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United Arab Emirates: Lignite Market 2024

Lignite Market Size in the United Arab Emirates

In 2022, the lignite market in the United Arab Emirates was finally on the rise to reach $X after three years of decline. Overall, consumption, however, showed a abrupt decline. As a result, consumption attained the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, the growth of the market failed to regain momentum.

Lignite Production in the United Arab Emirates

In value terms, lignite production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production faced a significant decline. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 with a decrease of 99.9%. Lignite production peaked at $X in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Lignite Exports

Exports from the United Arab Emirates

In 2022, exports of lignites from the United Arab Emirates declined to X tons, with a decrease of -12.9% compared with 2021. Over the period under review, exports, however, recorded a mild increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 when exports increased by 344% against the previous year. The exports peaked at X tons in 2013; however, from 2014 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, lignite exports reduced modestly to $X in 2022. Overall, exports continue to indicate a abrupt descent. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 206%. As a result, the exports attained the peak of $X. From 2014 to 2022, the growth of the exports remained at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Egypt (X tons), Iraq (X tons) and Oman (X tons) were the main destinations of lignite exports from the United Arab Emirates, together comprising 89% of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Oman (with a CAGR of +33.1%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, Egypt ($X), Iraq ($X) and Oman ($X) constituted the largest markets for lignite exported from the United Arab Emirates worldwide, together accounting for 93% of total exports.

Oman, with a CAGR of +6.2%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, in terms of the main countries of destination over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced a decline.

Export Prices by Country

The average lignite export price stood at $X per ton in 2022, surging by 14% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, saw a abrupt shrinkage. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2014 an increase of 76%. The export price peaked at $X per ton in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

There were significant differences in the average prices for the major external markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Iraq ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to Pakistan ($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 (-7.0%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced a decline.

Lignite Imports

Imports into the United Arab Emirates

In 2022, purchases abroad of lignites was finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. Over the period under review, imports, however, recorded a drastic downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 400% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the peak figure at X tons in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, lignite imports reduced to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, saw a noticeable contraction. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2014 when imports increased by 352%. Imports peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.

Imports by Country

Saudi Arabia (X tons), the United States (X tons) and India (X tons) were the main suppliers of lignite imports to the United Arab Emirates, together comprising 97% of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the biggest increases were recorded for the United States (with a CAGR of +28.7%), while purchases for the other leaders experienced a decline.

In value terms, Saudi Arabia ($X), India ($X) and the United States ($X) constituted the largest lignite suppliers to the United Arab Emirates, with a combined 98% share of total imports.

The United States, with a CAGR of +26.5%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, among the main suppliers over the period under review, while purchases for the other leaders experienced mixed trend patterns.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average lignite import price amounted to $X per ton, with a decrease of -21.9% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed a resilient expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 an increase of 171% against the previous year. Over the period under review, average import prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2021, and then dropped rapidly in the following year.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Saudi Arabia ($X per ton), while the price for Hungary ($X per ton) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Saudi Arabia (+13.5%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced mixed trend patterns.

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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. 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 leading suppliers of lignite to the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, India, Saudi Arabia and the United States were the largest lignite suppliers to the United Arab Emirates, with a combined 97% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of lignite from the United Arab Emirates?

In value terms, Oman, Iraq and Egypt were the largest markets for lignite exported from the United Arab Emirates worldwide, together comprising 91% of total exports.

What is the average export price for lignite in the United Arab Emirates?

The average lignite export price stood at $240 per ton in 2021, picking up by 6.3% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lignite in the United Arab Emirates?

The average lignite import price stood at $508 per ton in 2021, with a decrease of -24.3% against the previous year.

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

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A Quick Overview of Market Performance
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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
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Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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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
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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