European coking coal consumption is led by Poland, which captured the highest share at 23.4 Terajoules in 2023, showing a marginal increase. Meanwhile, Germany and Ukraine, despite having substantial shares, experienced significant drops of 7.91% and 8.4%, respectively. Other notable contractions were seen in the UK and Spain, plunging by 10.28% and 13.34%. On a more stable ground, Austria and Bosnia and Herzegovina saw slight increases, indicating a building trend or resilience in their sectors, but overall, the downward trajectory signifies shifts toward energy transition and possibly reduced coking coal demand.
Future trends to watch in this sector include ongoing decarbonization efforts, technological advancements in steel production that might reduce coal reliance, and the influence of regional policies focused on renewable energy sources. These factors could dramatically reshape the landscape of coking coal consumption in Europe.
Top countries in Coking Coal Gross Inland Consumption Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 23.4 | 2023 | +0.54% | +0.14% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 18.05 | 2023 | -6.97% | -7.91% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ukraine | 17.8 | 2023 | -8.91% | -8.4% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 7.45 | 2023 | +3.27% | -1.76% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 7.25 | 2023 | +0.37% | -0.89% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 5.68 | 2023 | -1.8% | -2.21% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 4.09 | 2023 | +1.83% | -3.81% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 3.74 | 2023 | -0.34% | -3.23% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 3.27 | 2023 | -13.66% | -10.28% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 3.17 | 2023 | +0.1% | +0.069% | View data |
