In 2023, Poland leads in road freight transport of secondary raw materials and waste in Europe with 103.91 million metric tons, followed by the Netherlands (32.0) and the Czech Republic (29.81). Year-over-year variations indicate higher increases in Slovenia (8.1%) and Hungary (4.69%), while Portugal experienced a significant decline (-6.83%). Over the last five years, steady growth countries have been Hungary and Slovenia, while Slovakia and Portugal show a downward trend.
Future trends to watch are:
- Growing emphasis on sustainable logistics could boost road freight of recycled materials.
- Regulatory changes in waste management could alter transport demand patterns.
- Emerging technologies in transportation might affect efficiency and reduce emissions.
Top countries in National Annual Road Freight Transport of Secondary Raw Materials, Municipal and Other Wastes Unloaded in Non-Island Regions by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 103,910 | 2023 | -2.49% | -0.13% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 32,000 | 2023 | +9.7% | -1.72% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 29,810 | 2023 | -1.13% | -3.08% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 23,960 | 2023 | +31.76% | -2.95% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 16,610 | 2023 | -13.35% | +3.19% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Norway | 12,390 | 2023 | -2.6% | +0.72% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 8,560 | 2023 | -4.66% | +4.69% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 6,760 | 2023 | +5.31% | -6.83% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 4,120 | 2023 | -15.76% | +8.1% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 3,850 | 2023 | -8.57% | -4.02% | View data |
