
Global Waste Management Equipment Market - Industry Dynamics, Size, And Opportunity Forecast To 2030
Report ID: MS-2496 | Manufacturing and Construction | Last updated: Feb, 2025 | Formats*:

Waste Management Equipment Report Highlights
Report Metrics | Details |
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Forecast period | 2019-2030 |
Base Year Of Estimation | 2024 |
Growth Rate | CAGR of 4.7% |
Forecast Value (2030) | USD 26.57 Billion |
By Product Type | Industrial Waste, Municipal Waste, Others |
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Waste Management Equipment Market Trends
The waste management equipment market is currently under a technological revolution triggered by the advent of novel solutions with IoT, AI, and automation. Consequently, many municipalities and waste firms have turned towards smart waste management systems with real-time monitoring, analytics, and automated sorting technologies for waste collection route optimisation, recycling efficiency, and vehicle load management improvement. The critical trends of sustainability alongside recycling efficiency are both attached to emerging trends such as advanced sorting technologies, automated material recovery facilities, and integrated waste management systems. All are injecting a despotism upon companies to build recycling infrastructure so as to comply with environmental regulations, while smart bin systems are inclined towards municipalities to enhance recycling rates. In addition, the circular economy principles under which zero-waste initiatives are developing in the industrial sector will keep up with the demand for advanced waste processing equipment as well as specialised handling equipment.Waste Management Equipment Market Leading Players
The key players profiled in the report are Kirchoff Group (Germany), JCB (U.K.), Sierra International Machinery LLC (U.S.), EnerpatGroup UK Ltd (U.K.), Oshkosh Corporation (U.S.), Dover Corporation (U.S.), Wastequip LLC (U.S.), Waste Connections (U.S.), Morita Holdings Corporation (Japan), Caterpillar Inc (U.S.)Growth Accelerators
Urbanisation and industrialisation have significantly increased waste generation rates, and this has been the market driver for waste management equipment. Increased waste has necessitated efficient and sustainable practices in managing this waste. Indeed, stricter government policies to minimise waste and promote recycling have left local councils and businesses no alternative but to invest in contemporary waste management equipment. Another factor that fosters the demand for advanced waste management solutions is rising environmental awareness and a growing focus on sustainability and circular economy models. The state-of-the-art technologies, such as IoT, AI, and automation, revolutionize the industry by improving the efficiency and accuracy of waste collection, sorting, and recycling. They all come together to create great opportunities for innovation and development in the waste management equipment market.Waste Management Equipment Market Segmentation analysis
The Global Waste Management Equipment is segmented by Type, Application, and Region. By Type, the market is divided into Distributed Industrial Waste, Municipal Waste, Others . The Application segment categorizes the market based on its usage such as Waste Disposal Equipment, Waste Recycling & Sorting Equipment. Geographically, the market is assessed across key Regions like North America (United States, Canada, Mexico), South America (Brazil, Argentina, Chile, Rest of South America), Europe (Germany, France, Italy, United Kingdom, Benelux, Nordics, Rest of Europe), Asia Pacific (China, Japan, India, South Korea, Australia, Southeast Asia, Rest of Asia-Pacific), MEA (Middle East, Africa) and others, each presenting distinct growth opportunities and challenges influenced by the regions.Competitive Landscape
A competitive environment comprising various constituents—a few multinational companies, specialised equipment manufacturers, and, of course, regional suppliers—characterised the waste management equipment market. Major players like Wastequip, Caterpillar, Dover Corporation, and Komptech concentrate on delivering innovative and sustainable solutions related to compactors, shredders, and waste collection vehicles. Their competition is based on product efficiency, technology, and compliance with environmental laws. Startups and mid-sized companies that are providing smart waste management technologies, such as IoT-enabled waste bins, automated sorting systems, etc., are creating even more competition among these companies. The government has also recognised the issues of waste recycling and circular economy practices, which enhance competition by encouraging various manufacturers to develop more affordable and eco-friendly waste management solutions.Challenges In Waste Management Equipment Market
High initial investment and maintenance costs, especially for small and medium-sized enterprises, are factors inhibiting the adoption of waste management equipment. Advanced waste processing technology requires considerable capital investment; thus, affordability is a core concern. Stringent environmental regulations and compliance requirements, which vary from region to region, pose additional challenges to manufacturers and operators in terms of adapting their equipment to different standards. Another key challenge is the lack of efficient waste segregation and collection infrastructure in many regions, causing operational inefficiencies and very low recycling rates. The public perception and acceptance of sustainable waste disposal practices impact the demand for advanced waste management solutions. Moreover, fluctuations in raw material costs and supply-chain interruptions could impact equipment manufacturers' costs and profitability, which is yet another challenge.Risks & Prospects in Waste Management Equipment Market
There remains an opportunity for the waste management equipment market, given rising global consciousness over environmental issues and an increase in regulations. With increasing recycling rates and increasingly complex waste streams, the need for efficient automated systems to help separate materials for reuse means that innovative technologies such as AI-based sorting systems and advanced sensor-based identification systems have a good market potential. Another major opportunity is for the development of the waste-to-energy conversion technologies and equipment. With increasing anxiety over landfill space and the potential for renewable energy generation, the demand for equipment that can provide energy from waste is increasing. The technologies include anaerobic digestion, gasification, and advanced incineration plants, thus causing an increase in demand for specialised equipment and engineering services for this market.Key Target Audience
The waste management equipment market requires a diverse target audience since it has different segments to cater to. One of the main customers is municipal and government agencies responsible for public waste collection, processing, and disposal within a specified jurisdiction. This category includes city councils, sanitation departments, and waste management authorities needing equipment for curbside pickup, recycling programs, and landfill operations. Another big segment of customers is represented by private waste management companies, which contract with municipalities or businesses to manage waste streams.,, Industries producing large amounts of waste could be classified as another segment that should be considered beyond public and commercial waste management services. These companies include, among others, manufacturing facilities, construction companies, and commercial entities like hospitals and hotels that would all be in need of specialised waste handling equipment. Finally, there are, to a lesser extent, individual consumers or homeowners who cater to the market, especially for smaller equipment like recycling bins, composters, and household compactors.Merger and acquisition
Merger and acquisition (M&A) records in the waste and recycling domain are witnessing their highest levels yet, with the likes of WM, Casella, and WCN leading up the pack in 2024. GFL seeks to ramp up acquisitions in 2025. In 2024, private equity buyers targeted the sector but were hesitant to spend money on driving incremental value for existing portfolio holdings. Initial signs in 2025 indicate a partial recovery in private equity activity with the announcement in January 2025 of Apollo Global Management and BC Partners' acquisition of GFL's Environmental Services business at an enterprise value of $4.3 billion. Beyond acquisitions, Wastequip LLC acquired Wastebuilt Environmental Solutions LLC for improving its supply chain network. Sierra International Machinery LLC also expanded the manufacturing facility in Jesup, Georgia, to boost production capacity for waste management equipment. Superior Environmental Solutions acquired American Remediation & Environmental, Inc., and Meridian Waste acquired Foothills Waste Solutions. >Analyst Comment
The waste management equipment market has grown significantly due to the increasing global waste production and growing concern for effective waste management practices. In 2023, the value of the global waste management equipment market is estimated at USD 17.83 billion and is projected to reach USD 26.56 billion by the year 2032. Higher growth correlates with increased urbanisation, industrialisation, and awareness for efficient waste collection and management of industrial, hazardous, and municipal waste. Equipment used in waste disposal such as trucks, compactors, and dumpsters are offered on the market alongside equipment used for recycling and sorting such as screeners and conveyors. To transform the waste management practices, technologies like IoT-enabled systems and automated sorting technologies are being used. The sustainability and recycling efficiency are the strongest arguments for financing research into advanced sorting technologies and integrated waste management systems.- 1.1 Report description
- 1.2 Key market segments
- 1.3 Key benefits to the stakeholders
2: Executive Summary
- 2.1 Waste Management Equipment- Snapshot
- 2.2 Waste Management Equipment- Segment Snapshot
- 2.3 Waste Management Equipment- Competitive Landscape Snapshot
3: Market Overview
- 3.1 Market definition and scope
- 3.2 Key findings
- 3.2.1 Top impacting factors
- 3.2.2 Top investment pockets
- 3.3 Porter’s five forces analysis
- 3.3.1 Low bargaining power of suppliers
- 3.3.2 Low threat of new entrants
- 3.3.3 Low threat of substitutes
- 3.3.4 Low intensity of rivalry
- 3.3.5 Low bargaining power of buyers
- 3.4 Market dynamics
- 3.4.1 Drivers
- 3.4.2 Restraints
- 3.4.3 Opportunities
4: Waste Management Equipment Market by Type
- 4.1 Overview
- 4.1.1 Market size and forecast
- 4.2 Industrial Waste
- 4.2.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 4.2.2 Market size and forecast, by region
- 4.2.3 Market share analysis by country
- 4.3 Municipal Waste
- 4.3.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 4.3.2 Market size and forecast, by region
- 4.3.3 Market share analysis by country
- 4.4 Others
- 4.4.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 4.4.2 Market size and forecast, by region
- 4.4.3 Market share analysis by country
5: Waste Management Equipment Market by Application / by End Use
- 5.1 Overview
- 5.1.1 Market size and forecast
- 5.2 Waste Disposal Equipment
- 5.2.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 5.2.2 Market size and forecast, by region
- 5.2.3 Market share analysis by country
- 5.3 Waste Recycling & Sorting Equipment
- 5.3.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 5.3.2 Market size and forecast, by region
- 5.3.3 Market share analysis by country
6: Waste Management Equipment Market by Waste Type
- 6.1 Overview
- 6.1.1 Market size and forecast
- 6.2 Hazardous
- 6.2.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 6.2.2 Market size and forecast, by region
- 6.2.3 Market share analysis by country
- 6.3 Non-hazardous
- 6.3.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 6.3.2 Market size and forecast, by region
- 6.3.3 Market share analysis by country
7: Waste Management Equipment Market by Region
- 7.1 Overview
- 7.1.1 Market size and forecast By Region
- 7.2 North America
- 7.2.1 Key trends and opportunities
- 7.2.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.2.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.2.4 Market size and forecast, by country
- 7.2.4.1 United States
- 7.2.4.1.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 7.2.4.1.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.2.4.1.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.2.4.2 Canada
- 7.2.4.2.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 7.2.4.2.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.2.4.2.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.2.4.3 Mexico
- 7.2.4.3.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 7.2.4.3.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.2.4.3.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.2.4.1 United States
- 7.3 South America
- 7.3.1 Key trends and opportunities
- 7.3.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.3.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.3.4 Market size and forecast, by country
- 7.3.4.1 Brazil
- 7.3.4.1.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 7.3.4.1.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.3.4.1.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.3.4.2 Argentina
- 7.3.4.2.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 7.3.4.2.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.3.4.2.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.3.4.3 Chile
- 7.3.4.3.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 7.3.4.3.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.3.4.3.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.3.4.4 Rest of South America
- 7.3.4.4.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 7.3.4.4.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.3.4.4.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.3.4.1 Brazil
- 7.4 Europe
- 7.4.1 Key trends and opportunities
- 7.4.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.4.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.4.4 Market size and forecast, by country
- 7.4.4.1 Germany
- 7.4.4.1.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 7.4.4.1.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.4.4.1.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.4.4.2 France
- 7.4.4.2.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 7.4.4.2.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.4.4.2.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.4.4.3 Italy
- 7.4.4.3.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 7.4.4.3.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.4.4.3.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.4.4.4 United Kingdom
- 7.4.4.4.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 7.4.4.4.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.4.4.4.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.4.4.5 Benelux
- 7.4.4.5.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 7.4.4.5.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.4.4.5.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.4.4.6 Nordics
- 7.4.4.6.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 7.4.4.6.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.4.4.6.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.4.4.7 Rest of Europe
- 7.4.4.7.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 7.4.4.7.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.4.4.7.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.4.4.1 Germany
- 7.5 Asia Pacific
- 7.5.1 Key trends and opportunities
- 7.5.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.5.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.5.4 Market size and forecast, by country
- 7.5.4.1 China
- 7.5.4.1.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 7.5.4.1.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.5.4.1.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.5.4.2 Japan
- 7.5.4.2.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 7.5.4.2.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.5.4.2.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.5.4.3 India
- 7.5.4.3.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 7.5.4.3.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.5.4.3.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.5.4.4 South Korea
- 7.5.4.4.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 7.5.4.4.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.5.4.4.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.5.4.5 Australia
- 7.5.4.5.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 7.5.4.5.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.5.4.5.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.5.4.6 Southeast Asia
- 7.5.4.6.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 7.5.4.6.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.5.4.6.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.5.4.7 Rest of Asia-Pacific
- 7.5.4.7.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 7.5.4.7.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.5.4.7.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.5.4.1 China
- 7.6 MEA
- 7.6.1 Key trends and opportunities
- 7.6.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.6.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.6.4 Market size and forecast, by country
- 7.6.4.1 Middle East
- 7.6.4.1.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 7.6.4.1.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.6.4.1.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.6.4.2 Africa
- 7.6.4.2.1 Key market trends, factors driving growth, and opportunities
- 7.6.4.2.2 Market size and forecast, by Type
- 7.6.4.2.3 Market size and forecast, by Application
- 7.6.4.1 Middle East
- 8.1 Overview
- 8.2 Key Winning Strategies
- 8.3 Top 10 Players: Product Mapping
- 8.4 Competitive Analysis Dashboard
- 8.5 Market Competition Heatmap
- 8.6 Leading Player Positions, 2022
9: Company Profiles
- 9.1 Dover Corporation (U.S.)
- 9.1.1 Company Overview
- 9.1.2 Key Executives
- 9.1.3 Company snapshot
- 9.1.4 Active Business Divisions
- 9.1.5 Product portfolio
- 9.1.6 Business performance
- 9.1.7 Major Strategic Initiatives and Developments
- 9.2 Morita Holdings Corporation (Japan)
- 9.2.1 Company Overview
- 9.2.2 Key Executives
- 9.2.3 Company snapshot
- 9.2.4 Active Business Divisions
- 9.2.5 Product portfolio
- 9.2.6 Business performance
- 9.2.7 Major Strategic Initiatives and Developments
- 9.3 Wastequip LLC (U.S.)
- 9.3.1 Company Overview
- 9.3.2 Key Executives
- 9.3.3 Company snapshot
- 9.3.4 Active Business Divisions
- 9.3.5 Product portfolio
- 9.3.6 Business performance
- 9.3.7 Major Strategic Initiatives and Developments
- 9.4 Oshkosh Corporation (U.S.)
- 9.4.1 Company Overview
- 9.4.2 Key Executives
- 9.4.3 Company snapshot
- 9.4.4 Active Business Divisions
- 9.4.5 Product portfolio
- 9.4.6 Business performance
- 9.4.7 Major Strategic Initiatives and Developments
- 9.5 Sierra International Machinery LLC (U.S.)
- 9.5.1 Company Overview
- 9.5.2 Key Executives
- 9.5.3 Company snapshot
- 9.5.4 Active Business Divisions
- 9.5.5 Product portfolio
- 9.5.6 Business performance
- 9.5.7 Major Strategic Initiatives and Developments
- 9.6 JCB (U.K.)
- 9.6.1 Company Overview
- 9.6.2 Key Executives
- 9.6.3 Company snapshot
- 9.6.4 Active Business Divisions
- 9.6.5 Product portfolio
- 9.6.6 Business performance
- 9.6.7 Major Strategic Initiatives and Developments
- 9.7 Kirchoff Group (Germany)
- 9.7.1 Company Overview
- 9.7.2 Key Executives
- 9.7.3 Company snapshot
- 9.7.4 Active Business Divisions
- 9.7.5 Product portfolio
- 9.7.6 Business performance
- 9.7.7 Major Strategic Initiatives and Developments
- 9.8 Waste Connections (U.S.)
- 9.8.1 Company Overview
- 9.8.2 Key Executives
- 9.8.3 Company snapshot
- 9.8.4 Active Business Divisions
- 9.8.5 Product portfolio
- 9.8.6 Business performance
- 9.8.7 Major Strategic Initiatives and Developments
- 9.9 EnerpatGroup UK Ltd (U.K.)
- 9.9.1 Company Overview
- 9.9.2 Key Executives
- 9.9.3 Company snapshot
- 9.9.4 Active Business Divisions
- 9.9.5 Product portfolio
- 9.9.6 Business performance
- 9.9.7 Major Strategic Initiatives and Developments
- 9.10 Caterpillar Inc (U.S.)
- 9.10.1 Company Overview
- 9.10.2 Key Executives
- 9.10.3 Company snapshot
- 9.10.4 Active Business Divisions
- 9.10.5 Product portfolio
- 9.10.6 Business performance
- 9.10.7 Major Strategic Initiatives and Developments
10: Analyst Perspective and Conclusion
- 10.1 Concluding Recommendations and Analysis
- 10.2 Strategies for Market Potential
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