In 2024, Romania`s wood industry continued to face significant challenges, reflected in fluctuations in export volumes, prices, and market trends. These dynamics have directly influenced the sector`s competitiveness and the strategies adopted by companies involved.

According to data published by the National Institute of Statistics (INS), Romania`s total exports recorded a decline in 2024 for the first time outside of an economic crisis. Although specific details regarding wood exports were not provided in the cited source, this general trend suggests a possible decrease in the wood sector as well.
In 2024, the prices of wood resources in Romania remained high, staying 30-40% above similar levels in other European countries. This situation was attributed to an artificial resource shortage, particularly in the firewood segment, leading to auction prices at Romsilva`s primary sales reaching historic highs - 250% above reference prices.

At the international level, wood market trends in 2024 indicated a decline in production, influenced by factors such as inflation and a slowdown in the construction sector. Christian Nielsen, a wood products market expert from the Swedish Federation of Forest Industries, noted that although inflation may stabilize, it will take time before this positively impacts the construction sector.
To effectively navigate this complex context, professionals in the wood industry can benefit from specialized platforms such as WoodBusinessPortal.com, which provides updated information on prices, sales offers, and purchasing requests, facilitating access to resources and strategic partnerships.

In 2024, Romania`s wood industry faced major challenges related to declining export volumes and persistently high resource prices. To remain competitive in the international market, industry stakeholders must adopt adaptive strategies, closely monitor market trends, and leverage dedicated platforms to identify business opportunities and advantageous partnerships.

Sources:
1. zf.ro
2. newsweek.ro
3. asfor.ro