In 2023, Poland led the European non-hazardous waste road freight sector with 34.69 million tonne kilometers. Notable year-on-year growth was seen in nations like Greece (30.67%) and Latvia (17.61%), while France (-16.96%) and Luxembourg (-24.21%) experienced declines. Greece’s increase indicates strategic growth or waste management changes. Poland, Sweden, and Austria saw moderate growth, highlighting sector stability, while Spain and Croatia witnessed minor reductions.
Future trends to watch include increased cross-border waste management collaborations and innovations in waste collection technologies that could drive growth, particularly in emerging markets. Environmental policies and technological advancements will significantly impact future volumes.
Top countries in Road Freight Volume of Collection of Non-hazardous Waste Sector Share by Country (Million Tonne Kilometers)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 34.69 | 2023 | +4.79% | +3.47% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 15.65 | 2023 | +44.23% | +6.91% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Sweden | 9.06 | 2023 | +35.46% | -1.4% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 8.28 | 2023 | -4.21% | +9.05% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Austria | 7.12 | 2023 | +3.08% | +2.74% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 5.06 | 2023 | -5.31% | -16.96% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 4.71 | 2023 | +39.16% | +4.86% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 4.26 | 2023 | -3.23% | -1.28% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Romania | 1.87 | 2023 | +83.72% | -2.57% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 1.8 | 2023 | -5.88% | +30.67% | View data |
