The Polish LPG market is one of the largest in the European Union. After a period of steady growth, Poland's total LPG consumption has stabilised at 2.5 million tonnes in recent years. Although it trails behind Italy and Germany, it is comparable to the markets of the UK, France, and the Netherlands. Since 2022, the focus has shifted towards diversifying import sources. By 2023, the share of LPG imported from Russia had fallen to 46%, with a completely new supply landscape expected to emerge by 2025. This transformation not only aims to strengthen energy security but also opens up new opportunities for international partnerships, as global distributors look to tap into the Polish market. Poland’s strategic location in Central Europe, along with its growing reputation as a reliable partner, also positions the country as a key supplier to Ukraine, which is on the path to EU membership.
The Polish market is characterised by a relatively liberal legislative framework and robust competition, with the Autogas and pressure vessel segments being particularly well developed. Unlike other European Union markets, road transport is the most prominent sector in Poland, making it the leading Autogas country in Europe. With approximately 3 million cars running on LPG — over 13% of the total registered vehicle fleet — this segment consumes nearly 1.9 million tonnes of fuel annually, resulting in a reduction of greenhouse gas emissions by one million tonnes. Drivers appreciate the widespread availability of Autogas, which is the most affordable transportation fuel and is sold at 7,400 stations across the country.
The second largest segment of Poland's liquid gas market is domestic heating, which accounts for 9.4% of total consumption and has shown steady growth. This increase is driven by heightened awareness of the dangers associated with the widespread use of coal furnaces. Poland continues to grapple with poor air quality, linked to high rates of respiratory illnesses. Since 2018, public pressure and legislative measures have prompted a wave of heating system upgrades, gradually replacing coal with electricity, gas, and biomass. However, the two million remaining low-quality solid-fuel heating systems present significant market opportunities.
The agricultural segment, comprising 5% of total consumption, and the industrial segment, accounting for 7.6%, have also experienced robust growth in recent years. Poland is a major food exporter and the largest poultry producer in the European Union. While food processing plants have traditionally been significant consumers of liquid gas, the energy crisis has led other industries — such as glassworks and foundries — to adopt LPG as well. The construction of a new propane dehydrogenation (PDH) plant is expected to further boost market demand. Additionally, emerging biogas plants are now looking to propane to enhance the calorific value of their products.
Poland’s dynamic market, supported by solid fundamentals, presents a compelling opportunity for the LPG industry. As the country addresses the challenges of energy transition and decarbonisation, the liquid gas sector is well-positioned to play a key role, leveraging its technological expertise to support Poland’s evolving energy landscape.
