In 2023, Germany led European regions in Liquefied Petroleum Gases (LPG) refinery output with 16.71 thousand tonnes of oil equivalent, showing a slight year-on-year increase of 0.12%. The United Kingdom followed with 11.69, and the Netherlands with 8.55, exhibiting upticks of 0.46% and 1.32%, respectively. Notable year-on-year growth figures were observed in Belgium (6.36%), Czech Republic (4.45%), Lithuania (2.98%), and Finland (3.07%). Conversely, France, Spain, Ireland, and Bosnia and Herzegovina showed considerable declines, with Bosnia and Herzegovina experiencing the most severe drop at -33.5%. Over the last five years, these fluctuations suggest a complex landscape with varied regional performances.
Future trends to watch in European LPG refinery output include:
- Potential increases in alternative energy usage affecting traditional LPG outputs.
- Regulatory and environmental policies influencing refinery operations and investments.
- Economic and geopolitical factors potentially impacting LPG demand and supply chains.
- Technological advancements improving LPG refinery efficiency and sustainability.
- Market dynamics adjusting to the supply-demand balance post-COVID-19 recovery.
Top countries in Liquefied Petroleum Gases Refinery Output Share by Country (Thousand Tonnes Of Oil Equivalent)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 16.71 | 2023 | +2.38% | +0.12% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 11.69 | 2023 | -0.57% | +0.46% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 8.55 | 2023 | +4.02% | +1.32% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 7.24 | 2023 | +0.37% | +1.38% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Norway | 7.05 | 2023 | +2.04% | -0.39% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 6.98 | 2023 | +3.03% | -2.37% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 6.52 | 2023 | +2.44% | -2.53% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Belgium | 6.21 | 2023 | +1.73% | +6.36% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 4.67 | 2023 | +0.66% | +0.037% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Romania | 3.75 | 2023 | +5.53% | +0.83% | View data |
