In 2023, Norway led the European rankings for gas oil and diesel oil consumption in domestic navigation, with 25.31 gigawatthours, followed by the UK at 18.98. Notably, Ukraine experienced the largest year-on-year increase of 31.02%, while Latvia saw the most significant decline at -14.12%. Over the past five years, average growth rates varied, with countries like Malta and Moldova noted for significant expansion. Conversely, the Netherlands and Italy experienced declines. These changes reflect shifting energy consumption patterns, geopolitical influences, and technological advancements impacting domestic navigation fuel consumption.
Looking ahead, key trends in European gas and diesel oil consumption for domestic navigation include increasing adoption of energy-efficient technologies and alternative fuels, driven by stricter environmental regulations and decarbonization efforts. This could result in reduced demand for conventional gas oil and diesel oil and alter international fuel market dynamics.
Top countries in Gas Oil and Diesel Oil (Excluding Biofuel Portion) Final Consumption in Domestic Navigation Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Norway | 25.31 | 2023 | +1.78% | +0.7% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 18.98 | 2023 | +0.61% | +0.88% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 10.98 | 2023 | +0.0025% | +0.81% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 7.97 | 2023 | +4.4% | +8.85% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 6.16 | 2023 | +4.57% | +1.19% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 5.45 | 2023 | +0.34% | -3.21% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Italy | 4.56 | 2023 | -2.57% | -5.52% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 3.66 | 2023 | +3.38% | +3.14% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Ukraine | 3.04 | 2023 | +27.67% | +31.02% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ireland | 2.7 | 2023 | +4.06% | +8.79% | View data |
