Germany leads European charcoal imports for 2024 despite a slight decline last year, followed by Italy and Greece. Notable increases were seen in Belgium and Bulgaria, while Finland showed substantial growth, the highest in percentage terms. Latvia, Netherlands, and Slovakia experienced significant declines. Smaller markets like Bosnia and Herzegovina and Serbia recorded double-digit growth. Over the past five years, stable growth was perceived, with fluctuations evident in smaller importers. Overall, charcoal imports demonstrate diversity in trends across Europe.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Environmental policies may influence import volumes, especially in Northern Europe.
- Rising energy prices could shift supply chains further east or to alternative energy sources.
- Technological advancements in production could impact import needs over time.
Top countries in Charcoal Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Terajoules | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 7,260 | 2023 | +6.89% | -0.71% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Italy | 2,270 | 2023 | +1.94% | +3.59% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 2,000 | 2023 | +3.79% | -3.67% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Norway | 1,200 | 2023 | +2.11% | -0.65% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 1,070 | 2023 | +3.08% | +12.62% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Portugal | 885.55 | 2023 | +6.12% | +0.34% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 492.82 | 2023 | +1.46% | +0.96% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Croatia | 468.29 | 2023 | +6.91% | +6.99% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Cyprus | 411.47 | 2023 | +2.51% | +2.28% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Bulgaria | 250.71 | 2023 | +19.63% | +9.71% | View data |
