As of 2023, France led the European bitumen imports with a share of 14.76 gigawatt-hours, followed by the United Kingdom and Belgium. Notable year-on-year variations included substantial growth in Albania (83.72%), Bulgaria (9.9%), and Portugal (9.11%), indicating vibrant import expansion. In contrast, Poland, Iceland, and Sweden experienced significant declines, shedding 6.47%, 16.99%, and 10.08%, respectively, reflecting potential market adjustments. The long-term trends reveal steady rises in Hungary, Estonia, and other smaller economies, while larger economies like Germany and Belgium contracted slightly.
Future trends to monitor include emerging markets like Albania displaying growth potential, as well as geopolitical impacts on Ukraine's imports. With continuous infrastructure development, these dynamics could alter Europe's bitumen trade landscape significantly. Moreover, shifts in sustainable development and green policies might affect import dependencies, suggesting increased volatility in the coming years.
Top countries in Bitumen Imports Share by Country (Gigawatthours)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 France | 14.76 | 2023 | +1.94% | +2.81% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 13.47 | 2023 | +4.13% | +1.34% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Belgium | 9.74 | 2023 | +9.06% | -2.65% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Ukraine | 9.02 | 2023 | +2.42% | -0.47% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 6.11 | 2023 | +2.84% | +9.58% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Norway | 4.61 | 2023 | +0.99% | -1.78% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 4.05 | 2023 | +0.82% | +6.78% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 3.98 | 2023 | +2.61% | +2.6% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 3.49 | 2023 | +0.95% | -1.12% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Ireland | 2.87 | 2023 | +0.47% | +3.81% | View data |
