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Scandinavia: Lignite Market 2024

Lignite Market Size in Scandinavia

The Scandinavia lignite market totaled $X in 2022, almost unchanged from the previous year. Over the period under review, consumption, however, continues to indicate a noticeable reduction. As a result, consumption reached the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the market remained at a lower figure.

Lignite Production in Scandinavia

In value terms, lignite production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production saw a relatively flat trend pattern. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when the production volume increased by 18% against the previous year. Over the period under review, production reached the peak level at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Lignite Exports

Exports in Scandinavia

Lignite exports shrank significantly to X tons in 2022, reducing by -15.2% compared with the year before. In general, exports recorded a abrupt shrinkage. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2016 when exports increased by 548% against the previous year. The volume of export peaked at X tons in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

In value terms, lignite exports expanded significantly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports recorded a abrupt decrease. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 89% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.

Exports by Country

Norway was the key exporter of lignites in Scandinavia, with the volume of exports amounting to X tons, which was near 84% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Sweden (X tons), generating a 16% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, average annual rates of growth with regard to lignite exports from Norway stood at -8.3%. Sweden experienced a relatively flat trend pattern. While the share of Sweden (+8.5 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2012-2022, the share of Norway (-8.5 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, Norway ($X) remains the largest lignite supplier in Scandinavia, comprising 98% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Sweden ($X), with a 1.6% share of total exports.

In Norway, lignite exports declined by an average annual rate of -18.2% over the period from 2012-2022.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the export price in Scandinavia amounted to $X per ton, surging by 36% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, continues to indicate a abrupt downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2020 an increase of 360% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices reached the peak figure at $X per ton in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Norway ($X per ton), while Sweden amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Sweden (-7.8%).

Lignite Imports

Imports in Scandinavia

In 2022, overseas purchases of lignites were finally on the rise to reach X tons for the first time since 2019, thus ending a two-year declining trend. In general, imports, however, faced a deep reduction. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2019 when imports increased by 296% against the previous year. 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, lignite imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, showed a dramatic slump. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when imports increased by 55% against the previous year. As a result, imports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

The countries with the highest levels of lignite imports in 2022 were Norway (X tons) and Sweden (X tons), together accounting for 100% of total import.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of purchases, amongst the main importing countries, was attained by Sweden (with a CAGR of -2.5%).

In value terms, Norway ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported lignites in Scandinavia, comprising 64% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Sweden ($X), with a 28% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Norway totaled -34.6%.

Import Prices by Country

The import price in Scandinavia stood at $X per ton in 2022, dropping by -28.8% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the import price recorded a abrupt curtailment. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the import price increased by 79% against the previous year. Over the period under review, import prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Norway ($X per ton), while Sweden amounted to $X per ton.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Sweden (-8.8%).

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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lignite market in Scandinavia. 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
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Production in Scandinavia, split by region and country
Trade (exports and imports) in Scandinavia
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. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
3. 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
2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2023
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
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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11. COUNTRY PROFILES

The Largest Markets And Their Profiles
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- Finland
- Norway
- Sweden
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, By Country, 2018–2023
5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
6. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
7. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
8. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2023
9. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
10. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
11. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2023
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
2. Market Value, 2012–2023
3. Consumption, By Country, 2023
4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
10. Production Volume And Growth
11. Exports And Growth
12. Export Prices And Growth
13. Market Size And Growth
14. Per Capita Consumption
15. Imports And Growth
16. Import Prices
17. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
18. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
19. Production, By Country, 2023
20. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
21. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
22. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
24. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
25. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
26. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2023
27. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2023
28. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2023
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2023
30. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
31. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2023
32. Export Prices, 2012–2023