The import of diesel engines for motor vehicles to the Netherlands has experienced various fluctuations from 2013 to 2023. A robust growth period was observed from 2013 to 2017 characterized by significant year-on-year increases, culminating in an impressive 23.78% rise in 2017. This growth slowed in subsequent years, exhibiting minor annual variations notably a decrease in 2020 by 14.2%, due to global market disruptions. By 2021, the trend picked up again, growing by 18.11%. In 2023, the import volume stood at 64.245 million kilograms, marking a modest 2.88% increase from 2022.
The forecast period from 2024 to 2028 anticipates a continuing upward trend with an average annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.17%. This reflects a deceleration compared to previous years but a steady positive trajectory. By 2028, imports are projected to be 73.475 million kilograms, representing an 11.31% increase from 2023. Moving forward, future trends to watch include the impact of policy changes on emissions standards, advancements in alternative fuel technologies, and shifts in global supply chain dynamics that could influence import volumes.
