| Product Code: ETC038180 | Publication Date: Jul 2023 | Updated Date: Mar 2026 | Product Type: Report | |
| Publisher: 6Wresearch | Author: Ravi Bhandari | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 |
Saudi Arabia`s coal market witnessed a notable decline in imports from 2020 to 2024, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of -82.61%. This drastic decrease in import momentum could be attributed to shifting demand patterns or market instability, prompting a reevaluation of trade strategies for stakeholders in the industry.

Saudi Arabia is the largest producer and exporter of oil in the world. However, due to growing electricity demand, it has started exploring other energy sources including coal. Saudi Arabia has taken up several projects such as building new power plants that will use imported coal as a fuel source for producing clean energy. The coal market in Saudi Arabia is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.1% during 2025-2031 driven by increasing demand from domestic industry and services sectors, government initiatives towards diversifying its energy mix and rising investments in renewable sources of energy.
Growing Electricity Demand with rapid population growth coupled with economic development, electricity consumption in Saudi Arabia is expected to increase significantly over the coming years leading to an increased demand for coal. The government of Saudi Arabia has outlined plans on diversifying its energy mix which includes utilising thermal fuels like coal which can help reduce crude oil usage and provide a reliable supply of electricity across the country. Increasing investments into renewable projects are encouraging private entities looking to develop solar and wind power generation projects which could lead to further expansion in future.
Environmental Regulations ?? Coal burning leads to high emissions like carbon dioxide (CO2), sulfur dioxide (SO2) etc., leading countries across the globe imposing environmental regulations on their industries while optimising their resources responsibly due large scale pollution caused by them . This could potentially hamper the growth prospects of this market going forward if stringent measures are adopted by governments worldwide against utilizing thermal fuels like coal.
The Covid-19 pandemic had a major impact on global economy thereby affecting every aspect related thereto including commodities markets where prices dropped drastically owing mainly reduced industrial activity across many countries worldwide . Similarly ,the demand for steam/thermal grade coals saw significant decline due largely disruption caused by lockdowns imposed globally resulting lesser production output from these affected regions negatively impacting overall mining & transport activities associated with it thus hindering growth prospects for this industry over short term period under.
The key players operating in the Saudi Arabia coal market include, Ma`aden, Saudi Arabia Mining Company (Ma??aden), Al Rajhi Group, King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC), and ACWA Power International.
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 Saudi Arabia Coal Market Overview |
3.1 Saudi Arabia Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Saudi Arabia Coal Market Revenues & Volume, 2022 & 2032F |
3.3 Saudi Arabia Coal Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Saudi Arabia Coal Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Saudi Arabia Coal Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Types, 2022 & 2032F |
3.6 Saudi Arabia Coal Market Revenues & Volume Share, By End-Users, 2022 & 2032F |
4 Saudi Arabia Coal Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increased industrialization and infrastructure development in Saudi Arabia |
4.2.2 Growing demand for energy in various sectors |
4.2.3 Government initiatives to diversify energy sources and reduce reliance on oil |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Environmental concerns and pressure to reduce carbon emissions |
4.3.2 Competition from alternative energy sources like renewables |
4.3.3 Volatility in global coal prices |
5 Saudi Arabia Coal Market Trends |
6 Saudi Arabia Coal Market, By Types |
6.1 Saudi Arabia Coal Market, By Types |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Saudi Arabia Coal Market Revenues & Volume, By Types, 2022-2032F |
6.1.3 Saudi Arabia Coal Market Revenues & Volume, By Bituminous Coal, 2022-2032F |
6.1.4 Saudi Arabia Coal Market Revenues & Volume, By Sub-Bituminous Coal, 2022-2032F |
6.1.5 Saudi Arabia Coal Market Revenues & Volume, By Anthracite, 2022-2032F |
6.1.6 Saudi Arabia Coal Market Revenues & Volume, By Lignite, 2022-2032F |
6.2 Saudi Arabia Coal Market, By End-Users |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Saudi Arabia Coal Market Revenues & Volume, By Electricity, 2022-2032F |
6.2.3 Saudi Arabia Coal Market Revenues & Volume, By Steel, 2022-2032F |
6.2.4 Saudi Arabia Coal Market Revenues & Volume, By Cement, 2022-2032F |
6.2.5 Saudi Arabia Coal Market Revenues & Volume, By Others, 2022-2032F |
7 Saudi Arabia Coal Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Saudi Arabia Coal Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Saudi Arabia Coal Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Saudi Arabia Coal Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average selling price of coal in Saudi Arabia |
8.2 Number of new coal-fired power plants or industrial facilities using coal |
8.3 Percentage of energy generated from coal compared to total energy consumption in the country |
9 Saudi Arabia Coal Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Saudi Arabia Coal Market Opportunity Assessment, By Types, 2022 & 2032F |
9.2 Saudi Arabia Coal Market Opportunity Assessment, By End-Users, 2022 & 2032F |
10 Saudi Arabia Coal Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Saudi Arabia Coal Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2025 |
10.2 Saudi Arabia Coal Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
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