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The entire European sawmill industry is currently facing difficult economic conditions. Increased energy and personnel costs continue to contribute to the challenging situation. The overall economic situation remains tense, and the economy is still cautious, with no expected upturn in construction in the medium term. The subdued mood is also noticeable in the entire packaging industry due to declining call-offs.<\/p>\n
The Austrian sawmill industry has been significantly affected by these circumstances in both domestic and international sales markets, resulting in production cutbacks taking place for weeks.<\/p>\n
Currently, the importance of accepting damaged wood and appealing to the traditionally \"weaker\" summer months for delivery is recognized. The Austrian sawmill industry is experiencing a decrease in the intake of sawable wood.<\/p>\n
Wood-based panels industry<\/strong><\/p>\n So far, the business situation in the Austrian wood-based panels industry remains at a good level. However, the conditions in the construction sector are not particularly encouraging. The private sector is under significant pressure, and the public sector provides little reason for a major boost. The interest rate landscape and energy prices have had a strong dampening effect. The furniture industry shows positive approaches in some areas. The medium-term outlook is generally optimistic, although costs will certainly be a significant factor in some areas. Some product ranges are experiencing slight declines in demand.<\/p>\n The orders generally indicate a stable development, supported by the international markets. The supply of raw materials and stock levels are good for this time of year. The availability of the required quantities is stable, and there is still capacity to absorb them. It is unclear how any calamities will affect the market.<\/p>\n Despite challenging conditions, the Austrian panel industry remains positive.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" The entire European sawmill industry is currently facing difficult economic conditions. Increased energy and personnel costs continue to contribute to the challenging situation. The overall economic situation remains tense, and the economy is still cautious, with no expected upturn in … Continue reading