Wood imports to Switzerland are forecasted to grow steadily from 2024 to 2028. In 2023, the volume stood at 1.84 million metric tons. The projected figures for 2024 (1.86 million metric tons) show a year-on-year increase of approximately 1.1%, followed by consistent minor increases annually: 1.8% in 2025, 0.5% in 2026, 0.53% in 2027, and 0.52% in 2028. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) for this period is approximately 0.68% per year.

Future trends to watch for include:

Potential shifts in global wood supply chains due to environmental regulations.
Technological advancements in wood processing that may influence import demand.
Economic factors affecting construction and manufacturing industries in Switzerland, which could either increase or decrease wood import needs.