The sawmilling and planing of wood sector in the Netherlands has shown a steady increase in turnover from 2013 to 2023, reaching 538.1 million Euros in 2023. Over the past decade, the industry has experienced both moderate and significant year-on-year growth, with notable increases in 2018 (8.02%) and 2019 (12.93%). The last two years saw a milder growth, with 2.21% in 2022 and 2.15% in 2023. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) over the last five years stands at 4.4%.

Looking ahead, the forecast for the next five years suggests a continued, albeit slower, growth with an average yearly increase of 1.57%, projecting the turnover to reach 593.8 million Euros by 2028. This indicates an overall growth rate of 8.08% during this period.

Future trends to watch for include:

Technological advancements in sawmilling and planing processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
Increasing demand for sustainable and eco-friendly wood products.
Potential impacts of global economic fluctuations on the wood industry.
Regulatory changes affecting forestry and wood processing industries.
Innovations in wood product applications, potentially driving new market opportunities.