In 2023, France led European LPG imports with 12.78 units, a slight increase of 0.89% from the previous year. The Netherlands saw a decline of 3.91%, against countries like Poland and Italy that slightly increased their shares. Notably, Ukraine and Germany experienced substantial boosts in their LPG imports, with growth rates of 9% and 6.17%, respectively. Conversely, Latvia and Norway saw significant reductions. Over the past five years, the overall Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) suggests moderate but regionally varied growth in LPG imports across Europe.
Looking forward, trends to watch include the potential rise in LPG imports in countries with significant industrial growth or energy diversification policies, such as Ukraine. Additionally, policy changes in response to environmental concerns may impact LPG imports across Europe, potentially affecting the shares of leading importers like France and the Netherlands. Continued market analysis is crucial to adapting to shifting geopolitical landscapes and their influence on energy resources.
Top countries in Liquefied Petroleum Gases Imports Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 12.78 | 2023 | +1.12% | +0.89% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 12.35 | 2023 | +0.9% | -3.91% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 10.42 | 2023 | +5.49% | +1.12% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 9.56 | 2023 | +4.35% | +1.7% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 9.55 | 2023 | +3.23% | +2.94% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Ukraine | 7.87 | 2023 | +9.02% | +9% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Germany | 5.31 | 2023 | +0.99% | +6.17% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 5.23 | 2023 | +5.84% | -0.83% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 4.73 | 2023 | +1.33% | +1.67% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 3.86 | 2023 | +2.42% | -0.57% | View data |
