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France: Coal Market 2024

Coal Market Size in France

In 2022, the French coal market increased by X% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after three years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, the market attained the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Coal Exports

Exports from France

In 2022, the amount of coal exported from France reduced rapidly to X tons, which is down by X% against the year before. Over the period under review, exports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by X%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then shrank significantly in the following year.

In value terms, coal exports dropped markedly to $X in 2022. In general, exports, however, continue to indicate resilient growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 when exports increased by X% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then declined remarkably in the following year.

Exports by Country

Poland (X tons), Belgium (X tons) and Spain (X tons) were the main destinations of coal exports from France, together comprising X% of total exports.

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

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

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

Export Prices by Country

The average coal export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, rising by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a prominent expansion. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 an increase of X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum in 2022 and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Thailand ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Spain ($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 Albania (X%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Coal Imports

Imports into France

In 2022, purchases abroad of coal increased by X% to X tons, rising for the second consecutive year after three years of decline. Over the period under review, imports, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, coal imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports, however, continue to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Australia (X tons) constituted the largest supplier of coal to France, accounting for a X% share of total imports. Moreover, coal imports from Australia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, South Africa (X tons), twofold. The third position in this ranking was held by the United States (X tons), with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Australia totaled X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: South Africa (X% per year) and the United States (X% per year).

In value terms, Australia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of coal to France, comprising X% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by the United States ($X), with a X% share of total imports. It was followed by South Africa, with a X% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Australia stood at X%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (X% per year) and South Africa (X% per year).

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average coal import price amounted to $X per ton, rising by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the average import price increased by X% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices hit record highs in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

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 Poland ($X per ton), while the price for Russia ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Poland (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?

The country with the largest volume of coal consumption was China, 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?

China remains the largest coal producing country worldwide, accounting for 47% of total volume. Moreover, coal production in China exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest producer, India, fivefold. The third position in this ranking was occupied by Indonesia, with an 8.6% share.

What are the leading suppliers of coal to France?

In value terms, Russia, Australia and Colombia constituted the largest coal suppliers to France, together accounting for 69% of total imports. The United States, South Africa, the Netherlands and Belgium lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 27%.

What are the leading importers of coal from France?

In value terms, Poland emerged as the key foreign market for coal exports from France, comprising 66% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Germany, with a 15% share of total exports. It was followed by Belgium, with a 6.6% share.

What is the average export price for coal in France?

The average coal export price stood at $226 per ton in 2021, growing by 124% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for coal in France?

The average coal import price stood at $147 per ton in 2021, surging by 27% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the coal market in France. 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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Country coverage:

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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 France
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