In 2024, Germany led Europe in recovered medical device waste with 6.24 thousand metric tons, followed by France at 3.69 and Spain at 1.48. Poland experienced the highest year-on-year growth in 2023 at 19.2%, while Ireland saw an 8.22% decline. Over the last five years, consistent recoveries were noted, with the highest average annual growth rates in Iceland, Lithuania, and Luxembourg. Conversely, Italy and Ireland faced declines, reflecting potential issues in waste recovery processes.
Future trends to watch include potential policy changes aimed at increasing recycling rates, advancements in waste management technologies, and increased collaboration across countries to address disparities in waste recovery efficiency. The ongoing evolution in regulatory frameworks and increased public awareness around sustainability are likely to drive further improvements in medical device waste recovery.
Top countries in Medical Devices Waste Recovered by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 6,240 | 2023 | +2.77% | +0.57% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 3,690 | 2023 | +3.74% | +7.84% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 1,480 | 2023 | +4.46% | +3.97% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 883 | 2023 | +2.91% | +19.2% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Norway | 772 | 2023 | +1.45% | +6% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 502 | 2023 | +3.29% | +3.88% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 447 | 2023 | +3% | +0.68% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Netherlands | 366 | 2023 | +2.81% | +2.85% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 365 | 2023 | +3.11% | +4.49% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Italy | 292 | 2023 | -3.31% | -2.77% | View data |
