In 2023, Germany led European countries in road freight transport of secondary raw materials, municipal, and other wastes to rural regions with 45.3 million metric tons, despite a 5.3% decline. Poland followed with 40.6 million, showing a 4.19% increase. Notable growth was seen in Sweden (12.49%) and Latvia (7.49%), whereas Denmark and Slovakia saw significant declines. Over five years, Polish waste transport demonstrated resilience, whereas Germany showed volatility.
Future trends may include increased digitalization and efficient logistics practices to enhance sustainability. Monitoring policy shifts towards circular economy initiatives and their impact on transport dynamics will be crucial for future assessments.
Top countries in National Annual Road Freight Transport of Secondary Raw Materials, Municipal and Other Wastes Unloaded in Predominantly Rural Regions by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 45,300 | 2023 | -5.93% | -5.3% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 40,600 | 2023 | +2.29% | +4.19% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 6,700 | 2023 | +11.73% | -5.05% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 4,310 | 2023 | +0.046% | -2% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Denmark | 3,370 | 2023 | -4.31% | -7.39% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ireland | 2,700 | 2023 | +11.59% | +5.96% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 2,640 | 2023 | +5.34% | +12.49% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 2,390 | 2023 | +12.28% | -5.34% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 1,510 | 2023 | -22.23% | +4.06% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovakia | 1,350 | 2023 | -3.92% | -5.42% | View data |
