As of 2023, the Netherlands led European natural gas consumption in international maritime bunkers, with a substantial increase of 65.8%, followed by Norway and Estonia, showing moderate growth at 3.88% and 9.86%, respectively. Spain also experienced remarkable growth at 65.01%, while Sweden showed a slight decrease of 2.93%. Belgium and Finland had minor changes with 4.46% growth and a decrease of 3.94%, respectively. Over a five-year period, this sector witnessed varying growth rates across countries, reflecting different national strategies and maritime activities.
Future trends to watch include the impact of European policies on reducing emissions, which might encourage a shift towards cleaner alternatives in maritime fuels, potentially altering consumption patterns. Additionally, technological advancements in maritime industry and energy transitions could shape future natural gas bunker consumption.
Top countries in Natural Gas Consumption in International Maritime Bunkers by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 1,900 | 2023 | +15.67% | +65.8% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Norway | 703.35 | 2023 | +2.01% | +3.88% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Estonia | 309.28 | 2023 | +4.69% | +9.86% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 256.89 | 2023 | +34.71% | +65.01% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 214.34 | 2023 | +2.69% | -2.93% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 125.32 | 2023 | +24.58% | +4.46% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Finland | 11.89 | 2023 | +4.02% | -3.94% | View data |
