In 2023, Sweden leads the European Liquefied Petroleum Gases final consumption in the Iron and Steel sectors, despite a slight decrease. Italy increased significantly by 18.43%, marking a robust growth in its sectoral LPG consumption. Meanwhile, Finland saw a substantial decrease of 40.62%. Notable increases were also observed in Romania and Bosnia and Herzegovina, with 21.29% and 15.41% growth, respectively. Spain and Germany reported declines of 9.87% and 19.17%. Overall, variability in LPG consumption across European countries showcases differing dynamics in their iron and steel sectors.
Future trends to watch include potential technological advancements in LPG efficiency and varying energy policies across Europe. Countries with increasing consumption might witness infrastructural developments, while those with declines may look towards alternative energy sources or improved energy efficiency standards to bolster industry competitiveness.
Top countries in Liquefied Petroleum Gases Final Consumption in Iron and Steel Sectors Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Sweden | 67.95 | 2023 | +3.4% | -1.3% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 12.79 | 2023 | +0.21% | +18.43% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ukraine | 10.63 | 2023 | +27.57% | View data | |
| 4 | 4 France | 4.58 | 2023 | +5.64% | +7.52% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 3.9 | 2023 | +1.44% | +2.44% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 3.08 | 2023 | -7.75% | -9.87% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Finland | 2.99 | 2023 | +3.76% | -40.62% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 1.45 | 2023 | +1.25% | +1.12% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Slovenia | 0.73 | 2023 | +9.76% | +4.87% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 0.53 | 2023 | +5.41% | -0.68% | View data |
