In 2023, Germany, Italy, and France led the European imports of natural gas, maintaining their dominant positions. Notable year-on-year increases were observed in Portugal, Denmark, and particularly Norway, with Norway exhibiting an exceptional growth of 99.24%. Ireland and Macedonia also showed double-digit increases, whereas Ukraine faced a significant decline of 27.17%. Over the past five years, fluctuations were modest, indicating relatively stable import patterns among bigger economies like Germany, Italy, and France, with Poland and Hungary showing above-average growth.
Future trends will likely focus on the impact of geopolitical tensions on gas supply chains, the transition towards green energy, and technology advancements in renewable alternatives. Monitoring regulatory changes and integration of LNG could significantly reshape import dynamics. Additionally, smaller countries might experience shifts due to energy policy adjustments promoting alternative energy sources.
Top countries in Imports of Natural Gas Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 20.71 | 2023 | +2.61% | +3.08% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 15.54 | 2023 | +1.58% | +2.07% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 12.3 | 2023 | +4.57% | +3.13% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 10.95 | 2023 | +1.67% | +1.64% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 8.59 | 2023 | +5.19% | +2.36% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 6.29 | 2023 | +1.67% | +2.15% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 4.68 | 2023 | +2.19% | +2.64% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 4.09 | 2023 | +2.98% | +4.4% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 2.38 | 2023 | +9.63% | +7.89% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 1.97 | 2023 | +7.98% | +3.41% | View data |
