In 2023, Mexico led global imports of natural gas in a gaseous state, significantly surpassing other countries by volume. It saw a 6.05% year-on-year increase. Other notable importers include Germany, with a subtle 0.91% increase, and the United Kingdom, growing by 4.1%. Conversely, the U.S. experienced a sharp decline of 17.87%. Chile and Samoa recorded substantial rises, with 26.92% and 55.92% increases, respectively, whereas Japan and Malaysia observed declines, with Japan dropping by 19.88%.
Future trends to watch:
- Expect continued growth in Mexico's import due to increasing industrial demand.
- Asia's import dynamics could shift, with countries like Japan reducing imports, posing opportunities for emerging markets.
- Prominent year-on-year variations suggest market volatility; strategic shifts in global supply chains may influence future imports significantly.
Top countries in Import of Natural Gas In Gaseous State Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Mexico | 87.13 | 2023 | +5.98% | +6.05% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 0.14 | 2023 | +1.45% | +0.91% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 0.055 | 2023 | -0.34% | -0.28% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 0.049 | 2023 | +3.26% | +4.1% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 0.04 | 2023 | +0.83% | +0.73% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 0.039 | 2023 | -0.22% | -1.02% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Kazakhstan | 0.022 | 2023 | +5.14% | +1.12% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belarus | 0.018 | 2023 | +0.0036% | -0.45% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 0.017 | 2023 | +1.38% | +2.12% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 0.013 | 2023 | +1.36% | +2% | View data |
