As of 2023, Belgium dominated European non-coniferous veneer sheet imports with 9.91 million cubic meters, showing an impressive 90.46% year-on-year increase. Hungary and Greece experienced significant declines of 8.34% and 19.72%, respectively. Positive trends were noted in France and Estonia, with 24.7% and 28.14% increases. Poland, Latvia, and Portugal also showed notable growth in imports. Conversely, countries like the United Kingdom and Spain saw decreases, registering declines of 9.33% and 5.65% respectively.
Future trends to watch include:
- The impact of emerging economies in Eastern Europe which may increase imports.
- Potential shifts in import patterns due to sustainability practices influencing supply chains and sourcing.
- The influence of economic policies post-Brexit on the UK’s import volumes.
- The role of technological advancements in enhancing production efficiencies and reducing costs, potentially altering import dynamics.
Top countries in Non-Coniferous Veneer Sheets Imports by Country
| # | 10 Countries | Thousand Cubic Meters | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 9,910 | 2023 | +37.55% | +90.46% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Hungary | 279.71 | 2023 | +24.94% | -8.34% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 272.46 | 2023 | +6.2% | +24.7% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 219 | 2023 | -12.79% | +6.94% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Greece | 189.2 | 2023 | +0.34% | -19.72% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Latvia | 144.81 | 2023 | +3.4% | +7.64% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 110.68 | 2023 | +2.21% | -5.65% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Poland | 103.56 | 2023 | +17.96% | +8.65% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Estonia | 90.51 | 2023 | +3.68% | +28.14% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Germany | 79.84 | 2023 | +1.58% | -0.88% | View data |
