Benelux - Lignite - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Lignite Exports
Exports in Benelux
After four years of decline, overseas shipments of lignites increased by 13% to X tons in 2022. Over the period under review, exports saw resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 with an increase of 183%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, lignite exports reached $X in 2022. Overall, exports showed resilient growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 150%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.
Exports by Country
Belgium (X tons) represented roughly 100% of total exports in 2022.
Belgium was also the fastest-growing in terms of the lignites exports, with a CAGR of +8.3% from 2012 to 2022. The shares of the largest exporters remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, Belgium ($X) also remains the largest lignite supplier in Benelux.
In Belgium, lignite exports increased at an average annual rate of +5.8% over the period from 2012-2022.
Export Prices by Country
The export price in Benelux stood at $X per ton in 2022, with an increase of 1.6% against the previous year. In general, the export price, however, showed a noticeable reduction. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 an increase of 8.7% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.
As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for Belgium.
From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Belgium amounted to -2.3% per year.
Lignite Imports
Imports in Benelux
In 2022, the amount of lignites imported in Benelux contracted to X tons, which is down by -3.8% compared with 2021. In general, imports showed a abrupt slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 80%. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at X tons in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
In value terms, lignite imports declined to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports showed a deep setback. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2018 with an increase of 24% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.
Imports by Country
Belgium prevails in imports structure, accounting for X tons, which was near 93% of total imports in 2022. Luxembourg (X tons) and the Netherlands (X tons) held a little share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to lignite imports into Belgium stood at -9.8%. Luxembourg (-1.7%) and the Netherlands (-26.6%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. While the share of Belgium (+12 p.p.) and Luxembourg (+2.8 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total imports from 2012-2022, the share of the Netherlands (-15.2 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.
In value terms, Belgium ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported lignites in Benelux, comprising 85% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Luxembourg ($X), with a 9% share of total imports.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in Belgium totaled -12.3%. In the other countries, the average annual rates were as follows: Luxembourg (-0.3% per year) and the Netherlands (-23.1% per year).
Import Prices by Country
In 2022, the import price in Benelux amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -6% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a pronounced descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 49%. As a result, import price reached the peak level of $X per ton. From 2021 to 2022, the import prices remained at a somewhat lower figure.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per ton), while Belgium ($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 (+4.7%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.
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- Key market players and their profiles
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
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The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
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8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2023
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2023
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Market Value, 2012–2023
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
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- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
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- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
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- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Production, By Country, 2023
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
- Export Prices, 2012–2023
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