In the forecast period from 2024 to 2028, anthracite imports to Italy are projected to increase steadily. In 2023, the import volume stood at approximately 4.3 thousand Terajoules. Compared to 2023, the imports are expected to grow significantly with the following year-on-year increases: 2024 (+16.7%), 2025 (+14.3%), 2026 (+12.4%), 2027 (+11%), and 2028 (+9.6%). Over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) is forecasted to be approximately 13%.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Shifts in energy policies impacting fossil fuel imports.
- Advancements in renewable energy sources potentially reducing reliance on anthracite.
- Economic factors influencing industrial demand for anthracite in Italy.
- Global market dynamics, such as changes in major supplier countries.
