The bitumen closing stock in Poland is forecasted to decrease over the coming years, starting from 7.62 thousand metric tons in 2024 and declining to 6.69 thousand metric tons by 2028. Compared to the actual value in 2023, which stood at 7.85 thousand metric tons, this represents a consistent year-on-year decrease. Specifically, the year-on-year variation shows a decrease of 3% from 2024 to 2025, a 3.2% decrease from 2025 to 2026, a 3.2% decrease from 2026 to 2027, and a 3.3% decrease from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over this forecast period is approximately -3.1%.
Future trends to watch for include shifts in construction demand, advancements in road construction technology, and changes in environmental regulations which could affect the consumption and production of bitumen. Additionally, economic factors such as the prices of crude oil and global market dynamics may further influence the bitumen stock levels in Poland.
