From 2013 to 2018, the import volume of natural graphite into Poland experienced significant fluctuations. Notably, a dramatic spike occurred from 2016 to 2018, culminating in a peak in 2018. However, the import volume sharply declined in 2019, followed by a period of recovery that saw gradual increases through to 2023. As of 2023, the import volume stood at 421.48 thousand kilograms.
Key year-on-year variations highlight this trend:
- 2017-2018 saw a moderate increase of 6.54%
- 2018-2019 witnessed a sharp decline of 71.21%
- 2020-2021 marked a 23.27% increase
- 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 observed marginal increases of 2.21% and 2.12%, respectively
The five-year compound annual growth rate (CAGR) leading up to 2023 indicates a declining trend with a rate of -11.05%. Looking ahead, the forecast for 2024 to 2028 projects a modest CAGR of 1.57%, suggesting a stabilized yet cautious growth trajectory with a total predicted growth rate of 8.1% by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include potential changes in global supply chains, technological advancements in graphite applications, and Poland's adjustments to environmental policies which could significantly influence import needs and volumes.
