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Europe: Lignite Market 2024

Lignite Market Size in Europe

The Europe lignite market contracted modestly to $X in 2022, stabilizing at the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption recorded a perceptible decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 with an increase of X%. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Lignite Production in Europe

In value terms, lignite production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production saw a perceptible curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of X%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Lignite Exports

Exports in Europe

In 2022, lignite exports in Europe skyrocketed to X tons, with an increase of X% on 2021. In general, exports showed buoyant growth. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, lignite exports soared to $X in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate a resilient increase. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Russia represented the key exporting country with an export of around X tons, which finished at X% of total exports. Germany (X tons) ranks second in terms of the total exports with a X% share, followed by the Czech Republic (X%) and Bosnia and Herzegovina (X%). Greece (X tons) and Montenegro (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

Russia was also the fastest-growing in terms of the lignites exports, with a CAGR of X% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Greece (X%), Montenegro (X%) and Bosnia and Herzegovina (X%) displayed positive paces of growth. By contrast, Germany (X%) and the Czech Republic (X%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. From 2012 to 2022, the share of Russia, Greece and Montenegro increased by X, X and X percentage points, respectively.

In value terms, Russia ($X) remains the largest lignite supplier in Europe, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Germany ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by the Czech Republic, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in Russia stood at X%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Germany (X% per year) and the Czech Republic (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

The export price in Europe stood at $X per ton in 2022, increasing by X% against the previous year. In general, the export price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when the export price increased by X%. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Germany ($X per ton), while Greece ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the Czech Republic (X%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the export price figures.

Lignite Imports

Imports in Europe

After two years of decline, supplies from abroad of lignites increased by X% to X tons in 2022. Overall, imports showed a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, lignite imports soared to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Serbia (X tons) and Russia (X tons) were the main importers of lignites in Europe, together recording approx. X% of total imports. It was distantly followed by North Macedonia (X tons), Slovenia (X tons), Slovakia (X tons) and Poland (X tons), together constituting a X% share of total imports. The Czech Republic (X tons) followed a long way behind the leaders.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the key importing countries, was attained by North Macedonia (with a CAGR of X%), while imports for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Serbia ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported lignites in Europe, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Slovenia ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by Slovakia, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Serbia stood at X%. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Slovenia (X% per year) and Slovakia (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the import price in Europe amounted to $X per ton, rising by X% against the previous year. Overall, the import price recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major importing countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Slovenia ($X per ton), while Russia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Slovenia (X%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

The country with the largest volume of lignite consumption was Germany, comprising approx. 41% of total volume. Moreover, lignite consumption in Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, Poland, threefold. Serbia ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 10% share.
Germany remains the largest lignite producing country in Europe, accounting for 41% of total volume. Moreover, lignite production in Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, Poland, threefold. Serbia ranked third in terms of total production with a 9.7% share.
In value terms, Russia remains the largest lignite supplier in Europe, comprising 52% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Germany, with a 19% share of total exports. It was followed by the Czech Republic, with a 14% share.
In value terms, Serbia constitutes the largest market for imported lignites in Europe, comprising 33% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Slovenia, with a 14% share of total imports. It was followed by Slovakia, with a 10% share.
The export price in Europe stood at $98 per ton in 2022, with an increase of 6.2% against the previous year.
The import price in Europe stood at $80 per ton in 2022, increasing by 40% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lignite market in Europe. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

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    • Market volume and value
    • Per Capita consumption
    • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
    • Production in Europe, split by region and country
    • Trade (exports and imports) in Europe
    • Export and import prices
    • Market trends, drivers and restraints
    • Key market players and their profiles

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    1. 1. INTRODUCTION

      Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

      1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
      2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
      3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
      4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
    2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

      A Quick Overview of Market Performance

      1. KEY FINDINGS
      2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

      Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

      1. MARKET SIZE
      2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
      3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
    4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

      Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

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      1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
      2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
      3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
      4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
      5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
    5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

      Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

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      1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
      2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
      3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
      4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

      Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

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      1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
      2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
      3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
      4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
      5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
    7. 7. PRODUCTION

      The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

      1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
      2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
    8. 8. IMPORTS

      The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

      1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
      2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
    9. 9. EXPORTS

      The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

      1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
      2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
      3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
    10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

      The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

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    11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

      The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

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      • Albania
      • Andorra
      • Austria
      • Belarus
      • Belgium
      • Bosnia and Herzegovina
      • Bulgaria
      • Croatia
      • Czech Republic
      • Denmark
      • Estonia
      • Faroe Islands
      • Finland
      • France
      • Germany
      • Gibraltar
      • Greece
      • Holy See
      • Hungary
      • Iceland
      • Ireland
      • Italy
      • Latvia
      • Lithuania
      • Luxembourg
      • North Macedonia
      • Malta
      • Moldova
      • Montenegro
      • Netherlands
      • Norway
      • Poland
      • Portugal
      • Romania
      • Russia
      • San Marino
      • Serbia
      • Slovakia
      • Slovenia
      • Spain
      • Sweden
      • Switzerland
      • Ukraine
      • United Kingdom
      • Liechtenstein
      • Isle of Man
      • Monaco
    12. LIST OF TABLES

      1. Key Findings In 2023
      2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      3. Market Value, 2012–2023
      4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
      5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
      9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
    13. LIST OF FIGURES

      1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      2. Market Value, 2012–2023
      3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
      4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
      5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
      6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
      7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
      8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
      9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
      10. Production Volume And Growth
      11. Exports And Growth
      12. Export Prices And Growth
      13. Market Size And Growth
      14. Per Capita Consumption
      15. Imports And Growth
      16. Import Prices
      17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      19. Production, By Country, 2023
      20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
      24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
      27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
      28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
      29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
      30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
      32. Export Prices, 2012–2023

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