In 2023, the imports of Non-Coniferous Sawnwood to the Netherlands stood at 326.3 thousand cubic meters. From 2024 onwards, the forecasted values indicate a declining trend:
- 2024: 318.2 thousand cubic meters, a decrease of about 2.5% from 2023.
- 2025: 310.1 thousand cubic meters, down 2.5% from 2024.
- 2026: 302.0 thousand cubic meters, a decline of another 2.6% from 2025.
- 2027: 294.0 thousand cubic meters, dropping 2.6% from 2026.
- 2028: 286.1 thousand cubic meters, decreasing by 2.7% from 2027.
The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) from 2024 to 2028 is approximately -2.6%.
Future trends to watch for include potential shifts in building regulations favoring non-coniferous wood, changes in trade policies, economic fluctuations affecting construction demand, and advancements in wood processing technologies that could influence import volumes.