The European wood pulp import landscape in 2023 revealed that Italy led with substantial imports, followed by Germany, both countries maintaining significant positions. The Netherlands and France represented the next largest segments, though both experienced declines. Spain and Austria showed positive growth, while notable declines were observed in Finland and the United Kingdom. Ireland and Slovenia experienced growth, with Slovenia and Portugal showing double-digit expansion. Remarkably, Latvia and Norway demonstrated triple-digit and substantial increases, respectively, influenced by shifts in trade patterns.
Future trends to watch include:
- The potential impact of sustainability initiatives and regulatory changes on sourcing and import volumes.
- Shifts in the economic landscape and geopolitical factors affecting trade agreements and partnerships.
- Technological advancements increasing efficiency in production and influencing demand for imports.
- Monitoring the growth of emerging European markets which could reshape traditional import patterns.
Top countries in Wood Pulp Imports from Non-EU Countries Share by Country (Thousand Metric Tons)
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 28.3 | 2023 | +0.21% | +0.45% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 24.51 | 2023 | -0.28% | -2.42% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 13.18 | 2023 | +2.97% | -2.24% | View data |
| 4 | 4 France | 10.36 | 2023 | -3.88% | -5.73% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 6.38 | 2023 | +0.21% | +0.46% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 3.93 | 2023 | +31.24% | -7.1% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Austria | 2.84 | 2023 | -0.66% | +4.04% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 2.78 | 2023 | -13.01% | -7.67% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 2.06 | 2023 | +0.9% | -18.41% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Czech Republic | 1.45 | 2023 | +1.48% | +1.37% | View data |
