The forecast for the import of non-coniferous hoopwood, split poles, pile, pickets, and stakes to Italy shows a consistent downward trend from 2024 to 2028, starting at 4.1462 million kilograms in 2024 and declining to 3.2981 million kilograms by 2028. Compared to 2023, where the import volume was slightly higher, each subsequent year experiences a decrease. This signifies a year-on-year average decrease pegged at an approximate annual contraction over the five-year forecasted period.
Future trends to watch include:
- Potential impact of environmental regulations on wood product imports.
- Changes in domestic production capacities which may influence import needs.
- Economic factors that could affect demand for construction and related industries.
- Technological advancements leading to alternatives reducing dependency on traditional wood materials.
