The final consumption of gas oil and diesel oil in the machinery sector in Italy is projected to decline slightly from 2024 to 2028, from 1.22 to 1.13 thousand gigawatthours. In 2023, the consumption stood at 1.23 thousand gigawatthours. The data suggests a continuous downward trend with a year-on-year reduction, marking a -2.7% decrease in 2025, -2.5% in 2026, -1.7% in 2027, and -1.7% again in 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the five-year period is anticipated to be -1.9%.

Future trends to watch for include:

The rise of more stringent environmental regulations pushing the sector towards more efficient fuels or alternative energy solutions.
Technological advancements potentially leading to reduced oil consumption per machinery unit.
Economic factors impacting industrial activity levels and thus influencing fuel demand.