Finland's sulfur production at petroleum refineries remained steady at 130 thousand metric tons from 2013 to 2019. However, 2020 saw a notable decrease of 15.08%, dropping to 110.39 thousand metric tons. The production rebounded in 2021 with a 22.29% increase, followed by moderate year-on-year growth rates of 1.48% in 2022 and 1.46% in 2023, reaching 139 thousand metric tons in 2023. The five-year CAGR leading up to 2023 was 1.35%, indicating a steady recovery and growth trend after the 2020 drop.

Future trends to watch for include:

A projected continuous growth in sulfur production with a five-year CAGR of 1.08%, reaching 148.83 thousand metric tons by 2028.
Potential impacts of environmental regulations and technological advancements in refining processes on production volumes.
Global market demand for sulfur and related products, influencing production strategies and capacity adjustments.