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Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in France - Market Size, Industry Analysis, Trends and Forecasts (2025-2029)

Revenue

€1.1bn

2025

€1.1bn

Past 5-Year Growth

Profit

€XXX.Xm

Employees

4,033

Businesses

74

Wages

€XXX.Xm

Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in France industry analysis

France's Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal industry has been navigating an evolving landscape marked by increased regulatory scrutiny and technological advancements. Over recent years, the sector has demonstrated resilience, driven by heightened environmental awareness and stringent EU regulations pushing for sustainable waste management practices. Revenue is expected to grow at a compound annual rate of 3.3% over the five years through 2025 to €1.1 billion, including estimated growth of 4.2% in 2025.

Trends and Insights

  • The COVID-19 outbreak hits demand. During the COVID-19 outbreak, construction and manufacturing activity was brought to a temporary halt, hitting waste production and weighing on demand.
  • Demand for electronic waste treatment and disposal picks up. The rapid digitisation of economies after Europe since the COVID-19 outbreak drastically ramped up electronic waste volumes.
  • Many waste management companies operate locally. High transportation costs means there’s little incentive for waste companies to operate outside of their local area, restricting market concentration.
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Top Questions Answered in this Report

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What is the market size of the Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal industry in France in 2025?

The market size of the Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal industry in France is €1.1bn in 2025.

How many businesses are there in the Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in France industry in 2025?

There are 74 businesses in the Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal industry in France, which has declined at a CAGR of 0.0 % between 2020 and 2025.

Has the Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal industry in France grown or declined over the past 5 years?

The market size of the Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal industry in France has been growing at a CAGR of 3.3 % between 2020 and 2025.

What is the forecast growth of the Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal industry in France over the next 5 years?

Over the next five years, the Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal industry in France is expected to grow.

What are the biggest companies in the Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal market in France?

The biggest companies operating in the Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal market in France are Suez SA, Derichebourg SA and Fomento de Construcciones y Contratas SA

What does the Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in France include?

Electronic waste and Electronic waste are part of the Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal industry.

Which companies have the highest market share in the Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in France?

The company holding the most market share in France is Suez SA.

How competitive is the Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal industry in France?

The level of competition is low and steady in the Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal industry in France.

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Table of Contents

External Environment

Highlights

Trends
  • Regulation & Policy
  • Assistance

Key Takeaways

Hazardous waste management companies must be licensed. Given the high degree of danger in handling hazardous waste, treatment and disposal companies must acquire licences from local environmental authorities.

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External Drivers

Analysis

What demographic and macroeconomic factors impact the Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in France industry?

Financial Benchmarks

Highlights

Trends
  • Profit Margin
  • Average Wage
  • Largest Cost

Key Takeaways

High fuel prices push up costs. Fuel prices have been volatile in recent years, climbing due to geopolitical tensions in Ukraine and supply chain disruptions, driving up purchase expenses.

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Cost Structure

Charts
  • Share of Economy vs. Investment Matrix
  • Industry Cost Structure Benchmarks:
    • Marketing
    • Depreciation
    • Profit
    • Purchases
    • Wages
    • Rent
    • Utilities
    • Other
Analysis

What trends impact cost in the Hazardous Waste Treatment & Disposal in France industry?


Key Ratios

Data tables
  • IVA/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Imports/Demand (2015-2030)
  • Exports/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Revenue per Employee (2015-2030)
  • Wages/Revenue (2015-2030)
  • Employees per Establishment (2015-2030)
  • Average Wage (2015-2030)

Country Benchmarks

European Leaders & Laggards

Data Tables

Top and bottom five countries listed for each:

  • Revenue Growth (2025)
  • Business Growth (2025)
  • Job Growth (2025)

European Country Performance

Data Tables

Rankings available for 37 countries. Statistics ranked include:

  • IVA/Revenue (2025)
  • Imports/Demand (2025)
  • Exports/Revenue (2025)
  • Revenue per Employee (2025)
  • Wages/Revenue (2025)
  • Employees per Establishment (2025)
  • Average Wage (2025)

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 (2015-2030)
  • IVA (2015-2030)
  • Establishments (2015-2030)
  • Enterprises (2015-2030)
  • Employment (2015-2030)
  • Exports (2015-2030)
  • Imports (2015-2030)
  • Wages (2015-2030)

Methodology

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