In 2023, Germany led the European Waste Collection, Treatment, and Disposal Activities, followed by France and Italy. While Germany registered a notable increase of 4.05%, France saw a slight decline of 0.51%, indicating varying dynamics within major economies. Spain experienced the strongest growth at 5.15%, and Poland followed closely with a 6.11% increase. Alternatively, Greece and Serbia faced downturns, notably impacted by reduced turnover in waste management sectors. Over the past five years, the Compound Annual Growth Rate showed steady improvements in the overall European market, driven by technological investments and heightened environmental policies.
Future trends to monitor include:
- Increased adoption of circular economy practices promoting reuse and recycling.
- Technological innovations optimizing waste sorting and material recovery processes.
- Regulatory pressures fostering more sustainable waste management practices across the region.
- Potential expansions in Eastern European markets where waste management infrastructures are still developing.
- Emerging partnerships in cross-border waste management and recycling initiatives.
Top countries in Waste Collection, Treatment and Disposal Activities, Materials Recovery Turnover by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Million Euros | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 53,990 | 2023 | +4.49% | +4.05% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 35,010 | 2023 | +1.18% | -0.51% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 26,730 | 2023 | +1.4% | +0.48% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 26,250 | 2023 | +1.24% | +0.79% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 15,180 | 2023 | +4.13% | +5.15% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 8,570 | 2023 | +2.42% | +1.69% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 7,450 | 2023 | +3.88% | +6.11% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Sweden | 5,450 | 2023 | +2.31% | +3.16% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 5,440 | 2023 | +4.61% | +3.44% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Switzerland | 4,990 | 2023 | +4.62% | +2.73% | View data |
