Germany remains the leading importer of European land transport fuel, albeit with a slight decline of 1.21% in 2023. France and Italy follow, showing slight growth, while Spain experienced a marked decrease of 5.91%. Noteworthy is Malta's significant increase of 68.15% and Greece's growth of 6.43%. The United Kingdom imports less, while Sweden's imports plummeted by 30.74%. Over five years, the compound annual growth rate varies significantly among countries, reflecting diverse import strategies and economic demands.
In 2024, several emerging trends could shape European land transport fuel imports. Enhanced energy efficiency, a stronger push toward renewables, and potential geopolitical shifts may alter import dynamics. Increased focus on sustainability and regulatory changes could progressively decrease overall import levels or shift preferences toward greener fuels.
Top countries in Land Transport Fuel Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Metric Tons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 2,640 | 2023 | -3.96% | -1.21% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 2,160 | 2023 | +6.1% | +0.99% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 1,050 | 2023 | +13.56% | +0.017% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 991.54 | 2023 | +2.24% | -1.72% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 946.83 | 2023 | +3.42% | -3.36% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Switzerland | 609.95 | 2023 | +3.37% | +0.31% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 603.78 | 2023 | -8.33% | -5.91% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Denmark | 595.38 | 2023 | +2.29% | +4.29% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Bulgaria | 554.84 | 2023 | +2.92% | +3.39% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 462.91 | 2023 | +16.6% | +6.43% | View data |