The 2023 data shows a significant variance in European imports of coking coal, with Ukraine leading at 11.99 million metric tons and Moldova importing the least. Over the past year, imports increased for Ukraine and Czech Republic, while most countries like Germany, Netherlands, and Poland witnessed declines. Italy, Spain, and the UK saw major drops, indicating industry contraction or shifts to alternative energy sources. Over a five-year period, the CAGR would reflect these volatile changes with some regions moving towards more sustainable practices.
Future trends to monitor include the impact of energy transition policies in Europe, the potential stabilization or reduction of imports as focus shifts to renewable resources, and geopolitical influences affecting supply and demand consistency.
Top countries in Imports of Coking Coal by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Ukraine | 11,990 | 2023 | +2.54% | +0.25% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 11,790 | 2023 | +1.86% | -0.95% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 3,940 | 2023 | +0.5% | -1.21% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 3,010 | 2023 | +5.83% | -1.98% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 3,010 | 2023 | +0.23% | +4.53% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 2,390 | 2023 | +1.06% | -2.38% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 1,700 | 2023 | +0.32% | -0.77% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 1,650 | 2023 | -15.84% | -6.11% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Belgium | 1,420 | 2023 | -20.82% | -3.29% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Sweden | 1,350 | 2023 | +6% | -0.71% | View data |
