The United Kingdom remains the largest consumer of kerosene-type jet fuel in European international aviation, with a significant lead of 21.77 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent in 2023. Key countries like Germany, France, and Spain have also shown positive growth, with France and Italy experiencing the largest year-on-year increases among major players at over 1.4%. Conversely, the Netherlands noted a minor decline of 0.084%. Notable growth in less dominant markets includes Romania and Bosnia and Herzegovina, seeing increases of over 5% and 7% respectively. Albania showed an extraordinary increase of 26.14%, highlighting potential emerging market shifts.
Future trends to watch in European jet fuel consumption include the impacts of sustainable aviation fuel initiatives, shifting travel demand post-pandemic, and geopolitical tensions affecting aviation. The ongoing transition to biofuel alternatives could alter traditional consumption patterns, making close monitoring of policy and industry adaptations imperative.
Top countries in Kerosene-Type Jet Fuel (Excluding Biofuel Portion) Consumption in International Aviation Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 21.77 | 2023 | +0.75% | +0.75% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 17.6 | 2023 | +13.63% | +0.45% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 11.15 | 2023 | +14.41% | +1.48% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Spain | 8.97 | 2023 | +18.33% | +1.42% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Italy | 7.23 | 2023 | +16.49% | +1.49% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Netherlands | 7.08 | 2023 | +10.68% | -0.084% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 3.08 | 2023 | +8.04% | +0.88% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Portugal | 2.87 | 2023 | +21.38% | +3.74% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Poland | 2.26 | 2023 | +22.18% | +5.09% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Greece | 2.02 | 2023 | +17.12% | +1.17% | View data |
