| Product Code: ETC5046497 | Publication Date: Nov 2023 | Updated Date: Nov 2025 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Sachin Kumar Rai | No. of Pages: 60 | No. of Figures: 30 | No. of Tables: 5 |
In 2024, New Zealand`s steam coal import market continued to be dominated by Australian suppliers, reflecting a high level of concentration with a Herfindahl-Hirschman Index (HHI) remaining very high. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) from 2020 to 2024 stood at an impressive 16.59%, indicating a robust upward trend in import volumes. The growth rate from 2023 to 2024 surged by 70.83%, underscoring the acceleration of steam coal imports into New Zealand. These statistics suggest a strong reliance on Australian suppliers and a rapidly expanding market for steam coal in the country.

New Zealand's Steam Coal market is anticipated to experience a stable growth rate of 2.04% by 2027, reflecting trends observed in the largest economy China, followed by India, Japan, Australia and South Korea.

The steam coal market in New Zealand serves the country`s energy needs, particularly in electricity generation and industrial processes. Despite growing awareness of environmental concerns, steam coal continues to play a significant role in the nation`s energy mix, alongside efforts to transition towards cleaner alternatives.
Despite global shifts towards renewable energy, steam coal remains a significant energy source in New Zealand. Industrial demand and energy production needs sustain the market.
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The New Zealand steam coal market operates within regulatory frameworks established by agencies such as the Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) and the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA). These regulations may include environmental standards, mining permits, and safety requirements to govern steam coal extraction, transportation, and use.
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 New Zealand Steam Coal Market Overview |
3.1 New Zealand Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 New Zealand Steam Coal Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 New Zealand Steam Coal Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 New Zealand Steam Coal Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 New Zealand Steam Coal Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
4 New Zealand Steam Coal Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Growing demand for steam coal in the energy generation sector due to its cost-effectiveness and efficiency. |
4.2.2 Increasing investments in infrastructure development projects in New Zealand, which require steam coal for construction and operations. |
4.2.3 Favorable government policies supporting the use of coal for energy generation to ensure energy security and stability. |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Rising environmental concerns and regulations regarding the use of coal, leading to potential restrictions and higher compliance costs. |
4.3.2 Competition from alternative energy sources such as renewable energy, which may impact the demand for steam coal. |
4.3.3 Fluctuations in global coal prices and supply chain disruptions affecting the availability and pricing of steam coal in New Zealand. |
5 New Zealand Steam Coal Market Trends |
6 New Zealand Steam Coal Market Segmentations |
6.1 New Zealand Steam Coal Market, By Application |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 New Zealand Steam Coal Market Revenues & Volume, By Power, 2021-2031F |
6.1.3 New Zealand Steam Coal Market Revenues & Volume, By Cement, 2021-2031F |
6.1.4 New Zealand Steam Coal Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2021-2031F |
7 New Zealand Steam Coal Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 New Zealand Steam Coal Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 New Zealand Steam Coal Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 New Zealand Steam Coal Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average selling price of steam coal in New Zealand. |
8.2 Percentage of energy generation in New Zealand derived from coal. |
8.3 Investment trends in infrastructure projects reliant on steam coal. |
8.4 Carbon emissions intensity of steam coal-based energy generation in New Zealand. |
8.5 Adoption rate of advanced technologies in steam coal mining and processing in New Zealand. |
9 New Zealand Steam Coal Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 New Zealand Steam Coal Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
10 New Zealand Steam Coal Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 New Zealand Steam Coal Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 New Zealand Steam Coal Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations | 13 Disclaimer |