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Industrial Roundwood Market Size in GCC
In 2022, the GCC industrial roundwood market increased by 52% to $X, rising for the second year in a row after two years of decline. Over the period under review, consumption, however, saw a noticeable slump. The level of consumption peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, consumption stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Industrial Roundwood Production in GCC
In value terms, industrial roundwood production amounted to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. In general, production posted a modest increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 with an increase of 3,096%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2019 to 2022, production growth remained at a lower figure.
Industrial Roundwood Exports
Exports in GCC
In 2022, shipments abroad of industrial roundwood decreased by -9.6% to X cubic meters, falling for the fourth year in a row after two years of growth. Over the period under review, exports continue to indicate a noticeable decline. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2017 when exports increased by 146%. The volume of export peaked at X cubic meters in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports remained at a lower figure.
In value terms, industrial roundwood exports fell to $X in 2022. Overall, exports recorded a abrupt setback. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 with an increase of 153%. The level of export peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.
Exports by Country
The United Arab Emirates dominates exports structure, finishing at X cubic meters, which was approx. 89% of total exports in 2022. It was distantly followed by Oman (X cubic meters), constituting a 9.6% share of total exports.
Exports from the United Arab Emirates decreased at an average annual rate of -3.1% from 2012 to 2022. At the same time, Oman (+13.9%) displayed positive paces of growth. Moreover, Oman emerged as the fastest-growing exporter exported in GCC, with a CAGR of +13.9% from 2012-2022. While the share of the United Arab Emirates (+12 p.p.) and Oman (+8 p.p.) increased significantly, the shares of the other countries remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) remains the largest industrial roundwood supplier in GCC, comprising 90% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was held by Oman ($X), with an 8.6% share of total exports.
From 2012 to 2022, the average annual growth rate of value in the United Arab Emirates totaled -7.0%.
Export Prices by Country
In 2022, the export price in GCC amounted to $X per cubic meter, which is down by -4.8% against the previous year. Overall, the export price recorded a deep downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2021 when the export price increased by 23% against the previous year. The level of export peaked at $X per cubic meter in 2012; however, from 2013 to 2022, the export prices remained at a lower figure.
Average prices varied noticeably amongst the major exporting countries. In 2022, amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the United Arab Emirates ($X per cubic meter), while Oman totaled $X per cubic meter.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (-4.0%).
Industrial Roundwood Imports
Imports in GCC
For the third consecutive year, GCC recorded growth in supplies from abroad of industrial roundwood, which increased by 42% to X cubic meters in 2022. Over the period under review, imports, however, continue to indicate a pronounced curtailment. The volume of import peaked at X cubic meters in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.
In value terms, industrial roundwood imports surged to $X in 2022. Overall, imports, however, showed a mild downturn. The pace of growth was the most pronounced in 2018 with an increase of 101%. The level of import peaked at $X in 2015; however, from 2016 to 2022, imports failed to regain momentum.
Imports by Country
The United Arab Emirates dominates imports structure, finishing at X cubic meters, which was approx. 92% of total imports in 2022. Oman (X cubic meters) and Kuwait (X cubic meters) followed a long way behind the leaders.
Imports into the United Arab Emirates decreased at an average annual rate of -4.6% from 2012 to 2022. Oman (-1.8%) and Kuwait (-2.0%) illustrated a downward trend over the same period. The shares of the largest importers remained relatively stable throughout the analyzed period.
In value terms, the United Arab Emirates ($X) constitutes the largest market for imported industrial roundwood in GCC, comprising 80% of total imports. The second position in the ranking was held by Oman ($X), with a 7.1% share of total imports.
In the United Arab Emirates, industrial roundwood imports remained relatively stable over the period from 2012-2022. The remaining importing countries recorded the following average annual rates of imports growth: Oman (-8.7% per year) and Kuwait (-0.1% per year).
Import Prices by Country
The import price in GCC stood at $X per cubic meter in 2022, increasing by 1.8% against the previous year. Import price indicated a notable expansion from 2012 to 2022: its price increased at an average annual rate of +3.6% over the last decade. The trend pattern, however, indicated some noticeable fluctuations being recorded throughout the analyzed period. Based on 2022 figures, industrial roundwood import price increased by +20.9% against 2020 indices. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2018 an increase of 47% against the previous year. As a result, import price attained the peak level of $X per cubic meter. From 2019 to 2022, the import prices failed to regain momentum.
Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was Kuwait ($X per cubic meter), while the United Arab Emirates ($X per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.
From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by the United Arab Emirates (+5.3%), while the other leaders experienced mixed trends in the import price figures.
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This report provides an in-depth analysis of the industrial roundwood market in GCC. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.
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- Market volume and value
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- Production in GCC, split by region and country
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- Export and import prices
- Market trends, drivers and restraints
- Key market players and their profiles
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1. INTRODUCTION
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2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
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- KEY FINDINGS
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3. MARKET OVERVIEW
Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
- MARKET SIZE
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4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT
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5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES
Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS
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7. PRODUCTION
The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
- PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
- PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed
- IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
- IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
- IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed
- EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
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11. COUNTRY PROFILES
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LIST OF TABLES
- Key Findings In 2024
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
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LIST OF FIGURES
- Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Market Value, 2012–2024
- Consumption, By Country, 2024
- Market Volume Forecast to 2030
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- Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
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- Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
- Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
- Production Volume And Growth
- Exports And Growth
- Export Prices And Growth
- Market Size And Growth
- Per Capita Consumption
- Imports And Growth
- Import Prices
- Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Production, By Country, 2024
- Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
- Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
- Export Prices, 2012–2024
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