The total volume of engineered wood imports to Italy has seen fluctuations over the past years. From 2013 to 2023, values ranged from 985.35 thousand cubic meters to 1470 thousand cubic meters. The most notable changes include a robust growth of 37.49% in 2014 and a significant drop of 6.73% in 2020. Recently, in 2023, the volume was 1470 thousand cubic meters, representing a 3.9% decline from the previous year. Over the past five years, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) has been around 2.36%.
Future imports are expected to grow moderately, with forecasted values reaching 1600 thousand cubic meters by 2028 and a projected 5-year CAGR of 1.41%. Long-term trends indicate a steady but slow increase in imports.
Future trends to watch for include:
• Economic stability in Italy, which could impact import volumes.
• Trade policies and international relations that may influence supply chains.
• Developments in sustainable practices and the demand for engineered wood products.
