The forecast for the import of sawnwood to Italy indicates a steady year-on-year decrease in volume from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the actual import volume stood at 4.6098 million cubic meters. Comparing 2024 to 2023, the decrease is 0.8%. From 2024 to 2025, the fall is 0.8%, and subsequently, the decrease continues at a consistent rate of approximately 0.76% annually down to 2028.
The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years illustrates an approximate average annual decline of 0.76%. This continuous decrease in import volume could be attributed to factors such as shifts in domestic supply capabilities, improvements in sawnwood production efficiency, or changes in market demand dynamics.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of environmental policies, technological advancements in sustainable forestry, and economic factors influencing both supply chains and consumption patterns in the sawnwood market. Monitoring these trends could offer deeper insights into the long-term trajectory of sawnwood imports to Italy.
