The volume of mechanical and semi-chemical wood pulp imports to Germany has experienced fluctuations over the past decade. Observing the data from 2013 to 2023, there are notable declines and rises such as a significant drop of -29.65% in 2014 followed by substantial increases, including a peak year-on-year of 42.58% in 2022. In 2023, imports stood at 223.34 thousand metric tons, showing a year-on-year growth of 1.06%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years has been 4.53%, indicating overall positive growth.
Looking ahead, forecasted data indicate a continued but modest upward trend in imports, with the volume expected to reach 234.87 thousand metric tons by 2028. The forecasted CAGR from 2024 to 2028 is 0.8%, translating to a forecasted five-year growth rate of 4.08%.
Future trends to watch for include market responses to global pulp price fluctuations, advancements in wood pulp processing technologies, and environmental regulations impacting the supply chain. These factors could influence the stability and growth rate of wood pulp imports to Germany in the coming years.
