The forecast for Germany's sawnwood import shows an upward trend from 2024 to 2028, starting at 6.796 million square meters in 2024 and rising to 14.985 million square meters by 2028. In 2023, actual imports stood below the 2024 forecast, indicating a significant expected increase. Year-on-year variations highlight a continued increase, with the most notable jumps occurring between 2024 and 2025, and again between 2026 and 2027. The compound annual growth rate over this period reflects substantial growth, projecting strong demand or potentially evolving building standards.
Future trends to watch could include:
- Changes in construction demand or regulations affecting material imports.
- Fluctuations in domestic sawnwood industry output impacting import necessity.
- Environmental policies influencing material selection and sourcing.
