In 2023, spruce-fir roundwood imports to Germany stood at 1.25 million cubic meters. The forecast from 2024 to 2028 indicates a steady increase, with values projected at 1.3, 1.36, 1.41, 1.47, and 1.52 million cubic meters, respectively. Year-on-year growth rates are 4.0% from 2024 to 2025, 3.7% from 2025 to 2026, 4.3% from 2026 to 2027, and 3.4% from 2027 to 2028. The compound annual growth rate across this forecasted period averages 3.86%.

Future trends to watch include:

Potential impacts of climate change on forest resources globally, which could affect supply chains.
Changes in German construction and manufacturing sectors that might influence demand.
Regulatory shifts in environmental policies and trade agreements that could alter import dynamics.