In 2023, Germany led global imports of natural gas in a gaseous state, followed by the United Kingdom and China. Germany's imports dipped slightly by 1.53%, while China's and Mexico's increased. Overall, most European countries experienced negative growth, with Ukraine and Romania showing significant declines of 19.06% and 14.62%, respectively. In contrast, Chile's imports surged by 27.35%, and smaller markets like Samoa and Denmark also recorded notable increases.
Future trends to watch include:
- The continued growth in Asian markets, especially China, as demand for energy rises.
- An increasing shift towards renewable energy sources could reduce reliance on natural gas imports in Europe.
- Geopolitical tensions could influence import patterns, particularly in Europe and North America.
Top countries in Import of Natural Gas In Gaseous State by Country
| # | 10 Countries | US Dollars | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 29,969,000,000 | 2023 | +0.22% | -1.53% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 14,093,000,000 | 2023 | +3.65% | +2.43% | View data |
| 3 | 3 China | 13,658,000,000 | 2023 | +4.07% | +3.25% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 11,807,000,000 | 2023 | -4.4% | -5.86% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 11,197,000,000 | 2023 | +1.13% | -0.29% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 10,422,000,000 | 2023 | -0.53% | -2.01% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Mexico | 6,835,500,000 | 2023 | +4.41% | +3.96% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United States | 5,030,700,000 | 2023 | -8.09% | -7.61% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Spain | 3,815,000,000 | 2023 | -0.079% | -0.44% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 3,405,400,000 | 2023 | +0.43% | -0.76% | View data |
