Production in the sawn hardwood sector has not been showing any significant trends over the last few years. Demand is on the way up, with species such as oak experiencing a recovery in attractiveness. The beech market is stable in Germany (with robust demand from China) and doing well in France.  However, many countries are experiencing problems in raw materials’ supply, which is keeping production below potential. Countries such as France, Belgium and Germany are experiencing significant exports of raw materials to Asian countries like China.  Romania, due to a stringent legislation on purchasing roundwood, has ...