Report Update Nov 1, 2024

Ireland - Lignite - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights

Single report

Sent by email within 24h (Mon-Fri)

$599 Basic Edition

$2095 Professional Edition

What's the difference?

Subscription

Online access and download

from $350/month

Get instant access to more than 2 million reports, dashboards, and datasets on the IndexBox Platform.

View Pricing

Ireland: Lignite Market 2024

Lignite Market Size in Ireland

The Irish lignite market totaled $X in 2022, increasing by 8.8% against the previous year. This figure reflects the total revenues of producers and importers (excluding logistics costs, retail marketing costs, and retailers' margins, which will be included in the final consumer price). Over the period under review, consumption recorded a abrupt decrease. Lignite consumption peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Lignite Exports

Exports from Ireland

In 2022, after three years of growth, there was significant decline in shipments abroad of lignites, when their volume decreased by -10.3% to X tons. In general, exports, however, saw a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 85% against the previous year. As a result, the exports reached the peak of X tons, and then dropped in the following year.

In value terms, lignite exports shrank dramatically to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, saw a prominent expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2021 with an increase of 151%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X, and then declined rapidly in the following year.

Exports by Country

The UK (X tons) was the main destination for lignite exports from Ireland, accounting for a approx. 99% share of total exports.

From 2015 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to the UK stood at +12.1%.

In value terms, the UK ($X) also remains the key foreign market for lignites exports from Ireland.

From 2015 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value to the UK totaled +11.2%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average lignite export price amounted to $X per ton, dropping by -25.9% against the previous year. In general, the export price continues to indicate a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the average export price increased by 36% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the average export prices hit record highs at $X per ton in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major export destination, the average price level is determined by prices for the UK.

From 2015 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for the Netherlands amounted to +2.7% per year.

Lignite Imports

Imports into Ireland

In 2022, approx. X tons of lignites were imported into Ireland; remaining stable against 2021. Over the period under review, imports continue to indicate a deep slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 91% against the previous year. Imports peaked at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, lignite imports stood at $X in 2022. Overall, imports saw a abrupt decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2018 when imports increased by 99% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Imports by Country

Germany (X tons), the UK (X tons) and China (X tons) were the main suppliers of lignite imports to Ireland, with a combined 98% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main suppliers, was attained by the UK (with a CAGR of +45.7%), while imports for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

In value terms, the largest lignite suppliers to Ireland were the UK ($X), Germany ($X) and China ($X), with a combined 97% share of total imports.

Among the main suppliers, the UK, with a CAGR of +49.7%, saw the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

The average lignite import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, standing approx. at the previous year. In general, the import price saw modest growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average import price increased by 18% against the previous year. The import price peaked in 2022 and is expected to retain growth in the immediate term.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major supplying countries. In 2022, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was the UK ($X per ton), while the price for Germany ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Colombia (+8.7%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

Source: IndexBox Platform

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, with a combined 43% share 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, 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 Ireland?

In value terms, the largest lignite suppliers to Ireland were Germany and the UK.

What are the leading importers of lignite from Ireland?

In value terms, the UK remains the key foreign market for lignite exports from Ireland.

What is the average export price for lignite in Ireland?

In 2021, the average lignite export price amounted to $192 per ton, shrinking by -2.2% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lignite in Ireland?

In 2021, the average lignite import price amounted to $175 per ton, stabilizing at the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lignite market in Ireland. 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.

Product coverage:

Country coverage:

Ireland

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Ireland
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

Reasons to buy this report:

Take advantage of the latest data
Find deeper insights into current market developments
Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
How to load your idle production capacity
How to boost your sales on overseas markets
How to increase your profit margins
How to make your supply chain more sustainable
How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
How to outsource production to other countries
How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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
This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
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