In 2023, Germany led the European import market for continuously shaped coniferous wood, accounting for the largest share, followed by France and Austria. The market observed significant growth in Estonia and Latvia, with Estonia experiencing the highest increase at 33.77% year-on-year. In contrast, the United Kingdom and Finland faced declines of 16.36% and 15.01%, respectively. Over the five-year period, growth has shown moderate variability across countries.
Future trends to watch include:
- Germany maintaining its dominant position in the market.
- Potential growth in Baltic states like Estonia and Latvia, given their recent sharp increases.
- Impact of construction sector demand and sustainability policies on wood imports in Europe.
Top countries in Import of Coniferous Wood Continuously Shaped Share by Country (Kilograms)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 30.25 | 2023 | +0.99% | +11.04% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 12.81 | 2023 | +1.9% | +6.99% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Austria | 7.77 | 2023 | +1.21% | +4.18% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 6.87 | 2023 | +1.88% | +3.61% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 3.55 | 2023 | +4.52% | +7.04% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Lithuania | 3.48 | 2023 | +3.15% | +2.22% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Hungary | 3.36 | 2023 | +1.7% | +1.84% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Czechia | 3.29 | 2023 | |||
| 9 | 9 Estonia | 3.1 | 2023 | +4.47% | +33.77% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Netherlands | 2.87 | 2023 | +1.71% | +12.33% | View data |
