Australia and Oceania: Market for Wood Residues, Pellets And Other Agglomerates 2025

Market Size for Wood Residues, Pellets And Other Agglomerates in Australia and Oceania

In 2021, the market for wood residues, pellets and other agglomerates in Australia and Oceania decreased by -0.1% to $X, falling for the second consecutive year after two years of growth. Over the period under review, consumption showed a perceptible downturn. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2016; however, from 2017 to 2021, consumption remained at a lower figure.

Production of Wood Residues, Pellets And Other Agglomerates in Australia and Oceania

In value terms, production of wood residues, pellets and other agglomerates soared to $X in 2021 estimated in export price. Overall, production, however, continues to indicate a temperate increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 when the production volume increased by 82%. The level of production peaked at $X in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, production stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports of Wood Residues, Pellets And Other Agglomerates

Exports in Australia and Oceania

In 2021, shipments abroad of wood residues, pellets and other agglomerates increased by 9.6% to X cubic meters, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Overall, exports continue to indicate a significant expansion. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when exports increased by 1,726% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports of hit record highs in 2021 and are likely to see gradual growth in the near future.

In value terms, exports of wood residues, pellets and other agglomerates reached $X in 2021. Over the period under review, exports saw a significant expansion. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by 662% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the exports of hit record highs in 2021 and are expected to retain growth in years to come.

Exports by Country

Australia dominates agglomerates structure, amounting to X cubic meters, which was near 95% of total exports in 2021. It was distantly followed by New Zealand (X cubic meters), committing a 5.5% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, average annual rates of growth with regard to wood residues, pellets and other agglomerates exports from Australia stood at +28.2%. At the same time, New Zealand (+43.3%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, New Zealand emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in Australia and Oceania, with a CAGR of +43.3% from 2012-2021. While the share of New Zealand (+3.4 p.p.) increased significantly in terms of the total exports from 2012-2021, the share of Australia (-3.4 p.p.) displayed negative dynamics.

In value terms, Australia ($X) remains the largest wood residues, pellets and other agglomerates supplier in Australia and Oceania, comprising 95% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by New Zealand ($X), with a 5.3% share of total exports.

From 2012 to 2021, the average annual rate of growth in terms of value in Australia totaled +33.8%.

Export Prices by Country

In 2021, the export price in Australia and Oceania amounted to $X per cubic meter, waning by -5.6% against the previous year. Overall, the export price, however, posted noticeable growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2013 an increase of 232% against the previous year. Over the period under review, the export prices attained the peak figure at $X per cubic meter in 2014; however, from 2015 to 2021, the export prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2021, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was Australia ($X per cubic meter), while New Zealand amounted to $X per cubic meter.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Australia (+4.4%).

Imports of Wood Residues, Pellets And Other Agglomerates

Imports in Australia and Oceania

For the fifth consecutive year, Australia and Oceania recorded growth in supplies from abroad of wood residues, pellets and other agglomerates, which increased by 52% to X cubic meters in 2021. Over the period under review, imports enjoyed prominent growth. As a result, imports reached the peak and are likely to continue growth in the immediate term.

In value terms, imports of wood residues, pellets and other agglomerates soared to $X in 2021. Overall, imports posted a remarkable increase. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2017 with an increase of 123% against the previous year. The level of import peaked in 2021 and is likely to see steady growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

Australia represented the main importing country with an import of around X cubic meters, which amounted to 86% of total imports. It was distantly followed by New Zealand (X cubic meters), committing a 14% share of total imports.

From 2012 to 2021, average annual rates of growth with regard to wood residues, pellets and other agglomerates imports into Australia stood at +18.6%. At the same time, New Zealand (+26.4%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, New Zealand emerged as the fastest-growing importer imported in Australia and Oceania, with a CAGR of +26.4% from 2012-2021. New Zealand (+5.7 p.p.) significantly strengthened its position in terms of the total imports, while Australia saw its share reduced by -2.7% from 2012 to 2021, respectively.

In value terms, Australia ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported wood residues, pellets and other agglomerates in Australia and Oceania, comprising 88% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was taken by New Zealand ($X), with a 9.8% share of total imports.

In Australia, imports of wood residues, pellets and other agglomerates increased at an average annual rate of +18.4% over the period from 2012-2021.

Import Prices by Country

In 2021, the import price in Australia and Oceania amounted to $X per cubic meter, dropping by -17.9% against the previous year. In general, the import price showed a mild downturn. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when the import price increased by 57% against the previous year. The level of import peaked at $X per cubic meter in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2021, import prices remained at a lower figure.

Average prices varied somewhat amongst the major importing countries. In 2021, amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Australia ($X per cubic meter), while New Zealand stood at $X per cubic meter.

From 2012 to 2021, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Australia (-0.1%).

Source: IndexBox Platform

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