of Hazardous Waste Sector Share by Country (Million Vehicle-Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 26.21 | 2023 | 0% | +5.92% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 22.93 | 2023 | +40% | 0% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 19.66 | 2023 | +20% | -5.59% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 6.55 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 6.55 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 6.55 | 2023 | +100% | 0% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Portugal | 6.55 | 2023 | +100% | -7.79% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 3.28 | 2023 | View data | ||
| 9 | 9 Norway | 3.28 | 2022 | View data | ||
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 3.28 | 2023 | 0% | 0% | View data |
