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India: Lignite Market 2024

Lignite Market Size in India

The Indian lignite market declined slightly to $X in 2022, remaining constant against the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a pronounced descent. Over the period under review, the market hit record highs at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Lignite Production in India

In value terms, lignite production contracted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, saw a deep setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the production volume increased by 26%. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Lignite Exports

Exports from India

In 2022, the amount of lignites exported from India shrank dramatically to X tons, with a decrease of -16.9% compared with 2021. Overall, exports faced a precipitous shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 when exports increased by 1,065% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, lignite exports contracted notably to $X in 2022. In general, exports continue to indicate a abrupt downturn. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 1,190% against the previous year. The exports peaked at $X in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Saudi Arabia (X tons) was the main destination for lignite exports from India, with a 57% share of total exports. Moreover, lignite exports to Saudi Arabia exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Oman (X tons), fivefold. The third position in this ranking was held by the United Arab Emirates (X tons), with an 8% share.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume to Saudi Arabia amounted to +41.2%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Oman (+26.0% per year) and the United Arab Emirates (-15.1% per year).

In value terms, Saudi Arabia ($X), Oman ($X) and Indonesia ($X) were the largest markets for lignite exported from India worldwide, with a combined 70% share of total exports.

Saudi Arabia, with a CAGR of +37.3%, saw the highest rates of growth with regard to the value of exports, in terms of 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

In 2022, the average lignite export price amounted to $X per ton, shrinking by -32.2% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price, however, continues to indicate prominent growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 when the average export price increased by 163%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 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 Indonesia ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Nepal ($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 Egypt (+17.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Lignite Imports

Imports into India

Lignite imports into India skyrocketed to X tons in 2022, jumping by 3,278% compared with the previous year. Overall, imports enjoyed a significant expansion. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, lignite imports surged to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed a significant expansion. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Indonesia (X tons) was the main supplier of lignite to India, with a 95% share of total imports. Moreover, lignite imports from Indonesia exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, China (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Indonesia amounted to +31,522.8%.

In value terms, Indonesia ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lignites to India, comprising 95% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by China ($X), with a 5.2% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value from Indonesia totaled +40,864.6%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average lignite import price amounted to $X per ton, declining by -23.4% against the previous year. Overall, the import price continues to indicate a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 an increase of 18%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was China ($X per ton), while the price for Indonesia totaled $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Indonesia (+29.4%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced a decline.

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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 comprising 43% of global consumption. 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 largest producers of lignite in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of in 2021 were Germany, Indonesia and Turkey, with a combined 42% 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 India?

In value terms, China constituted the largest supplier of lignite to India, comprising 91% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by the United States, with an 8.9% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of lignite from India?

In value terms, Singapore, Saudi Arabia and Oman constituted the largest markets for lignite exported from India worldwide, together comprising 79% of total exports.

What is the average export price for lignite in India?

In 2021, the average lignite export price amounted to $1,456 per ton, picking up by 21% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lignite in India?

In 2021, the average lignite import price amounted to $163 per ton, with a decrease of -33.7% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lignite market in India. 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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Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in India
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Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
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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
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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
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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