In 2023, Romania led European Total Oriented Strandboard production with 1.77 million cubic meters, showing a 4.6% increase from the previous year. The Czech Republic experienced a significant 7.1% rise, producing 1.01 million cubic meters. Germany's output slightly decreased by 0.77% to 1.18 million cubic meters. Poland saw a notable decrease of 7.39%, while Italy grew by 2.76%. Spain, albeit with the smallest volume, had the highest growth at 11.82%. France held steady with minor production.
Future trends to watch include:
- Increasing production efficiency and capacity in Eastern Europe, particularly in Romania and the Czech Republic.
- The potential for recovery and growth in Poland following its recent decline.
- The impact of sustainable and green building trends on overall demand and production strategies across Europe.
Top countries in Total Oriented Strandboard Production by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Thousand Cubic Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Romania | 1,770 | 2023 | +3.35% | +4.6% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 1,180 | 2023 | +1.74% | -0.77% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Czech Republic | 1,010 | 2023 | +3.91% | +7.1% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 648.04 | 2023 | +2.64% | -7.39% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 301.93 | 2022 | -24.89% | View data | |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 148.96 | 2023 | +5.62% | +2.76% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 2.36 | 2023 | -20.81% | +11.82% | View data |