The European market for Liquefied Petroleum Gases (LPG) in the wood and wood products sector shows significant variability among countries. As of 2023, France, the United Kingdom, and Hungary were leading consumers. Notable year-on-year changes in 2023 include Hungary's dramatic rise of nearly 39% and Serbia's sharp increase of 71%. Conversely, Ukraine and Romania saw declines exceeding 11% each. Over the last five years, trends suggest varying levels of commitment to LPG consumption for wood industries, with some countries increasing their share while others reduce theirs as part of energy transition strategies.
Future trends to observe include the impact of energy policy shifts toward sustainable sources, which may reduce LPG's share, especially as the EU pushes for greener alternatives. Market dynamics, including technological advancements and economic factors, could also influence LPG consumption in this sector.
Top countries in Liquefied Petroleum Gases Final Consumption in Wood and Wood Products Sector Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 17.93 | 2023 | +2.34% | +2.8% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 15.33 | 2023 | +3.86% | +3.85% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Hungary | 14.41 | 2023 | +23.98% | +38.87% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Czech Republic | 11.19 | 2023 | +2.72% | View data | |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 9.08 | 2023 | +2.93% | +5.4% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Finland | 6.71 | 2023 | +2.36% | +19.1% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Greece | 3 | 2023 | +15.87% | -4.08% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Spain | 2.77 | 2023 | -1.53% | -0.68% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Germany | 2.61 | 2023 | +0.097% | +0.039% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 2.28 | 2023 | +6.75% | +6.17% | View data |
