The primary consumers of anthracite in the iron and steel sectors within Europe in 2023 were Ukraine and Germany, together comprising a significant portion of the market. Ukraine led with a 48.04 Thousand Tonnes of Oil Equivalent, witnessing a 7.31% increase year-on-year. Germany followed with a value of 33.06, showing a 4.33% rise. Notably, France had an impressive 66.28% surge, albeit from a lower base compared to the leaders. In contrast, Croatia and Luxembourg experienced noteworthy declines in consumption, at -10.36% and -3.88%, respectively.
Future market dynamics will likely be influenced by energy transitions towards more sustainable sources, potentially diminishing demand for anthracite. Policy shifts for carbon neutrality goals across Europe could see further reductions in its use. Additionally, geopolitical factors and energy prices will play pivotal roles in shaping consumption patterns in the upcoming years.
Top countries in Anthracite 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 Ukraine | 48.04 | 2023 | +2.01% | +7.31% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 33.06 | 2023 | +8.13% | +4.33% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 4.8 | 2023 | +2.79% | +18.38% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Romania | 4.64 | 2023 | +6.19% | +1.95% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 2.57 | 2023 | +6.12% | +1.84% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 1.99 | 2023 | +6.44% | -2.71% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 1.84 | 2023 | +8.63% | -3.4% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Serbia | 0.92 | 2023 | +4% | +1.13% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 0.62 | 2023 | +9.21% | +66.28% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Belgium | 0.45 | 2023 | +3.27% | -3.67% | View data |
