Industry Statistics and Rankings
How does this industry perform in Belgium compared to Europe?
Country Benchmarking
Industry Data Belgium
Ranking are out of 37 European countries for which IBISWorld provides country-level factsheets.
Revenue
#5 In EuropeBusiness
#13 In EuropeEmployees
#26 In EuropeWages
#18 In EuropeGiven the essential nature of hazardous waste collection, there’s a fairly consistent demand from companies in downstream markets like construction and manufacturing. Large companies in these industries require industry services to remove hazardous waste like asbestos, chemicals, solvents, oils and electrical equipment. Hazardous waste collection services revenue is expected to fall at a compound annual rate of 0.2% over the five years through 2024 to €4.5 billion, including an estimated decline of 1.8% in 2024.
Enterprises
Number of businesses in 2024
Biggest companies in the Hazardous Waste Collection in Belgium
| Company | Market Share (%)
2024 | Revenue (€m)
2024 | Profit (€m)
2024 | Profit Margin (%)
2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Umicore NV | 4,069.4 | 687.5 | 16.9 | |
Biffa plc | 1,522.1 | 15.3 | 1.0 | |
Remondis | 515.2 | 4.0 | 0.8 |
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Top Questions Answered in this Report
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What is the market size of the Hazardous Waste Collection industry in Belgium in 2024?
The market size of the Hazardous Waste Collection industry in Belgium is €408.8m in 2024.
How many businesses are there in the Hazardous Waste Collection in Belgium industry in 2024?
There are 56 businesses in the Hazardous Waste Collection industry in Belgium, which has grown at a CAGR of 26.9 % between 2019 and 2024.
Has the Hazardous Waste Collection industry in Belgium grown or declined over the past 5 years?
The market size of the Hazardous Waste Collection industry in Belgium has been growing at a CAGR of 2.6 % between 2019 and 2024.
What is the forecast growth of the Hazardous Waste Collection industry in Belgium over the next 5 years?
Over the next five years, the Hazardous Waste Collection industry in Belgium is expected to grow.
What are the biggest companies in the Hazardous Waste Collection market in Belgium?
The biggest companies operating in the Hazardous Waste Collection market in Belgium are Umicore NV, Biffa plc and Remondis
What does the Hazardous Waste Collection in Belgium include?
Medical waste and Contaminated soil are part of the Hazardous Waste Collection industry.
Which companies have the highest market share in the Hazardous Waste Collection in Belgium?
The company holding the most market share in Belgium is Umicore NV.
How competitive is the Hazardous Waste Collection industry in Belgium?
The level of competition is low and steady in the Hazardous Waste Collection industry in Belgium.
Related Industries
This industry is covered in 37 countries
Domestic industries
Competitors
Complementors
- Electrical Equipment Repair in Belgium
- Water Utilities in Belgium
- Waste, Scrap & Other Product Wholesaling n.e.c. in Belgium
Table of Contents
About this industry
Industry definition
The industry involves the collection of solid and non-solid hazardous waste. Hazardous waste includes substances that are explosive, oxidising, flammable, toxic, irritant, carcinogenic, corrosive, infectious or harmful to human health and the environment.
Related Terms
HAZARDOUS WASTE TREATMENT FACILITY ASBESTOSWhat's included in this industry?
Medical wasteContaminated soilChemical and oilsElectrical equipmentAsbestosCompanies
Umicore NVBiffa plcRemondisIndustry Code
3812 - Collection of hazardous waste in Belgium
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Performance
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
- Employees
- Business
- Profit
Analysis
What's driving current industry performance in the Hazardous Waste Collection in Belgium industry?
Outlook
Analysis
What's driving the Hazardous Waste Collection in Belgium industry outlook?
Volatility
Analysis
What influences volatility in the Hazardous Waste Collection in Belgium industry?
Charts
- Industry Volatility vs. Revenue Growth Matrix
Life Cycle
Analysis
What determines the industry life cycle stage in the Hazardous Waste Collection in Belgium industry?
Charts
- Industry Life Cycle Matrix
Products and Markets
Highlights
Trends
- Largest Market
- Product Innovation
Key Takeaways
Demand from healthcare picked up during the COVID-19 outbreak. During the COVID-19 outbreak, infectious waste like PPE masks and needles skyrocketed, lifting demand for hazardous waste collection services.
Products and Services
Charts
- Products and Services Segmentation
Analysis
How are the Hazardous Waste Collection in Belgium industry's products and services performing?
Analysis
What are innovations in the Hazardous Waste Collection in Belgium industry's products and services?
Major Markets
Charts
- Major Market Segmentation
Analysis
What influences demand in the Hazardous Waste Collection in Belgium industry?
International Trade
Highlights
- Total Imports into Belgium
- Total Exports into Belgium
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)
Competitive Forces
Highlights
Trends
- Concentration
- Competition
- Barriers to Entry
- Substitutes
- Buyer Power
- Supplier Power
Key Takeaways
Concentration is low in the Hazardous Waste Collection industry. Due to the high costs associated with the transportation of hazardous materials, many players operate locally.
Supply Chain
Charts
Buyer and supply industries
Geographic Breakdown
Business Locations
Heat maps
- Share of Total Industry Establishments by Region (2024)
Data Tables
- Number of Establishments by Region (2024)
Charts
- Share of Establishments vs. Population of Each Region
Analysis
What regions are businesses in the Hazardous Waste Collection in Belgium located?
Companies
Data Tables
Top 3 companies by market share:
- Market share (2024)
- Revenue (2024)
- Profit (2024)
- Profit margin (2024)
External Environment
Highlights
Trends
- Regulation & Policy
- Assistance
Key Takeaways
Regulation is fierce in the Hazardous Waste Collection industry. Hazardous waste collectors must acquire necessary licenses from local environmental authorities, making sure collection is carried out safely.
External Drivers
Analysis
What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Hazardous Waste Collection in Belgium industry?
Financial Benchmarks
Highlights
Trends
- Profit Margin
- Average Wage
- Largest Cost
Key Takeaways
An increased emphasis on sustainability supports profitability. An increasing number of businesses are becoming more aware of their impact on the environment, supporting demand for hazardous collection services.
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 Hazardous Waste Collection in Belgium 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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