In 2023, Germany dominated European lignite exports, accounting for over 55% of the total, with the Czech Republic and Poland also contributing significantly. Notable year-on-year shifts include Slovenia's growth by over 155% and the Netherlands increasing their share by 145%. In contrast, Belgium and Hungary saw significant declines of approximately 33% and 30%, respectively. On a five-year basis, Lithuania showed remarkable average annual growth, while traditional exporters faced stagnating or declining shares.
Looking forward, the European lignite export market may see shifts due to increasing environmental regulations and a push towards sustainable energy sources, potentially altering the trade dynamics among these countries.
Top countries in Lignite Exports Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 55.43 | 2023 | +8.82% | -0.035% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Czech Republic | 25.98 | 2023 | -22.3% | -13.96% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Poland | 8.08 | 2023 | +18.56% | -6.56% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 4.46 | 2023 | -9.27% | -9.08% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Serbia | 3.32 | 2023 | +5.39% | +1.12% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bulgaria | 2.16 | 2023 | +24.17% | +6.82% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 0.52 | 2023 | -30.32% | -32.7% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Slovakia | 0.5 | 2023 | +0.99% | +14.38% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 0.27 | 2023 | +13.11% | -29.55% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Slovenia | 0.18 | 2023 | +0.11% | +155.14% | View data |
