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Belgium: Coal Market 2024

Coal Market Size in Belgium

In 2022, the Belgian coal market increased by X% to $X, rising for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. In general, consumption showed noticeable growth. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Coal Exports

Exports from Belgium

In 2022, approx. X tons of coal were exported from Belgium; jumping by X% on the previous year. Overall, exports, however, continue to indicate a perceptible downturn. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, coal exports surged to $X in 2022. In general, exports continue to indicate a mild expansion. As a result, the exports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Exports by Country

Germany (X tons) was the main destination for coal exports from Belgium, with a X% share of total exports. Moreover, coal exports to Germany exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, France (X tons), tenfold. Luxembourg (X tons) ranked third in terms of total exports with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Germany totaled X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: France (X% per year) and Luxembourg (X% per year).

In value terms, Germany ($X) remains the key foreign market for coal exports from Belgium, comprising X% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by France ($X), with a X% share of total exports. It was followed by Poland, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Germany totaled X%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: France (X% per year) and Poland (X% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average coal export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by X% against the previous year. In general, export price indicated a tangible increase from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of X% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, coal export price increased by X% against 2020 indices. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2021 when the average export price increased by X% against the previous year. The export price peaked in 2022 and is likely to see steady growth in the immediate term.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major overseas markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Luxembourg ($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 France (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Coal Imports

Imports into Belgium

In 2022, coal imports into Belgium surged to X tons, jumping by X% on the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a mild expansion. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, coal imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw modest growth. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

Russia (X tons), Australia (X tons) and the United States (X tons) were the main suppliers of coal imports to Belgium, together accounting for X% of total imports. South Africa, the Netherlands and Germany lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further X%.

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

In value terms, the largest coal suppliers to Belgium were Russia ($X), Australia ($X) and the United States ($X), together accounting for X% of total imports. South Africa, the Netherlands and Germany lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further X%.

In terms of the main suppliers, the Netherlands, with a CAGR of X%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Import Prices by Country

The average coal import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price, however, continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when the average import price increased by X%. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per ton. From 2018 to 2022, the average import prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while the price for South Africa ($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 Netherlands (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 coal in the world?

China remains the largest coal consuming country worldwide, accounting for 51% of total volume. Moreover, coal consumption in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest consumer, India, fivefold. The United States ranked third in terms of total consumption with a 6.9% share.

What are the largest producers of coal in the world?

The country with the largest volume of coal production was China, comprising approx. 47% of total volume. Moreover, coal production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, fivefold. Indonesia ranked third in terms of total production with an 8.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of coal to Belgium?

In value terms, the largest coal suppliers to Belgium were Russia, Australia and the Netherlands, with a combined 77% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of coal from Belgium?

In value terms, Germany remains the key foreign market for coal exports from Belgium, comprising 62% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by France, with a 22% share of total exports. It was followed by the Netherlands, with a 5.6% share.

What is the average export price for coal in Belgium?

The average coal export price stood at $150 per ton in 2021, jumping by 51% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for coal in Belgium?

The average coal import price stood at $142 per ton in 2021, picking up by 26% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the coal market in Belgium. 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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Belgium

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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 Belgium
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
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
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