The European sawmilling and planing of wood industry in 2023 was dominated by Germany, which held the largest share with significant production value. Sweden followed despite a slight decline, whereas France and Austria experienced modest growth. Finland showed a solid increase in production value, while Poland also exhibited positive momentum. Conversely, Italy faced a notable decrease. Smaller players like Switzerland and Estonia observed robust growth rates. Countries such as Serbia witnessed remarkable production growth, while Cyprus experienced a sharp decline. Over five years, the region has seen fluctuations with varying growth patterns across different countries.
Future trends to watch include technological advancements and sustainability practices influencing production capabilities. Increasing demand for wood products in the construction sector and regulatory changes across Europe could also impact production values. Additionally, global economic conditions and changing trade dynamics may alter the wood industry's landscape over the coming years.
Top countries in Sawmilling and Planing of Wood Production Value Share by Country (Million Euros)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 17.72 | 2023 | +2.4% | +2.97% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Sweden | 12.12 | 2023 | +3.32% | -0.75% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 9.54 | 2023 | +3.99% | +1.07% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Austria | 9.24 | 2023 | +1.94% | +0.67% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Finland | 7.76 | 2023 | +1.9% | +3.18% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 5.68 | 2023 | +3.43% | +2.28% | View data |
| 7 | 7 United Kingdom | 4.33 | 2023 | +1.46% | +0.93% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Switzerland | 3.61 | 2023 | +3.74% | +4.27% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Italy | 3.12 | 2023 | -5.56% | -7.52% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Latvia | 3.08 | 2023 | +2.38% | +0.49% | View data |
