In 2024, France leads the European Liquefied Petroleum Gases (LPG) final consumption in the machinery sector with 783.64 GWh, followed by Italy at 524.29 GWh and Germany at 226.76 GWh. There have been notable year-on-year variations with some countries showing declines such as Germany (-8.16%), Portugal (-3.25%), and Spain (-5.01%). On the other hand, several countries exhibited growth, for instance, Bosnia and Herzegovina (8.21%), Denmark (3.52%), and Hungary (3.92%).
Key trends show that:
- France and Italy have experienced slight reductions in consumption, with variations of -0.052% and -0.15%, respectively.
- Finland showed a small increase (1.06%), while Sweden had a marginal decline (-0.035%).
- Germany’s consumption saw a pronounced decrease of -8.16%, whereas countries like Bosnia and Herzegovina (8.21%) and Greece (7.67%) experienced significant growth.
- Forecasts suggest stable or improving trends in countries like Denmark, Hungary, and Lithuania.
Future trends to watch include the potential for improved energy efficiencies and the adoption of alternative energy sources. Transitioning to greener technologies could further alter consumption patterns in the European machinery sector amidst growing emphasis on sustainability.
Top countries in Liquefied Petroleum Gases Final Consumption in Machinery Sector by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Gigawatthours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 783.64 | 2023 | +9.76% | -0.052% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 524.29 | 2023 | +6.1% | -0.15% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 226.76 | 2023 | -10.62% | -8.16% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 196.54 | 2023 | +3.89% | -0.035% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Finland | 189.85 | 2023 | +10.12% | +1.06% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 152.44 | 2023 | +1.47% | -3.25% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 129.43 | 2023 | +0.95% | -0.11% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 123.81 | 2023 | +1.5% | -2.41% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 88.53 | 2023 | +9.08% | +8.21% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Denmark | 88.11 | 2023 | +0.0034% | +3.52% | View data |