In 2023, the United Kingdom led European non-coniferous plywood imports from non-EU countries at 825.31 thousand cubic meters, amid a slight decrease of 0.8% year-on-year. Poland’s imports saw a marginal increase, while Germany experienced a significant decline. Hungary exhibited remarkable growth, unlike Italy, which faced a decline. Other countries like Croatia, Estonia, and Portugal showed notable annual increases, whereas France, Latvia, and Romania recorded decreases.
Future trends to watch for include:
- Increasing demand from Eastern European countries due to construction booms.
- Potential decrease in imports driven by Europe's economic and environmental policies aimed at boosting local production.
- Shifts in global supply chains potentially affecting availability and prices.
- Focus on sustainable sourcing influencing import figures.
Top countries in Non-Coniferous Plywood Imports from Non-EU Countries by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Cubic Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 United Kingdom | 825.31 | 2023 | +0.96% | -0.8% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Poland | 344.9 | 2023 | +46.52% | +2.58% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Germany | 320.65 | 2023 | +1.31% | -6.34% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Hungary | 198.84 | 2023 | +22.52% | +44.47% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Netherlands | 149.43 | 2023 | +0.033% | +0.33% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Belgium | 135.02 | 2023 | +906.86% | +4.9% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 113.7 | 2023 | +1.23% | -5.58% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Estonia | 102.02 | 2023 | +0.059% | +7.17% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 101.56 | 2023 | -13.19% | -7.23% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Lithuania | 77.98 | 2023 | +3.78% | +5.02% | View data |
