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United Kingdom: Lignite Market 2024

Lignite Market Size in the UK

In 2022, the UK lignite market increased by 88% to $X, rising for the third year in a row after three years of decline. In general, consumption enjoyed a buoyant expansion. As a result, consumption reached the peak level and is likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

Lignite Production in the UK

In value terms, lignite production stood at $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production, however, showed a relatively flat trend pattern. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 with an increase of 33%. Over the period under review, production attained the maximum level at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, production failed to regain momentum.

Lignite Exports

Exports from the UK

In 2022, overseas shipments of lignites were finally on the rise to reach X tons after two years of decline. In general, exports, however, showed a drastic downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by 132% 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 soared to $X in 2022. Overall, exports, however, recorded a deep downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by 111%. Over the period under review, the exports hit record highs at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

Ireland (X tons) was the main destination for lignite exports from the UK, with a 57% share of total exports. Moreover, lignite exports to Ireland exceeded the volume sent to the second major destination, Belgium (X tons), threefold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume to Ireland stood at -13.3%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Belgium (+2,311.3% per year) and France (0.0% per year).

In value terms, Ireland ($X) remains the key foreign market for lignites exports from the UK, comprising 58% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was taken by Belgium ($X), with an 18% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value to Ireland stood at -11.5%. Exports to the other major destinations recorded the following average annual rates of exports growth: Belgium (+699,883.3% per year) and France (0.0% per year).

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average lignite export price amounted to $X per ton, increasing by 45% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, showed a noticeable descent. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 when the average export price increased by 82%. Over the period under review, the average export prices attained the peak figure at $X per ton in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2022, the export prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably for the major export markets. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Belgium ($X per ton), while the average price for exports to France ($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 Belgium (+28,947.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced mixed trend patterns.

Lignite Imports

Imports into the UK

In 2022, purchases abroad of lignites increased by 362% to X tons, rising for the second year in a row after four years of decline. In general, imports posted a strong expansion. As a result, imports attained the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

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

Imports by Country

In 2022, Germany (X tons) was the main lignite supplier to the UK, with a 93% share of total imports. Moreover, lignite imports from Germany exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, the United States (X tons), more than tenfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of volume from Germany totaled +20.5%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (-2.0% per year) and Ireland (+41.8% per year).

In value terms, Germany ($X) constituted the largest supplier of lignites to the UK, comprising 67% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by the United States ($X), with a 28% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value from Germany stood at +30.6%. The remaining supplying countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: the United States (+0.5% per year) and Ireland (+57.0% per year).

Import Prices by Country

The average lignite import price stood at $X per ton in 2022, falling by -36.1% against the previous year. In general, the import price continues to indicate a drastic downturn. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2015 an increase of 106%. The import price peaked at $X per ton in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2022, import prices failed to regain momentum.

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

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Ireland (+10.8%), while the prices for the other major suppliers experienced more modest paces of growth.

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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 accounting for a further 46%.

What are the leading suppliers of lignite to the UK?

In value terms, the largest lignite suppliers to the UK were the United States, Germany and Ireland, with a combined 99% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of lignite from the UK?

In value terms, Ireland remains the key foreign market for lignite exports from the UK, comprising 90% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by Canada, with an 8.1% share of total exports.

What is the average export price for lignite in the UK?

In 2021, the average lignite export price amounted to $236 per ton, dropping by -52% against the previous year.

What is the average import price for lignite in the UK?

The average lignite import price stood at $459 per ton in 2021, waning by -36.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the lignite market in the UK. 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 UK
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

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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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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
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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
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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