In 2023, the volume of wood imports in the Netherlands stood at 8.63 million metric tons. Forecasts for 2024 predict a value of 8.8 million metric tons, demonstrating a stable upward trajectory in subsequent years through to 2028. The Year-on-Year (YoY) increase from 2024 to 2025 is approximately 2.16%, followed by 2.00% between 2025 and 2026, 2.07% from 2026 to 2027, and 1.82% from 2027 to 2028. Over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028, the Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) is expected to be around 2.02%.

Future trends to watch for:

Increased focus on sustainable and certified wood sources.
Market demand fluctuations due to changes in the construction and furniture industries.
Potential impact of regulatory changes and trade policies on import volumes.
Technological advancements in wood processing and logistics improving efficiency.