In 2023, Germany topped the global export of beech logs with a 31.35% share by volume, followed by Poland at 12.93%, and Slovakia at 10.6%. Slovenia and France were also significant contributors, with shares of 9.24% and 8.67% respectively. Notable year-on-year growth rates include significant increases for the Netherlands (13.36%), Spain (18.77%), and Greece (26.3%), with the United Arab Emirates showing an exceptional jump of 331.18%. However, several countries including Slovenia and Serbia have shown moderate expansions, while Slovakia and Switzerland experienced declines.
Future trends suggest a potential increase in market volatility with some emerging countries like the United Arab Emirates rapidly growing their share. European countries remain dominant, but increases in digitalization, environmental regulations, and global demand shifts could alter this landscape. Additionally, monitoring countries experiencing high growth rates could offer insights into changing dynamics in the beech log export market.
Top countries in Export of Logs of Beech (Fagus Spp) Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 31.35 | 2023 | +0.5% | +0.51% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 12.93 | 2023 | +4.6% | +2.14% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Slovakia | 10.6 | 2023 | -1.33% | -0.57% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Slovenia | 9.24 | 2023 | +0.26% | +2.98% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 8.67 | 2023 | -2.44% | -1.57% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 5.85 | 2023 | -0.63% | -1.07% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Denmark | 4.13 | 2023 | +3.75% | -7.19% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czech Republic | 3.82 | 2023 | -3.19% | -1.32% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Hungary | 3.76 | 2023 | -3.31% | -3.08% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Switzerland | 2.62 | 2023 | -4.68% | -5.84% | View data |
