The UK's treatment and disposal of hazardous waste sector is expected to witness steady growth from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the number of enterprises was not explicitly provided, but from 2024 the forecasts display a consistent increase.

Year-on-year, the sector's growth remains stable with a gradual increase in the number of enterprises, and over the five-year period, we observe a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of approximately 3%.

Future trends to watch for:

Emerging technologies and innovations in waste management processes.
Regulatory changes related to environmental protection and waste handling.
Potential consolidation within the industry as larger players look to increase market share.
Increasing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly disposal solutions.