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Thailand: Lignite Market 2024

Lignite Market Size in Thailand

The Thai lignite market dropped slightly to $X in 2022, with a decrease of -3.2% against the previous year. In general, consumption showed a abrupt curtailment. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 with an increase of 9.1% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the market reached the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Lignite Production in Thailand

In value terms, lignite production dropped sharply to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Overall, production recorded a dramatic curtailment. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2021 when the production volume increased by 226%. Over the period under review, production reached the maximum level at $X in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, production remained at a lower figure.

Lignite Exports

Exports from Thailand

In 2017, shipments abroad of lignites decreased by 0% to X tons, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of decline. Over the period under review, exports showed a significant increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 when exports increased by 117%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the maximum at X tons in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2017, the exports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, lignite exports stood at $X in 2017. In general, exports continue to indicate a abrupt shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when exports increased by 23%. The exports peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2017, the exports failed to regain momentum.

Exports by Country

China (X tons) was the main destination for lignite exports from Thailand, accounting for a approx. 100% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2017, the average annual growth rate of volume to China stood at +30.3%.

From 2012 to 2017, the average annual growth rate of value to China amounted to -10.2%.

Export Prices by Country

The average lignite export price stood at $X per ton in 2017, standing approx. at the previous year. Over the period under review, the export price continues to indicate a significant decline. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the average export price decreased by -43.2%. Over the period under review, the average export prices reached the maximum at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2017, the export prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2017, the rate of growth in terms of prices for China amounted to -31.1% per year.

Lignite Imports

Imports into Thailand

In 2022, lignite imports into Thailand shrank sharply to X tons, reducing by -24.3% against the previous year's figure. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2016 with an increase of 538%. Imports peaked at X tons in 2021, and then shrank sharply in the following year.

In value terms, lignite imports shrank sharply to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, recorded a significant expansion. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2016 when imports increased by 145% against the previous year. Imports peaked at $X in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Lao People's Democratic Republic (X tons) was the main lignite supplier to Thailand, with a approx. 99.9% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Lao People's Democratic Republic totaled +3.2%.

In value terms, Lao People's Democratic Republic ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lignites to Thailand.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Lao People's Democratic Republic amounted to +3.7%.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average lignite import price amounted to $X per ton, leveling off at the previous year. In general, the import price showed a dramatic shrinkage. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 an increase of 60% against the previous year. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, import prices remained at a lower figure.

As there is only one major supplying country, the average price level is determined by prices for Lao People's Democratic Republic.

From 2012 to 2022, the rate of growth in terms of prices for Lao People's Democratic Republic amounted to +0.7% 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, with a combined 43% share 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, 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 comprising a further 46%.

What are the leading suppliers of lignite to Thailand?

In value terms, Lao People's Democratic Republic constituted the largest supplier of lignite to Thailand.

What is the average export price for lignite in Thailand?

The average lignite export price stood at $483 per ton in 2021, remaining stable against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lignite in Thailand?

The average lignite import price stood at $30 per ton in 2021, dropping by -5.6% against the previous year.

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