In 2023, Poland led European hard coal exports with 5.08 million metric tons, followed by the Netherlands and Spain. Notably, France, Denmark, and Bosnia and Herzegovina experienced significant year-on-year volume increases, with Finland showing remarkable growth at over 193%. In contrast, countries like Switzerland and Bulgaria saw sharp declines. Over a five-year period, the CAGR has been moderate with a mix of growth and drop across countries, reflecting diverse market dynamics.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts due to environmental policies, economic conditions, and technological advancements. Increased focus on sustainability and renewable energy resources may influence future coal export volumes.
Top countries in Hard Coal Exports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 5,080 | 2023 | -12.27% | +0.67% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Netherlands | 3,320 | 2023 | +8.97% | -2.38% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 1,630 | 2023 | +3.05% | +42.61% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 985.33 | 2023 | +2.44% | +37.17% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 880.73 | 2023 | +1.94% | +6.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 748.83 | 2023 | -3.45% | -5.09% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 645.03 | 2023 | -32.23% | -19.67% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 366.11 | 2023 | +0.86% | +84.41% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Denmark | 192.44 | 2023 | +1.94% | +105.93% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ireland | 155.3 | 2023 | +2.98% | +3.6% | View data |
