Lignite Coal Market

Market Insights

This report, titled “Lignite Coal Market: Growth, Future Prospects, and Competitive Analysis, 2017–2025,” offers strategic insights into the trends in the lignite coal market along with the market size and forecast for the duration of 2017–2025. The said research study incorporates an in-depth analysis of multiple market segments based on application and geographical distribution.

The global lignite coal market is becoming increasingly competitive, with a growing number of mergers and collaborations between market players to reach full capabilities and gain an international footprint. In addition, several players are also focused on developing their niche in the market.

This market’s rapid growth has also resulted in the creation of additional skilled job opportunities in major hubs across North America, Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific.

Based on application, the global lignite coal market is categorized into power generation, agriculture, and others. In addition, lignite coal manufacturing companies, distributors, and academic organizations form the major client types for the lignite coal market.

This report presents the market size (Mn Tons) (US$ Bn) and forecast for all segments considered for the period 2015-2025, as well as their respective CAGRs (%) for the forecast period 2017-2025.

 In terms of geographical distribution, the global lignite coal industry is studied in five major regions, namely, North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa. Market size and forecasts for each regional and country-level market are included in the report for the considered periods. To further elucidate,

The geographical distribution of the global lignite coal market is described as follows:

• North America
  • US.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • France
  • UK.
  • Italy
  • Spain
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • South Korea
  • South-east Asia
  • Rest of Asia Pacific
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Rest of Latin America
• Middle East & Africa
  • GCC Countries
  • South Africa
  • Rest of the Middle East and Africa

Along with the quantitative information sets, this report also provides qualitative information, such as market dynamics and an executive summary of the global lignite coal market. The report also includes tools to help readers with competitive mappings, such as competition assessment and appealing investment propositions. This study concludes with a company profile section. This section includes major information about the key companies engaged in the development and provision of lignite coal.

The global lignite coal market is divided into the following segments based on application:

• Power Generation
• Agriculture
• Others

On the basis of application, the global lignite coal market can be segmented into power generation, fertilizer, and others. In 2015, power generation was the largest application segment and was projected to maintain its dominance during the forecast period. The increasing use of lignite coal as a fuel source for electricity generation is expected to drive segment growth.

The segment is also anticipated to witness high growth over the forecast period. Increasing energy demand, combined with expanding thermal electricity generation capacity across key global geographies, is expected to drive segment growth during the forecast period.

Lignite also finds application in the cultivation and distribution of biological control microbes that suppress plant disease-causing microbes. Increasing application of lignite in preparation for the agriculture industry is anticipated to drive the growth of the agriculture segment over the forecast period (2017–2025).

For the purpose of this study, the global lignite coal market is categorized into:

• North America
• Europe
• Asia Pacific
• Latin America (LATAM)
• Middle East and Africa (MEA)

On the basis of geography, the global lignite coal market can be segmented into North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Latin America, the Middle East, and Africa. In 2015, Europe accounted for the largest share of global lignite coal production and was projected to maintain its dominance during the forecast period.

High production of lignite coal coupled with increasing use of lignite coal, especially in Germany, Greece, Russia, Poland, the Czech Republic, and Serbia, is anticipated to drive market growth in Europe. During the forecast period, it is anticipated that the region will witness robust growth in the demand for lignite coal. Following it, Asia Pacific stood in second place and accounted for a significant share of the global lignite coal market in 2015.

Increasing production of lignite coal in India and Australia, coupled with high demand from thermal power plants and robust demand for electricity, especially in India, is anticipated to drive the demand for lignite coal in the region. Further, favorable regulatory policies due to the growing inclination towards self-sufficiency, especially in India, are anticipated to drive market growth in the region. The region is projected to be the fastest-growing market among regions in the global lignite coal market during the forecast period (2017–2025).

1. Preface
1.1. Report Scope and Description
1.2. Research Methodology
1.2.1. Phase I-Secondary Research
1.2.2. Phase II-Primary Research
1.2.3. Phase II-Expert Panel Review
1.2.4. Assumptions
1.2.5. Approach Adopted

2. Executive Summary
2.1. Global Lignite Market Snapshot
2.1.1. Global Lignite Coal Market, by Application, 2016
2.1.2. Global Lignite Coal Market, by Geography, 2016
2.1.3. Key Players
2.1.4. Drivers, Restrains & Future Prospects

3. Global Lignite Coal Market Dynamics
3.1. Market Overview
3.1.1. Market Definition
3.1.2. Market Size & Forecast, 2015-2025
3.2. Drivers
3.3. Challenges
3.4. Future Prospects
3.5. Impact Analysis of Drivers and Challenges
3.6. Global Production vs. Consumption Scenario (2011-2015)
3.7. Production analysis of top 10 Lignite Coal Producing Countries
3.8. Consumption analysis of top 10 Lignite Coal Consuming Countries
3.9. Porter’s Five Force Analysis
3.9.1. Bargaining Power Of Suppliers
3.9.2. Bargaining Power Of Buyers
3.9.3. Threat Of Substitutes
3.9.4. Threat Of New Entrants
3.9.5. Industry Rivalry

4. Global Lignite Coal Market Size & Forecast (Mn Tons) (US$ Bn), By Application, 2015 – 2025
4.1. Overview
4.1.1. Market Share Analysis by Application, 2016 vs. 2025
4.1.2. Attractive Investment Proposition by Application
4.2. Power Generation
4.3. Fertilizer
4.4. Others (Natural Gas Generation)

5. Global Lignite Coal Market Size & Forecast (Mn Tons) (US$ Bn), By Geography, 2015 – 2025
5.1. Overview
5.1.1. Market Share Analysis by Geography, 2016 vs. 2025
5.1.2. Attractive Investment Proposition by Geography
5.2. North America Lignite Coal Market Analysis, 2015 – 2025
5.2.1. North America Lignite Coal Market Size & Forecast (Mn Tons) (US$ Bn), By Country, 2015 – 2025
5.2.1.1. U.S.
5.2.1.2. Canada
5.2.2. North America Lignite Coal Market Size & Forecast (Mn Tons) (US$ Bn), By Application, 2015 – 2025
5.2.2.1. Power Generation
5.2.2.2. Fertilizer
5.2.2.3. Others (Natural Gas Generation)
5.3. Europe Lignite Coal Market Analysis, 2015 – 2025
5.3.1. Europe Lignite Coal Market Size & Forecast (Mn Tons) (US$ Bn), By Country, 2015 – 2025
5.3.1.1. Germany
5.3.1.2. Poland
5.3.1.3. Kazakhstan
5.3.1.4. Greece
5.3.1.5. Serbia
5.3.1.6. Russia
5.3.1.7. Czech Republic
5.3.1.8. Rest of Europe
5.3.2. Europe Lignite Coal Market Size & Forecast (Mn Tons) (US$ Bn), By Application, 2015 – 2025
5.3.2.1. Power Generation
5.3.2.2. Fertilizer
5.3.2.3. Others (Natural Gas Generation)
5.4. Asia Pacific Lignite Coal Market Analysis , 2015 – 2025
5.4.1. Asia Pacific Lignite Coal Market Size & Forecast (Mn Tons) (US$ Bn), By Country, 2015 – 2025
5.4.1.1. China
5.4.1.2. India
5.4.1.3. Australia
5.4.1.4. Indonesia
5.4.1.5. Rest of Asia Pacific
5.4.2. Asia Pacific Lignite Coal Market Size & Forecast (Mn Tons) (US$ Bn), By Application, 2015 – 2025
5.4.2.1. Power Generation
5.4.2.2. Fertilizer
5.4.2.3. Others (Natural Gas Generation)
5.5. Latin America Lignite Coal Market Analysis , 2015 – 2025
5.5.1. Latin America Lignite Coal Market Size & Forecast (Mn Tons) (US$ Bn), By Country, 2015 – 2025
5.5.1.1. Brazil
5.5.1.2. Mexico
5.5.1.3. Rest of Latin America
5.5.2. Latin America Lignite Coal Market Size & Forecast (Mn Tons) (US$ Bn), By Application, 2015 – 2025
5.5.2.1. Power Generation
5.5.2.2. Fertilizer
5.5.2.3. Others (Natural Gas Generation)
5.6. Middle East & Africa (MEA) Lignite Coal Market Analysis , 2015 – 2025
5.6.1. MEA Lignite Coal Market Size & Forecast (Mn Tons) (US$ Bn), By Region, 2015 – 2025
5.6.1.1. GCC
5.6.1.2. South Africa
5.6.1.3. Turkey
5.6.1.4. Rest of MEA
5.6.2. MEA Lignite Coal Market Size & Forecast (Mn Tons) (US$ Bn), By Application, 2015 – 2025
5.6.2.1. Power Generation
5.6.2.2. Fertilizer
5.6.2.3. Others (Natural Gas Generation)

6. Company Profiles
6.1. Competitive Dashboard
6.2. Key Players
6.2.1. Alliance Holdings GP, L.P.
6.2.1.1. Business Description
6.2.1.2. Financial Information*
6.2.1.3. Product Portfolio
6.2.1.4. Key Developments/ Business Strategies
6.2.1.5. SWOT Analysis
6.2.2. Alliance Resource Partners, L.P.
6.2.3. Alpha Natural Resources, inc.
6.2.4. Arch Coal
6.2.5. China Shenhua Energy Company
6.2.6. Convex Computer
6.2.7. Evergreen Energy
6.2.8. Foundation Coal Holdings, Inc.
6.2.9. International Coal Group
6.2.10. James River Coal Company
6.2.11. Massey Energy
6.2.12. Natural Resource Partners LP
6.2.13. Peabody Energy
6.2.14. Penn Virginia GP Holdings, L.P.
6.2.15. Penn Virginia Resource Partners LP
6.2.16. Westmoreland Coal Company
6.2.17. Other Notable Players

List of Figures

Figure 01: Global Lignite Coal Market Size (Mn Tons) (US$ Bn) & Forecast, 2015-2025
Figure 02: Global Lignite Coal Market Share (Value %) Analysis by Geography, 2016 vs. 2025
Figure 03: Global Lignite Coal Market Investment Proposition by Geography, 2017
Figure 04: North America Lignite Coal Market Investment Proposition by Country, 2017
Figure 05: Europe Lignite Coal Market Investment Proposition by Country, 2017
Figure 06: Asia Pacific Lignite Coal Market Investment Proposition by Country, 2017
Figure 07: Latin America Lignite Coal Market Investment Proposition by Country, 2017
Figure 08: Middle East & Africa Lignite Coal Market Investment Proposition by Country, 2017

List of Tables

Table 01: Global Lignite Coal Market Size Volume (Mn Tons) & Forecast, by Geography, 2015-2025
Table 02: Global Lignite Coal Market Size Value (US$ Bn) & Forecast, by Geography, 2015-2025
Table 03: Global Lignite Coal Market Size Volume (Mn Tons) & Forecast, by Application, 2015-2025
Table 04: Global Lignite Coal Market Size Value (US$ Bn) & Forecast, by Application, 2015-2025
Table 05: North America Lignite Coal Market Size Volume (Mn Tons) & Forecast, by Country, 2015-2025
Table 06: North America Lignite Coal Market Size Value (US$ Bn) & Forecast, by Country, 2015-2025
Table 07: North America Lignite Coal Market Size Volume (Mn Tons) & Forecast, by Application, 2015-2025
Table 08: North America Lignite Coal Market Size Value (US$ Bn) & Forecast, by Application, 2015-2025
Table 09: Europe Lignite Coal Market Size Volume (Mn Tons) & Forecast, by Country, 2015-2025
Table 10: Europe Lignite Coal Market Size Value (US$ Bn) & Forecast, by Country, 2015-2025
Table 11: Europe Lignite Coal Market Size Volume (Mn Tons) & Forecast, by Application, 2015-2025
Table 12: Europe Lignite Coal Market Size Value (US$ Bn) & Forecast, by Application, 2015-2025
Table 13: Asia Pacific Lignite Coal Market Size Volume (Mn Tons) & Forecast, by Country, 2015-2025
Table 14: Asia Pacific Lignite Coal Market Size Value (US$ Bn) & Forecast, by Country, 2015-2025
Table 15: Asia Pacific Lignite Coal Market Size Volume (Mn Tons) & Forecast, by Application, 2015-2025
Table 16: Asia Pacific Lignite Coal Market Size Value (US$ Bn) & Forecast, by Application, 2015-202
Table 17: Latin America Lignite Coal Market Size Volume (Mn Tons) & Forecast, by Country, 2015-2025
Table 18: Latin America Lignite Coal Market Size Value (US$ Bn) & Forecast, by Country, 2015-2025
Table 19: Latin America Lignite Coal Market Size Volume (Mn Tons) & Forecast, by Application, 2015-2025
Table 20: Latin America Lignite Coal Market Size Value (US$ Bn) & Forecast, by Application, 2015-2025
Table 21: MEA Lignite Coal Market Size Volume (Mn Tons) & Forecast, by Country, 2015-2025
Table 22: MEA Lignite Coal Market Size Value (US$ Bn) & Forecast, by Country, 2015-2025
Table 23: MEA Lignite Coal Market Size Volume (Mn Tons) & Forecast, by Application, 2015-2025
Table 24: MEA Lignite Coal Market Size Value (US$ Bn) & Forecast, by Application, 2015-2025