Wood - Ireland | Statista Market Forecast

Value added in the Wood market is projected to amount to US$428.7m in 2024.
A compound annual growth rate of 1.51% is expected (CAGR 2024–2029).
The value added per capita in the Wood market is projected to amount to US$84.2 in 2024.
The value added margin in the Wood market is projected to amount to 38% in 2024.
Output in the Wood market is projected to amount to US$1.1bn in 2024.
A compound annual growth rate of 1.32% is expected (CAGR 2024–2029).
The output per enterprise in the Wood market is projected to amount to US$790.7k in 2024.
The manufacturing intensity in the Wood market is projected to amount to 0.2% in 2024.
The number of enterprises in the Wood market is projected to amount to 1.42k in 2024.
A compound annual growth rate of 2.06% is expected (CAGR 2024–2029).
The enterprise density in the Wood market is projected to amount to 280 in 2024.
The number of employees in the Wood market is projected to amount to 6.35k in 2024.
A compound annual growth rate of 1.51% is expected (CAGR 2024–2029).
The employment rate in the Wood market is projected to amount to 0.12% in 2024.
The labor efficiency in the Wood market is projected to amount to US$177.4k in 2024.
The labor productivity in the Wood market is projected to amount to US$67.5k in 2024.

Definition:

The Wood market refers to the production of wood and wood-based products, as well as products made from raw materials, such as logs, wood chips, and cork bark.

Additional information:

The market comprises value added, output, number of enterprises, number of employees, and the respective growth rates. Output refers to the total value of all goods produced, whereas value added is the sum of the intermediate stages of production or, in other words, the wealth created by industry activity. The market only displays B2B production.

Sawmilling and planing of wood
Manufacture of veneer sheets and wood-based panels
Manufacture of builders’ carpentry and joinery
Manufacture of wooden containers
Manufacture of articles of cork, straw and plaiting materials
Other categories listed within ISIC Division 16 as "included"

Manufacture of furniture
Installation of wooden fittings
Wooden luggage, footwear, matches
Wooden spools and bobbins that are part of textile machinery
Wooden toys, brushes and brooms, caskets
Other categories listed within ISIC Division 16 as "excluded"

The manufacturing market has faced several challenges in recent years due to geopolitical uncertainty, supply chain disruptions, changing consumer preferences, and increasing regulatory scrutiny. However, several positive factors, such as rising global demand, ongoing technological advancements, and increasing investment in automation and digitalization, continue to influence the market, and the outlook for manufacturing remains positive.

While the Covid-19 pandemic has caused significant hardships for manufacturers, those that invested in digitalization and automation of their processes will be best positioned for long-term success. Manufacturers who can effectively balance cost pressures and maintain a strong focus on quality are likely to survive the current crisis and come out more resilient in the end.

Among the factors that could affect the manufacturing market in 2023 is the adoption of advanced technology, such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and the Internet of Things (IoT), which have the potential to improve overall efficiency and productivity while reducing costs.

Furthermore, our analysts believe that sustainability and environmental awareness will become increasingly important trends, as more investors and consumers prefer companies that prioritize these values and develop eco-friendly products.

Finally, geopolitical factors such as trade tensions and changes in government policies could also impact the manufacturing market in 2023, with the Russia-Ukraine war having the biggest impact.

In summary, the current environment presents both challenges and opportunities for the manufacturing market in 2023. However, with the right managerial strategies and high flexibility, companies can succeed and strengthen their long-term market position.

Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2B. Figures are based on the value added in the manufacturing market.

Modeling approach:

Market sizes are determined through a bottom-up approach, building on specific predefined factors for each market. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use resources from the Statista platform as well as annual financial reports of the market-leading companies and industry associations, third-party studies and reports, national statistical offices, international institutions, and the experience of our analysts. In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as GDP, consumer spending, and consumer price index.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the relevant market. For example, the S-curve function and exponential trend smoothing are well suited for forecasting the manufacturing market due to the non-linear growth of this market.

Additional notes:

The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war are considered at a country-specific level. The market is updated twice a year.

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Indonesia is one of the world's largest exporters of wood products. It exports a wide variety of timber products, ranging from plywood, pulp, and paper to furniture and handicrafts. Nonetheless, Indonesia is considered to have not yet fully utilized its timber and wood sector potential. Even though Indonesia's log production has increased, the contribution of the manufacturing sector of wood and wood products to the country's GDP has been steadily declining in recent years.