In 2023, Italy led European countries in the number of enterprises in the gas trade through mains, although it experienced a slight decline (-1.75%). Poland saw a notable increase (+4.56%). Portugal and Spain marked significant growth (+15.68% and +7.14%, respectively), indicating expanding markets. Conversely, Hungary, Croatia, and Estonia witnessed slight declines. Notably, Latvia recorded a steep rise (+12.47%), reflecting significant market dynamics, although Finland and Sweden also exhibited strong increments (+8.45%). Several countries like Slovakia, Norway, and Slovenia remained stable with no growth.
Future trends suggest increasing emphasis on renewable energy integration, potentially affecting enterprise numbers as nations revise energy policies. Monitoring policy shifts and investment in green technology is crucial for predicting market adjustments and enterprise turnover in the European gas trade sector.
Top countries in Trade of Gas through Mains Number of Enterprises by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Units (Enterprises) | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 260 | 2023 | -0.76% | -1.75% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 55 | 2023 | +10% | +4.56% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 35 | 2023 | +2.94% | +0.58% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 35 | 2023 | 0% | -1.63% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Portugal | 29 | 2023 | +11.54% | +15.68% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Spain | 24 | 2023 | +4.35% | +7.14% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 24 | 2023 | -4% | +1.76% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Austria | 21 | 2023 | 0% | +0.98% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Croatia | 16 | 2023 | 0% | -1.21% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Estonia | 15 | 2023 | 0% | -1.28% | View data |
