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Germany: Lignite Market 2024

Lignite Market Size in Germany

The German lignite market contracted slightly to $X in 2022, standing approx. at the previous year. Overall, consumption showed a mild slump. Lignite consumption peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Lignite Production in Germany

In value terms, lignite production contracted modestly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production saw a slight shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when the production volume increased by 41%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Lignite Exports

Exports from Germany

In 2022, overseas shipments of lignites increased by 9.6% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. In general, exports, however, showed a mild curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when exports increased by 39%. The exports peaked at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, lignite exports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a slight downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2014 with an increase of 32% against the previous year. As a result, the exports attained 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 accounting for 57% of total exports. Switzerland, France, Austria, Slovakia and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 36%.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for Switzerland (with a CAGR of +15.0%), while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, the Czech Republic ($X), Poland ($X) and Switzerland ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for lignite exported from Germany worldwide, with a combined 61% share of total exports.

Switzerland, with a CAGR of +16.4%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of exports, among the main countries of destination 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, growing by 5.6% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the average export price increased by 29%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

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 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 (+3.1%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Lignite Imports

Imports into Germany

In 2022, the amount of lignites imported into Germany dropped remarkably to X tons, reducing by -58.7% against 2021 figures. In general, imports, however, recorded a resilient increase. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 297%. As a result, imports attained the peak of X tons. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, lignite imports fell rapidly to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded prominent growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2020 with an increase of 201% against the previous year. As a result, imports reached the peak of $X. From 2021 to 2022, the growth of imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

In 2022, the Czech Republic (X tons) was the main supplier of lignite to Germany, with a approx. 100% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from the Czech Republic totaled +9.1%.

In value terms, the Czech Republic ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lignites to Germany.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from the Czech Republic stood at +10.6%.

Import Prices by Country

The average lignite import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, picking up by 21% against the previous year. In general, the import price saw a mild increase. As a result, import price reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for the Czech Republic.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the UK amounted to +3.4% per year.

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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 in 2021 were Germany, China and Turkey, together accounting for 43% of global consumption. These countries were followed by Mongolia, the United States, Poland, India, Serbia, the Czech Republic, Bulgaria, Greece, Romania and Lao People's Democratic Republic, which together accounted for a further 46%.

What are the largest producers of lignite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Germany, Indonesia and Turkey, together accounting for 42% 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 largest lignite suppliers to Germany were the Netherlands and the Czech Republic.

What are the leading importers of lignite from Germany?

In value terms, the largest markets for lignite exported from Germany were the Czech Republic, Poland and Belgium, with a combined 61% share of total exports. Switzerland, Austria, France, Slovakia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 29%.

What is the average export price for lignite in Germany?

The average lignite export price stood at $115 per ton in 2021, rising by 11% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lignite in Germany?

In 2021, the average lignite import price amounted to $73 per ton, picking up by 15% 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

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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