The import of untreated or unpainted coniferous wood logs and poles to Italy is forecasted to decline gradually from 2024 to 2028, with volumes decreasing from 1.41 million cubic meters in 2024 to 1.35 million cubic meters in 2028. The year-on-year reduction ranges between 1% and 1.1%, with a compounded annual growth rate indicating an average decrease of approximately 1% per year. As of 2023, the import volume stood at 1.42 million cubic meters.
Future trends to watch include potential policy changes affecting wood imports, shifts in global supply chains impacting availability, and advancements in domestic substitutes or sustainability efforts influencing the demand for imported coniferous wood logs and poles.
