In 2023, Germany led European sawnwood production at 25.99 million cubic meters, growing 1.8% year-on-year. Sweden followed with 19.29 million cubic meters, up 0.98%. Finland saw a decline to 11.29 million cubic meters, a -0.91% change. Austria and France produced 10.49 and 8.39 million cubic meters respectively, with variations of 0.2% and 0.71%. Romania, Czech Republic, Spain, Italy, and Slovenia exhibited notable positive growth, particularly Slovenia at 7.86%. In contrast, Switzerland, Croatia, Portugal, and the Netherlands faced significant declines, with Switzerland dropping by -5.91%.
Looking ahead, increased demand driven by the construction and furniture industries, as well as sustainable forestry initiatives, may influence production trends. Innovations in wood processing and potential regulatory changes focusing on sustainable practices are key areas to watch.
Top countries in Total Sawnwood Production by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Cubic Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 25,990 | 2023 | +2.55% | +1.8% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 19,290 | 2023 | +1.69% | +0.98% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Finland | 11,290 | 2023 | +0.41% | -0.91% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 10,490 | 2023 | +1.43% | +0.2% | View data |
| 5 | 5 France | 8,390 | 2023 | -0.14% | +0.71% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Romania | 5,690 | 2023 | +1.4% | +2.04% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Czech Republic | 4,930 | 2023 | +1.06% | +1.62% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 4,890 | 2023 | +5.64% | -0.49% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Latvia | 3,850 | 2023 | +0.14% | +0.42% | View data |
| 10 | 10 United Kingdom | 3,650 | 2023 | +1.03% | -0.039% | View data |
