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Spain: Wood Fuel Market 2025

Wood Fuel Market Size in Spain

For the third consecutive year, the Spanish wood fuel market recorded growth in sales value, which increased by 21% to $X in 2022. Overall, consumption, however, continues to indicate a noticeable downturn. Wood fuel consumption peaked at $X in 2018; however, from 2019 to 2022, consumption failed to regain momentum.

Wood Fuel Production in Spain

In value terms, wood fuel production rose slightly to $X in 2022 estimated in export price. Over the period under review, production saw a pronounced decline. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 with an increase of 240%. As a result, production reached the peak level of $X. From 2014 to 2022, production growth failed to regain momentum.

Wood Fuel Exports

Exports from Spain

In 2022, shipments abroad of wood fuel decreased by -51% to X cubic meters, falling for the second year in a row after two years of growth. Overall, exports, however, enjoyed buoyant growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2019 with an increase of 1,004%. Over the period under review, the exports attained the peak figure at X cubic meters in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports failed to regain momentum.

In value terms, wood fuel exports reduced sharply to $X in 2022. Over the period under review, exports, however, showed a remarkable increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2019 when exports increased by 380%. The exports peaked at $X in 2020; however, from 2021 to 2022, the exports stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Exports by Country

France (X cubic meters), Portugal (X cubic meters) and Denmark (X cubic meters) were the main destinations of wood fuel exports from Spain, with a combined 85% share of total exports. Belgium, Sweden, Andorra and the Netherlands lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 14%.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of shipments, amongst the main countries of destination, was attained by Sweden (with a CAGR of +1,997.1%), while the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

In value terms, France ($X), Portugal ($X) and Denmark ($X) appeared to be the largest markets for wood fuel exported from Spain worldwide, together comprising 74% of total exports. The Netherlands, Belgium, Andorra and Sweden lagged somewhat behind, together accounting for a further 20%.

Among the main countries of destination, Sweden, with a CAGR of +323.9%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of exports, over the period under review, while shipments for the other leaders experienced more modest paces of growth.

Export Prices by Country

In 2022, the average wood fuel export price amounted to $X per cubic meter, growing by 28% against the previous year. Overall, the export price posted pronounced growth. The pace of growth appeared the most rapid in 2013 an increase of 201% against the previous year. As a result, the export price attained the peak level of $X per cubic meter. From 2014 to 2022, the average export prices remained at a lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of destination: amid the top suppliers, the country with the highest price was the Netherlands ($X per cubic meter), while the average price for exports to Sweden ($X per cubic meter) was amongst the lowest.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was recorded for supplies to Belgium (+17.9%), while the prices for the other major destinations experienced more modest paces of growth.

Wood Fuel Imports

Imports into Spain

In 2022, approx. X cubic meters of wood fuel were imported into Spain; rising by 46% compared with 2021. Over the period under review, imports saw a significant increase. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2017 when imports increased by 191% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports attained the maximum at X cubic meters in 2019; however, from 2020 to 2022, imports remained at a lower figure.

In value terms, wood fuel imports skyrocketed to $X in 2022. In general, imports saw significant growth. The growth pace was the most rapid in 2017 when imports increased by 280% against the previous year. Over the period under review, imports hit record highs in 2022 and are expected to retain growth in the near future.

Imports by Country

In 2022, Portugal (X cubic meters) constituted the largest supplier of wood fuel to Spain, accounting for a 84% share of total imports. Moreover, wood fuel imports from Portugal exceeded the figures recorded by the second-largest supplier, France (X cubic meters), sixfold.

From 2012 to 2022, the average annual rate of growth in terms of volume from Portugal stood at +20.9%.

In value terms, Portugal ($X) and France ($X) were the largest wood fuel suppliers to Spain.

Among the main suppliers, France, with a CAGR of +88.9%, recorded the highest growth rate of the value of imports, over the period under review.

Import Prices by Country

In 2022, the average wood fuel import price amounted to $X per cubic meter, dropping by -16% against the previous year. Overall, the import price, however, showed mild growth. The most prominent rate of growth was recorded in 2020 an increase of 165%. Over the period under review, average import prices reached the peak figure at $X per cubic meter in 2017; however, from 2018 to 2022, import prices stood at a somewhat lower figure.

Prices varied noticeably by country of origin: amid the top importers, the country with the highest price was France ($X per cubic meter), while the price for Portugal totaled $X per cubic meter.

From 2012 to 2022, the most notable rate of growth in terms of prices was attained by Portugal (+2.8%).

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :

What are the largest markets for wood fuel in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of wood fuel consumption in 2021 were India, China and Brazil, with a combined 30% share of global consumption. These countries were followed by Ethiopia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Nigeria, the United States, Ghana, Uganda, Indonesia, Mexico, Myanmar and Pakistan, which together accounted for a further 30%.

What are the largest producers of wood fuel in the world?

The countries with the highest volumes of wood fuel production in 2021 were India, China and Brazil, with a combined 30% share of global production. Ethiopia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Nigeria, the United States, Ghana, Uganda, Indonesia, Mexico, Myanmar and Pakistan lagged somewhat behind, together comprising a further 30%.

What are the leading suppliers of wood fuel to Spain?

In value terms, the largest wood fuel suppliers to Spain were France, Portugal and Belgium, with a combined 70% share of total imports.

What are the leading importers of wood fuel from Spain?

In value terms, Portugal remains the key foreign market for wood fuel exports from Spain, comprising 57% of total exports. The second position in the ranking was occupied by France, with an 18% share of total exports. It was followed by Denmark, with a 12% share.

What is the average export price for wood fuel in Spain?

In 2021, the average wood fuel export price amounted to $50 per cubic meter, leveling off at the previous year.

What is the average import price for wood fuel in Spain?

The average wood fuel import price stood at $101 per cubic meter in 2021, rising by 7.6% against the previous year.

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the wood fuel market in Spain. 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.

Product coverage:

FCL 1627 - Wood fuel, coniferous (production)
FCL 1628 - Wood fuel, non-coniferous (production)

Country coverage:

Spain

Data coverage:

Market volume and value
Per Capita consumption
Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
Trade (exports and imports) in Spain
Export and import prices
Market trends, drivers and restraints
Key market players and their profiles

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1. INTRODUCTION

Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business
1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS
2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A Quick Overview of Market Performance
1. KEY FINDINGS
2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
3. MARKET OVERVIEW

Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects
1. MARKET SIZE
2. MARKET STRUCTURE
3. TRADE BALANCE
4. PER CAPITA CONSUMPTION
5. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030
4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business
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1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT
5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain
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1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
3. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
4. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES
6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports
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1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS
7. PRODUCTION

The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry
1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
8. IMPORTS
The Largest Import Supplying Countries
1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
9. EXPORTS
The Largest Destinations for Exports
1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY
10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles
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LIST OF TABLES
1. Key Findings In 2024
2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
3. Market Value, 2012–2024
4. Per Capita Consumption In 2012-2024
5. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
6. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
7. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
8. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
9. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
10. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
LIST OF FIGURES
1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
2. Market Value, 2012–2024
3. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
4. Market Structure – Domestic Supply vs. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
5. Trade Balance, In Physical Terms, 2012-2024
6. Trade Balance, In Value Terms, 2012-2024
7. Per Capita Consumption, 2012-2024
8. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
9. Market Value Forecast to 2030
10. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
11. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
12. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
13. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
14. Production Volume And Growth
15. Exports And Growth
16. Export Prices And Growth
17. Market Size And Growth
18. Per Capita Consumption
19. Imports And Growth
20. Import Prices
21. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
22. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
23. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
24. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
25. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
26. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
27. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
28. Import Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024
29. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
30. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
31. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
32. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
33. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
34. Export Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024