In 2023, Poland dominated the European road freight market in waste and scrap wholesale, with a volume of 59.63 million tonne-kilometers and a notable growth of 5.91%. Following Poland, Spain's volume was 15.55 million tonne-kilometers but witnessed a decline of 6.87%. Norway and Slovakia displayed strong growth with increases of 21.06% and 21.83%, respectively. Croatia experienced a remarkable surge of 109.13%. However, Denmark and Sweden saw declines of 7.59% and 25.42% respectively. Over the last few years, Lithuania also showed significant growth with an increase of 11.84% year-on-year.
Looking ahead, the European road freight sector for waste and scrap is expected to experience shifts as sustainability initiatives and economic shifts impact logistics. Countries with robust recycling and circular economy strategies may see increased volumes in the sector, with Poland continuing to lead. Emerging technologies and innovations in the transport sector are crucial trends that could significantly influence the distribution and rates of waste and scrap transport across Europe.
Top countries in Road Freight Volume of Waste and Scrap Wholesale Sector Share by Country (Million Tonne Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 59.63 | 2023 | +5.86% | +5.91% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 15.55 | 2023 | +1.76% | -6.87% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 4.93 | 2023 | +1.87% | +7.2% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 4.75 | 2023 | -0.94% | +4.07% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 3.44 | 2023 | +82.93% | +3.55% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 2.31 | 2023 | -37.04% | +21.83% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 1.4 | 2023 | -8.82% | -7.59% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Romania | 1.36 | 2023 | -6.25% | +0.68% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Lithuania | 1.27 | 2023 | +33.33% | +11.84% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 0.95 | 2023 | +40% | -25.42% | View data |
