The UK leads European plywood imports, closely followed by Germany, with Hungary showing significant growth, at 54.18% year-on-year. Italy, Poland, Sweden, and Portugal also displayed positive trends, while Slovakia and Malta experienced the largest declines, at -21.17% and -10.66%, respectively. The market suggests a slight overall contraction, highlighted by Germany and France's negative growth. However, emerging markets like Hungary, Portugal, and Croatia demonstrate strong potential.
In the coming years, watch for stabilizations in larger markets and continued growth in smaller markets spurred by construction and furniture production upsurges. Sustainability trends might impact import patterns, as countries pursue eco-friendly materials.
Top countries in Total Plywood Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Cubic Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 1,530 | 2023 | +0.7% | -0.81% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 1,420 | 2023 | +7.38% | -2.66% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Hungary | 971.95 | 2023 | +37.7% | +54.18% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Belgium | 827.43 | 2023 | +41.01% | -0.79% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 620.87 | 2023 | +0.8% | -0.6% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Italy | 555.55 | 2023 | -4.58% | +1.05% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Poland | 550.4 | 2023 | +17.59% | +7.39% | View data |
| 8 | 8 France | 510.11 | 2023 | +6.77% | -1.1% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Sweden | 239.68 | 2023 | +1.45% | +1.53% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Austria | 231.37 | 2023 | +21.7% | -0.89% | View data |
