Garbage Truck Market Report 2026

The garbage truck market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $17.38 billion in 2025 to $18.43 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 6.1%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to urban population growth, expansion of municipal waste services, rising sanitation standards, growth of industrial waste generation, public health regulations.

The garbage truck market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $24.55 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.4%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to smart city initiatives, electrification of municipal fleets, stricter emission regulations, automation in waste collection, growth of recycling programs. Major trends in the forecast period include increasing deployment of automated collection systems, rising adoption of electric and hybrid garbage trucks, growing demand for high capacity waste compaction, expansion of smart fleet monitoring solutions, focus on hygienic and efficient waste handling.

The rising demand for effective waste management is expected to drive the growth of the garbage truck market in the coming years. Waste management involves the collection, handling, disposal, and regulation of waste in a responsible and efficient manner. Garbage trucks play a crucial role by transporting solid waste from homes, businesses, and industrial sites to facilities for proper disposal or treatment. For instance, in 2024, the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), a Kenya-based UN environmental authority, projected that global municipal solid waste generation would rise from 2.1 billion tonnes in 2023 to 3.8 billion tonnes by 2050. Therefore, the growing need for waste management is boosting the garbage truck market.

Key companies in the garbage truck market are dedicated to developing cutting-edge solutions, such as electric trash trucks, to lower carbon emissions, increase fuel efficiency, and promote environmentally friendly waste management practices. A hydrogen fuel cell-powered refuse truck is a waste collection vehicle that relies on hydrogen fuel cells as its main power source. For instance, in May 2024, Hyzon Motors, a U.S.-based hydrogen fuel cell technology firm, and New Way Trucks, a manufacturer of refuse collection vehicles, introduced North America’s first hydrogen fuel cell-powered refuse truck at the Waste Expo in Las Vegas. This innovative vehicle, developed through their partnership, aims to deliver a zero-emission solution for the waste collection industry. It is capable of operating over 125 miles and can perform up to 1,200 cart lifts, showcasing its efficiency for heavy-duty tasks. Recology, a California waste management company, will be the first to implement this technology on its routes. This collaboration underscores both companies' dedication to advancing sustainable waste management solutions and reducing emissions within the sector.

In March 2023, Recycle Track Systems (RTS), a waste and recycling management company based in the United States, completed the acquisition of RecycleSmart Solutions Inc. for an undisclosed sum. This strategic acquisition marks RTS's expansion into the Canadian market, facilitating the provision of a more extensive range of waste management solutions. Notably, RTS gains access to RecycleSmart's innovative Pello waste sensor technology, enhancing its capabilities in delivering traceability and sustainability solutions across North America. RecycleSmart Solutions Inc., headquartered in Canada, specializes in waste recycling solutions encompassing recycling management, organic waste capture, and innovative smart waste diversion strategies.

Major companies operating in the garbage truck market report include Tata Ltd., Mack Trucks Inc., Bucher Municipal, FAUN Zoeller, Dennis Eagle Ltd., McNeilus Companies Inc., Heil Environmental Industries Ltd., Labrie Enviroquip Group, Peterbilt, Curbtender Inc., EZ Pack Refuse Hauling Solutions, Haul-All Equipment Ltd., Bridgeport Manufacturing Inc., Volvo Group, Jesco Industries Inc., Cardinal Carryor, Superior Pak Pty Ltd., New Way Trucks, Papas Waste Equipment International Pty Ltd., Russ Engineering Pty Ltd., Amrep Inc., Meyer Material Handling Products Inc., Warren Truck and Trailer LLC.

North America was the largest region in the garbage truck market in 2025. The regions covered in the garbage truck market report include Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the garbage truck market report include Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The garbage truck market consists of sales of roll-off trucks, grapple trucks, and compact and mini trucks. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

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