The European petroleum coke export landscape in 2023 showed noticeable variations among countries. Belgium led with 28.36 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent, witnessing a 27.65% increase year-on-year. Spain and the Netherlands held significant shares but experienced divergence, with Spain contracting by 7.04%, while the Netherlands expanded by 13.25%. Germany and the UK showed slight declines, contrary to Romania's robust increase of 9.49% and Poland's explosive growth of 251.12%. Smaller contributors like France, Greece, and Macedonia, faced reductions, whereas Bulgaria showed substantial growth at 66.84% and Ireland surged dramatically by 207.29%.
Future trends to watch in European petroleum coke exports include:
- Potential stabilization or minor contractions in larger markets like Spain if current negative trends continue.
- Ukraine's improving relations with European countries may shift export dynamics.
- Environmental policies could impact production and export levels, particularly in Western Europe.
- Technological advancements and energy transformations may reshape traditional export hierarchies.
- Continued attention to emerging markets showing rapid increases, such as Poland, and how they sustain growth.
Top countries in Petroleum Coke Exports Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 28.36 | 2023 | +37.5% | +27.65% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 19.71 | 2023 | -10.78% | -7.04% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 18.9 | 2023 | +2.2% | +13.25% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 9.33 | 2023 | +0.42% | -0.56% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 7.43 | 2023 | -0.29% | -1.92% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 5.63 | 2023 | +8.46% | +9.49% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 3.02 | 2023 | +2.87% | +4.12% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 2.92 | 2023 | +2.68% | +251.12% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 2.15 | 2023 | +6.31% | +0.17% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 0.65 | 2023 | +14.47% | -5.39% | View data |