Hard coal imports to France saw a declining trend from 2013 to 2023, with the value standing at 10.56 million metric tons in 2023. Year-on-year variations show significant fluctuations, including dramatic drops in 2014, 2019, and 2020, and some intermittent recoveries, notably in 2017 and 2022. Notable decreases include the 22.88% drop in 2014 and the 29.08% decline in 2020. Over the past five years preceding 2023, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) was -4.75%, reflecting an overall reduction in imports.
Moving into the forecasted period from 2024 to 2028, the trend remains downward with an expected decline of 15.71% over five years, indicating a forecasted CAGR of -3.36%. This suggests a persistent weakening in the demand for hard coal imports.
Future trends to watch for include shifts in energy policies towards renewable resources, further regulatory constraints on coal usage, advancements in coal alternatives, and global economic impacts on commodity imports.
