Industry Statistics and Trends
Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Europe key trends
Waste production falls during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Although household waste picked up during the COVID-19 outbreak, total waste production plummeted due to downstream sectors being brought to a halt amid lockdown restrictions.
Governments are expressing more concern about sustainability.
Funding aimed towards waste treatment like the EU's Recovery and Resilience Facility, will support demand in the coming years.
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Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Europe
Industry Revenue
Total value and annual change from 2011-2029. Includes 5-year outlook.
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Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Europe market size (2019-2024)
Industry revenue has declined at a CAGR of 2.4 % over the past five years, to reach an estimated €48.4bn in 2024.
Trends and Insights
A struggling construction sector in Austria hits demand
- Demand for waste treatment and disposal services is heavily contingent on activity in downstream construction and industrial markets.
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Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Europe outlook (2024-2029)
Market size is projected to grow over the next five years.
Solid economic growth in Ireland will drive demand from downstream markets
- Following muted economic growth in recent years due to a rising base rate environment and spiralling inflation, conditions are set to improve in the short term as inflationary pressures subside and central banks begin cutting interest rates. This will lower borrowing costs and lift construction activity, supporting demand for waste treatment and disposal services.
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Revenue
€48.4bn
Employees
252k
Wages
€X.Xbn
European Leaders & Laggards
* CAGR values are for the years 2019-2024.
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Biggest companies in the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Europe
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Veolia Environnement SA | 44,321.4 | 2,603.4 | 5.9 | |
Remondis SE & Co KG | 11,733.7 | 366.2 | 3.1 | |
Stena Metall AB | 44,115.3 | 2,693.5 | 6.1 |
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Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Europe
Products & Services Segmentation
Industry revenue broken down by key product and services lines.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal industry in Europe in 2024?
The market size of the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal industry in Europe is €48.4bn in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Europe industry in 2024?
There are 9,085 businesses in the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal industry in Europe, which has grown at a CAGR of 0.2 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal industry in Europe grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal industry in Europe has been declining at a CAGR of 0.2 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal industry in Europe over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal industry in Europe is expected to decline.
What are the biggest companies in the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal market in Europe?
The biggest companies operating in the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal market in Europe are Veolia Environnement SA, Remondis SE & Co KG and Stena Metall AB
What does the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Europe include?
Waste treatment and Waste disposal are part of the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Europe?
The company holding the most market share in Europe is Veolia Environnement SA.
Which countries have the most businesses in the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal industry in Europe?
The European country with the most businesses in the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal industry is Germany.
How competitive is the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal industry in Europe?
The level of competition is moderate and increasing in the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal industry in Europe.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Luxembourg
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Russia
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Slovakia
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Turkey
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Ireland
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Estonia
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Iceland
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Europe
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Greece
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Romania
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Norway
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Poland
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Finland
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Croatia
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Slovenia
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Bulgaria
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Austria
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in France
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Lithuania
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in the Netherlands
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Hungary
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Denmark
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Germany
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Malta
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Bosnia & Herzegovina
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Spain
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Portugal
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Serbia
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Belgium
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Italy
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Czechia
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Sweden
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Cyprus
- Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Latvia
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
Non-hazardous waste treatment and disposal service providers operate landfill sites, dispose of non-hazardous waste in combustion and incineration plants and treat organic waste. The industry also includes plants that generate renewable energy. Landfill gas producers, decontamination services and facilities treating mixed materials or recyclables are not covered in this industry.
Related Terms
RECYCLINGLANDFILLENERGY RECOVERY FACILITYWhat's included in this industry?
Waste treatmentWaste disposalEnergy generationCompanies
Veolia Environnement SARemondis SE & Co KGStena Metall ABIndustry Code
3821 - Treatment and disposal of non-hazardous waste in Europe
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Performance
Key Takeaways
A struggling construction sector in Austria hits demand
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Revenue Highlights
Trends
- Revenue
- 2024 Revenue CAGR
- Revenue Volatility
Employment Highlights
Trends
- Employees
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Employee
Business Highlights
Trends
- Businesses
- Employees per Business
- Revenue per Business
Profit Highlights
Trends
- Total Profit
- Profit Margin
- Profit per Business
Current Performance
Charts
- Revenue in the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Employees in the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Business in the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
- Profit in the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Europe industry (2011 -2029)
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Europe industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Europe industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Europe industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Europe industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Europe industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Europe industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Largest Importer
- Smallest Importer
- Total Imports into Europe
- Largest Exporter
- Smallest Exporter
- Total Exports into Europe
Heat maps
- Industry Concentration of Imports by Country
- Industry Concentration of Exports by Country
Data Tables
Value and annual change (%) included
- Number of Imports and Exports by European Country (2024)
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Revenue by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Enterprises by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Employment by Region (2024)
- Share of Total Industry Wages by Region (2024)
Industry Geographic Breakdown
Data Tables
Values and annual change provided for 37 European countries:
- Revenue (2024)
- IVA (2024)
- Enterprises (2024)
- Employment (2024)
- Exports (2024)
- Imports (2024)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Concentration is low in the industry. Although consolidation activity is common among the larger players, low barriers to entry result in many smaller waste management companies joining the industry.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Companies
Market Share
Charts
- Industry Market Share by Company (2019-2024)
Companies
Data Tables
Top 10 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit Margin (2024)
Data Tables
- Countries of operation for Veolia Environnement SA
- Countries of operation for Remondis SE & Co KG
- Countries of operation for Stena Metall AB
- Countries of operation for Suez SA
- Countries of operation for Hera SpA
- Countries of operation for Serveis Medi Ambient SA
- Countries of operation for ALBA Group plc & Co KG
- Countries of operation for Berliner Stadtreinigungsbetriebe
- Countries of operation for Biffa plc
- Countries of operation for Viridor Ltd
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Regulation is light in the industry. Waste managers are required to obtain licenses before they’re allowed to begin treatment and disposal activities.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Europe industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
Cost Structure
Charts
- Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
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Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
- Marketing
- Depreciation
- Profit
- Purchases
- Wages
- Rent
- Utilities
- Other
Analysis
What trends impact cost in the Non-Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in Europe industry?
Key Ratios
Data tables
- IVA/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Imports/Demand (2014-2029)
- Exports/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Revenue per Employee (2014-2029)
- Wages/Revenue (2014-2029)
- Employees per Establishment (2014-2029)
- Average Wage (2014-2029)
Country Benchmarks
European Leaders & Laggards
Data Tables
Top and boottom five countries listed for each:
- Revenue Growth (2024)
- Business Growth (2024)
- Job Growth (2024)
European Country Performance
Data Tables
Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:
- IVA/Revenue (2024)
- Imports/Demand (2024)
- Exports/Revenue (2024)
- Revenue per Employee (2024)
- Wages/Revenue (2024)
- Employees per Establishment (2024)
- Average Wage (2024)
Structural Comparison
Data Tables
Trends in 37 countries benchmarked against trends in Europe
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
- Volatility
- Capital Intensity
- Innovation
- Life Cycle
Key Statistics
Industry Data
Data Tables
Including values and annual change:
- Revenue (2014-2029)
- IVA (2014-2029)
- Establishments (2014-2029)
- Enterprises (2014-2029)
- Employment (2014-2029)
- Exports (2014-2029)
- Imports (2014-2029)
- Wages (2014-2029)
Methodology
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