Germany leads in European charcoal imports with 42 terajoules, despite a slight decrease of 0.71% year-on-year. Italy and Greece are next, with Italy growing by 3.59% and Greece declining by 3.67%. Significant growth is noted in Belgium with 12.62%, while Bulgaria, Finland, and Bosnia and Herzegovina also show substantial increases. Croatia's imports rose by 6.99%, but Latvia and Slovakia faced notable declines. Although Iceland has minimal imports at 0.00036 terajoules, it experienced a drastic drop of 68.51%.
Future trends to watch include Belgium's growing share, driven by robust demand. High growth rates in countries like Finland and Bosnia and Herzegovina could imply expanding market opportunities. Emerging European markets such as Moldova and Serbia are also worth observing due to their recent import increases. Monitoring geopolitical factors, economic stability, and environmental policies will be crucial for anticipating future shifts in charcoal import patterns.
Top countries in Charcoal Imports Share by Country (Terajoules)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 42 | 2023 | +6.89% | -0.71% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 13.15 | 2023 | +1.94% | +3.59% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 11.59 | 2023 | +3.79% | -3.67% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 6.94 | 2023 | +2.11% | -0.65% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 6.19 | 2023 | +3.08% | +12.62% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 5.12 | 2023 | +6.12% | +0.34% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 2.85 | 2023 | +1.46% | +0.96% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 2.71 | 2023 | +6.91% | +6.99% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Cyprus | 2.38 | 2023 | +2.51% | +2.28% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 1.45 | 2023 | +19.63% | +9.71% | View data |
