The forecast for Germany's non-coniferous sawnwood imports shows a consistent decline from 2024 through 2028. In 2023, actual imports stood at approximately 418.06 thousand cubic meters. From 2024 onward, a year-on-year decrease of around 1.9% to 2.0% is projected. Over the five-year period from 2024 to 2028, the compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of imports is anticipated to be negative, indicating an average annual decline of approximately 1.5%.
Future trends to watch include:
- The impact of Germany's sustainability policies potentially reducing demand for imported wood.
- Technological advancements in domestic alternatives affecting import volumes.
- Global market fluctuations and trade negotiations influencing import strategies.
- Shifts in construction and furniture industries' needs for non-coniferous sawnwood.
