In 2023, Ukraine led European imports of coking coal with a share of 25.2%, closely followed by Germany at 24.78%. Over the past year, imports have seen varied changes: Ukraine's imports increased by 0.25%, whereas Germany's dropped by 0.95%. Notable changes include the Czech Republic, with a significant 4.53% increase, contrasting with substantial declines in the United Kingdom (-17.51%) and Hungary (-11.62%). The long-term trend indicates fluctuating imports, with certain countries like Italy and Spain seeing consistent reductions.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts driven by evolving energy policies, geopolitical dynamics, and advancements in alternative energy sources. Monitoring the policy changes in major importing countries will be essential to understanding the future demand in the European coking coal market.
Top countries in Imports of Coking Coal Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ukraine | 25.2 | 2023 | +2.54% | +0.25% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 24.78 | 2023 | +1.86% | -0.95% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 8.27 | 2023 | +0.5% | -1.21% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 6.33 | 2023 | +5.83% | -1.98% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 6.32 | 2023 | +0.23% | +4.53% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 5.03 | 2023 | +1.06% | -2.38% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 3.58 | 2023 | +0.32% | -0.77% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 3.48 | 2023 | -15.84% | -6.11% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 2.99 | 2023 | -20.82% | -3.29% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 2.83 | 2023 | +6% | -0.71% | View data |
