The import of coking coal in Austria stood at 1.69 million metric tons in 2023. This represents a slight increase of 0.32% compared to the previous year. The trend over the past decade shows fluctuations in imports, with the highest year-on-year increase observed in 2014 at 4.06% and the largest decline in 2015 at -7.43%. The 5-year CAGR leading up to 2023 was -0.77%, indicating a minor downward trend in coking coal imports.

Looking ahead, the forecast from 2024 to 2028 suggests a continued marginal decline with a forecasted 5-year CAGR at -0.39%. By 2028, the imports are expected to decrease to 1.65 million metric tons, underscoring a gradual but consistent reduction in coking coal imports.

Future trends to watch for include:

Further shifts towards renewable energy sources reducing the reliance on coking coal.
Possible impact of geopolitical factors on coal import regulations and trade agreements.
Technological advancements in steel production that may affect coking coal demand.