The global import of not agglomerated lignite in 2023 shows substantial variation across countries. China leads significantly with imports valued at billions of USD, experiencing a 3.89% increase from the previous year. Eastern European countries like Slovenia, Slovakia, and Hungary have experienced declines, while Thailand and the Netherlands saw healthy growth in lignite imports. Remarkably, Kuwait demonstrated a massive year-over-year growth of 164.29%, indicating a shift in its energy sourcing strategies. Conversely, Germany and France reported significant declines, highlighting a reduction in demand or shift to alternative resources.
Future trends to watch include the potential continuation of growth in Asian markets such as Thailand and Malaysia, amid increasing energy needs and evolving energy policies. The European market, particularly Germany and France, may continue pursuing alternative energy sources, reducing lignite imports further. Monitoring economic and environmental policies, especially in emerging economies, will be crucial for forecasting lignite import dynamics.
Top countries in Import of Not Agglomerated Lignite by Country
| # | 10 Countries | US Dollars | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 5,970,500,000 | 2023 | +4.55% | +3.89% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Slovenia | 41,042,000 | 2023 | +0.74% | -0.52% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Russia | 37,529,000 | 2023 | +3.54% | +3.63% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovakia | 37,318,000 | 2023 | -0.82% | -1.67% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 32,745,000 | 2023 | +4.2% | +4.28% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Serbia | 27,102,000 | 2023 | +0.56% | +0.44% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 18,843,000 | 2023 | -0.68% | -2.32% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 17,224,000 | 2023 | -5.07% | -2.05% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Switzerland | 9,706,700 | 2023 | +1.7% | -4.2% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Thailand | 9,219,700 | 2023 | +6.24% | +5.28% | View data |
