The global export of briquettes, ovoids, and similar solid fuels manufactured from coal saw varying trends in 2023. China led the market with the highest export value, albeit with a slight decline of 1.8%. South Africa and Latvia also experienced slight reductions, while notable growth was observed in Belgium and Poland, with increases of 43.14% and 12.18%, respectively. The Netherlands and Ireland showed moderate growth, whereas the United Kingdom experienced a significant decline of 19.46%. Emerging markets like Croatia exhibited explosive growth, albeit from a smaller base.
In the coming years, key trends to watch include the potential impact of sustainability and cleaner fuel initiatives on the demand for coal-based solid fuels. Additionally, shifts in global energy policies could influence export patterns, with countries possibly diversifying their export strategies away from traditional coal products.
Top countries in Export of Briquettes, Ovoids and Similar Solid Fuels Manufactured from Coal by Country
| # | 10 Countries | US Dollars | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 China | 17,620,000 | 2023 | -1.88% | -1.8% | View data |
| 2 | 2 South Africa | 13,720,000 | 2023 | -7.16% | -1.42% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 12,117,000 | 2023 | +1.17% | +1.18% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ireland | 5,501,300 | 2023 | +2.6% | +2.17% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Belgium | 3,870,800 | 2023 | -0.97% | +43.14% | View data |
| 6 | 6 United Kingdom | 2,995,400 | 2023 | -27.53% | -19.46% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 2,325,900 | 2023 | +3.92% | +12.18% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Malaysia | 1,012,300 | 2023 | +5.9% | +4.57% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Botswana | 828,450 | 2023 | +6.35% | +5.1% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 308,560 | 2023 | +1.39% | -1.37% | View data |
