The Netherlands leads in European fossil energy consumption for maritime bunkering in 2024, with Belgium and Spain following. Year-on-year variations indicate significant changes: Latvia's consumption surged by over 41%, whereas Germany, Finland, and Iceland experienced notable declines. The past five years have seen an average annual contraction in marine bunker fuel usage, influenced by the EU’s decarbonization efforts and the adoption of alternative fuels.
Future trends include increased use of biofuels and hydrogen in shipping, continued policy-driven reductions in fossil fuel dependence, and technological advancements enhancing energy efficiency. These shifts may further decrease fossil energy consumption in Europe’s maritime sector.
Top countries in Fossil Energy Consumption in International Maritime Bunkers by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Netherlands | 11,260 | 2023 | +0.009% | +0.11% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 8,420 | 2023 | +5.68% | -1.93% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Spain | 7,370 | 2023 | +3.57% | +1.02% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Sweden | 2,660 | 2023 | +1.92% | +8.03% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 2,520 | 2023 | +0.2% | -1.5% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Greece | 2,460 | 2023 | +7.41% | +2.19% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 2,270 | 2023 | -0.97% | -1.63% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Malta | 2,040 | 2023 | +2.25% | -1.58% | View data |
| 9 | 9 France | 1,690 | 2023 | +8.4% | -3.02% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Germany | 1,370 | 2023 | -1.15% | -4.15% | View data |
