In 2023, Belgium led European sawnwood imports with a volume of 16.08 million cubic meters, reflecting a significant 13.45% year-on-year growth, indicating robust demand. The United Kingdom, Italy, and Germany followed, with Germany experiencing a slight decline of 2.23%. Smaller markets like Lithuania, Slovakia, and Sweden registered noticeable growth, whereas Romania and Finland saw substantial declines due to domestic challenges.
Looking ahead, monitoring the impact of economic factors on imports will be key:
- Impact of sustainability goals on the European timber market.
- Influence of geopolitical tensions on import regulations and tariffs.
- Fluctuations in construction activity impacting sawnwood demand.
Top countries in Total Sawnwood Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Cubic Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 16,080 | 2023 | +29.94% | +13.45% | View data |
| 2 | 2 United Kingdom | 7,940 | 2023 | +0.32% | +1.94% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Italy | 5,710 | 2023 | -5.81% | +3.48% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Germany | 4,960 | 2023 | +18.61% | -2.23% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 3,760 | 2023 | +0.47% | +1.49% | View data |
| 6 | 6 France | 2,630 | 2023 | -0.011% | -1.33% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 2,200 | 2023 | -13.83% | +1.05% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Lithuania | 1,690 | 2023 | +7.44% | +9.35% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Estonia | 1,570 | 2023 | +16.11% | +1.82% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Poland | 1,560 | 2023 | +4.89% | +4.19% | View data |
