In 2023, Poland led European coking coal consumption with a 22.94% share, followed by Germany and Ukraine at 18.22% and 17.97% respectively. Notable reductions in consumption were observed in the UK (-10.28%), Moldova (-10.14%), Germany (-7.91%), and Ukraine (-8.4%). Despite a generally declining trend, Austria slightly increased its share by 0.028%. The larger trend across the majority of countries indicates a decreasing reliance on coking coal.
Future trends to watch include continued reductions in coking coal use across Europe, driven by decarbonization strategies and increased investment in alternative energy sources. An important aspect to monitor is the EU's regulatory environment and technological advancements in steel production that may lead to further reductions.
Top countries in Coking Coal Gross Inland Consumption Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 22.94 | 2023 | -0.6% | -0.44% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 18.22 | 2023 | -6.97% | -7.91% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Ukraine | 17.97 | 2023 | -8.91% | -8.4% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 7.53 | 2023 | +3.27% | -1.74% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 7.19 | 2023 | -0.47% | -1.26% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Czech Republic | 5.69 | 2023 | -0.8% | -1.76% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Slovakia | 4.19 | 2023 | +2.41% | -3.55% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Italy | 3.78 | 2023 | -0.34% | -3.23% | View data |
| 9 | 9 United Kingdom | 3.3 | 2023 | -13.66% | -10.28% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 3.19 | 2023 | -0.0076% | +0.028% | View data |
