Wood pulp production in Sweden stood at 13.31 million metric tons in 2023, marking a significant increase of 13.01% year-on-year. This follows a period of relative stability with minor fluctuations since 2014, characterized by year-on-year variations typically below 1%. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) over the last five years has been 2.1%, indicating a slow but steady increase in production volumes.
Future projections suggest a continued gradual rise, with forecasts up to 2028 showing an annual growth rate of approximately 0.51% and a total forecasted growth rate of 2.58%. By 2028, production is expected to reach 13.74 million metric tons.
Future trends to watch for include potential impacts of environmental regulations, technological advancements in pulp manufacturing, and global market demand fluctuations. These factors could influence production volumes and growth rates in the coming years.
