The production of mechanical and semi-chemical wood pulp in Austria has experienced significant fluctuations over the past decade. From a peak of 374.9 thousand metric tons in 2016, production volume trended downward, reaching 269.26 thousand metric tons in 2023. Key variations during this period include a sharp decline of 12.36% in 2017 and a significant drop of 19.01% in 2022. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) for the last five years has been -2.42%, indicating a persistent decline in production volume.
Forecasts for the next five years suggest a continuous decrease, with a projected CAGR of -1.32% and an overall decline in production to 247.92 thousand metric tons by 2028.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Environmental regulations impacting production methods.
- Technological advancements in wood pulp production.
- Global market demand and supply chain disruptions.
- Substitution by more sustainable materials.
