The European sawmilling and planing of wood industry shows significant variation in hours worked by country for 2024. Poland leads with 57.612 million hours, followed closely by Germany at 52.377 million hours, and Romania at 45.406 million hours. Countries like Latvia, Sweden, Austria, and Croatia follow, while nations such as Greece and Cyprus contribute minimally. Year-on-year variations highlight Germany's notable increase of 4.7%, Finland's rise by 6.01%, and Italy's sharp decline of 12.81%. Longer-term trends reveal modest growth in multiple countries, yet some like Greece and Cyprus experience consistent reductions.
Future trends to watch include the impact of technological advancements and automation on labor requirements, shifts in demand for wooden products, and potential regulatory changes affecting forestry practices. Countries with declining hours may need strategic adjustments, whereas those with growing metrics could benefit from investing in workforce training and sustainable practices.
Top countries in Sawmilling and Planing of Wood Hours Worked by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Hours | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Poland | 57,612,000 | 2023 | +1.09% | -0.11% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 52,377,000 | 2023 | +5.38% | +4.7% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Romania | 45,406,000 | 2023 | -1.83% | +0.28% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Latvia | 20,246,000 | 2023 | -0.032% | +1.99% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Sweden | 17,689,000 | 2023 | +0.43% | -2.98% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Austria | 16,350,000 | 2023 | -0.87% | -0.51% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Croatia | 16,342,000 | 2023 | +2.56% | +1.21% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Bosnia and Herzegovina | 15,573,000 | 2023 | +1.42% | +1% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 11,966,000 | 2023 | +0.27% | +6.01% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 11,524,000 | 2023 | -2.31% | -0.86% | View data |
