In 2023, Poland led hard coal exports with a 58.49% share, followed by Spain (15.56%) and Germany (11.83%). Notable year-on-year variations include significant increases for Spain (36.51%) and Germany (36.84%), while the Czech Republic (-20.29%), Belgium (-19.9%), and Latvia (-19.5%) saw declines. Italy and Macedonia reported 100% decreases in exports. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years highlights sustained trends in the export dynamics of European countries.
Looking forward, potential trends in European hard coal exports include shifts due to energy policy changes, increased renewable energy adoption, and geopolitical factors affecting supply chains. Monitoring environmental regulations and market demand in major import regions will be crucial for forecasting export dynamics.
Top countries in Exports of Hard Coal Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 58.49 | 2023 | -8.12% | +0.24% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Spain | 15.56 | 2023 | -7.88% | +36.51% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 11.83 | 2023 | +1.08% | +36.84% | View data |
| 4 | 4 United Kingdom | 8.72 | 2023 | +1.38% | +2.94% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Czech Republic | 7.48 | 2023 | -32.23% | -20.29% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Denmark | 1.39 | 2023 | +47.21% | View data | |
| 7 | 7 Belgium | 1.15 | 2023 | -84.46% | -19.9% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Norway | 1.02 | 2023 | +1.56% | -5.37% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 0.15 | 2023 | View data | ||
| 10 | 10 Italy | 0.12 | 2023 | +27.89% | View data |
