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Germany: Lignite Market 2024

Lignite Market Size in Germany

The German lignite market fell to $X in 2022, leveling off at the previous year. Overall, consumption recorded a slight contraction. Lignite consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Lignite Production in Germany

In value terms, lignite production declined slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production showed a slight decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when the production volume increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production attained the peak level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Lignite Exports

Exports from Germany

In 2022, overseas shipments of lignites increased by X% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a slight decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2014 with an increase of X%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, lignite exports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a slight decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 with an increase of X%. As a result, the exports reached the peak of $X. From 2015 to 2022, the growth of the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

Belgium (X tons), Poland (X tons) and the Czech Republic (X tons) were the main destinations of lignite exports from Germany, together comprising X% of total exports. Switzerland, France, Austria, Slovakia and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Switzerland (with a CAGR of X%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the largest markets for lignite exported from Germany were the Czech Republic ($X), Poland ($X) and Switzerland ($X), with a combined X% share of total exports.

Among the main countries of destination, Switzerland, with a CAGR of X%, recorded the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

The average lignite export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of X% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, recorded a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 an increase of X% against the previous year. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Slovakia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to France ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to the Czech Republic (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Lignite Imports

Imports into Germany

Lignite imports into Germany contracted significantly to X tons in 2022, with a decrease of X% on the previous year. In general, imports, however, enjoyed a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by X%. As a result, imports reached the peak of X tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, lignite imports declined remarkably to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, recorded strong growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when imports increased by X%. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the Czech Republic (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of lignite to Germany, with a X% share of total imports. Moreover, lignite imports from the Czech Republic exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, Austria (X tons), ninefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the Czech Republic totaled X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Austria (X% per year) and the Netherlands (X% per year).

In value terms, the Czech Republic ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lignites to Germany, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Austria ($X), with a X% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the Czech Republic stood at X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Austria (X% per year) and the Netherlands (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

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

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Austria ($X per ton), while the price for the Netherlands ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for lignite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of consumption in 2023 were Germany, China and Turkey, with a combined 46% share of global consumption. Mongolia, the United States, Poland, India, Serbia, the Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Greece, Lao People's Democratic Republic and Romania lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 44%.

What are the largest producers of lignite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of production in 2022 were Germany, Indonesia and Turkey, with a combined 44% share of global production. Mongolia, the United States, Poland, India, Serbia, the Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Greece, Romania and Lao People's Democratic Republic lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 46%.

What are the leading suppliers of lignite to Germany?

In value terms, the Czech Republic constituted the largest supplier of lignites to Germany, comprising 86% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Austria, with a 13% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of lignite from Germany?

In value terms, the Czech Republic, Poland and Switzerland were the largest markets for lignite exported from Germany worldwide, with a combined 60% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for lignite in Germany?

The average lignite export price stood at $121 per ton in 2022, with an increase of 5.1% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lignite in Germany?

In 2022, the average lignite import price amounted to $86 per ton, rising by 18% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lignite market in Germany. 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
Trade (exports and imports) in Germany
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
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4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
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. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
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. 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. 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. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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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 In 2012-2023
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2023
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2023
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2023
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023