Germany: Slight decline in chipboard exports
In the period from January to May, 999,000 m3 of chipboard and OSB were exported from Germany. This means that the export volume is just under 3% below the previous year's level (1.03 million m3). The development in the individual target markets shows a mixed picture.

Germany: Beech sawn timber exports constant
From January to May, Germany exported the same amount of beech sawn timber as a year ago. While exports to China and
Vietnam in particular increased, less beech lumber was exported to the USA and Mexico.

Germany: Packaging wood: Solid wood stable, OSB more expensive, plywood fluctuating
Prices for solid wood for the production of wooden pallets and packaging remained stable in July and remained at the same level as the previous two months. While plywood continues to fall in price, OSB shows a sustained upward trend.