The European petroleum coke export landscape in 2023 highlighted Belgium as the leading exporter with a 28.47 GWh share, showing a substantial year-on-year increase of 27.8%. Spain and the Netherlands followed, with Spain experiencing a notable decline of 7.04% while the Netherlands saw a rise of 13.25%. Germany's share remained relatively stable. Poland's export share surged by 251.56%, suggesting a dynamic shift in trade patterns. Emerging markets such as Bulgaria and Ireland also recorded significant gains of 66.86% and 207.11% respectively, indicating diversification in export dynamics.
Future trends to watch include the potential increase in exports from countries with recent growth spikes like Poland, Ireland, and Bulgaria. The expected stabilization or decline in traditionally strong markets like Spain and Italy could redefine export leadership. Additionally, sustainability and environmental regulations might influence the production and export of petroleum coke, affecting the European market dynamics further.
Top countries in Petroleum Coke Exports Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 28.47 | 2023 | +37.65% | +27.8% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 19.67 | 2023 | -10.78% | -7.04% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 18.87 | 2023 | +2.2% | +13.25% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 9.41 | 2023 | +1.08% | -0.34% | View data |
| 5 | 5 United Kingdom | 7.41 | 2023 | -0.29% | -1.92% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 5.53 | 2023 | +7.39% | +8.82% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 2.95 | 2023 | +2.28% | +3.68% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 2.94 | 2023 | +2.88% | +251.56% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Norway | 2.13 | 2023 | +5.94% | +0.037% | View data |
| 10 | 10 France | 0.67 | 2023 | +16.29% | -4.69% | View data |
