The forecast for France's non-tropical non-coniferous industrial roundwood imports shows a clear declining trend from 2024 to 2028, with annual volumes forecasted to decrease from 141.61 to 120.93 thousand cubic meters. This continuous decline reflects an annual average reduction of approximately 3.93% over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028. As of 2023, the actual import volume stood higher than any of the projected values, suggesting a notable drop in future availability or demand.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Changes in global and EU environmental policies affecting roundwood imports.
- Shifts in local demand driven by the construction and furniture industries.
- Potential for increased competition from alternative materials or sources.
