In 2023, Serbia held the largest share of European lignite imports, standing at 15.82 thousand metric tons with a 3.87% year-on-year growth. Macedonia saw a significant increase of 71.21%, while countries like Slovakia and Poland experienced declines of 17.07% and 14.62%, respectively. Germany and the Netherlands showed positive trends, with Germany increasing by 16.26% and the Netherlands by 20.34%. In contrast, countries such as Hungary, Belgium, and the Czech Republic experienced reductions in lignite import volumes. Smaller markets like Latvia had noteworthy growth of 103.03% from previous levels, demonstrating a dynamic shift across the region.
Future trends to watch include potential increases in lignite demand in Germany and the Netherlands, while sustainability and energy transition policies might lead to further reductions in other countries. Monitoring these dynamics will be crucial for stakeholders planning for energy strategy and import dependency in the European market.
Top countries in Lignite Imports Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Serbia | 15.82 | 2023 | +1.73% | +3.87% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Slovenia | 12.41 | 2023 | +5.89% | -0.85% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Macedonia | 11.51 | 2023 | +7.09% | +71.21% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 10.97 | 2023 | +3.7% | -3.95% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Slovakia | 8.31 | 2023 | -0.47% | -17.07% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 6.6 | 2023 | +4.66% | -0.96% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 5.73 | 2023 | -3.8% | -7.16% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Germany | 5.73 | 2023 | -10.16% | +16.26% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 5.4 | 2023 | -1.76% | -10.02% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 5.33 | 2023 | -18.52% | -14.62% | View data |
