Distribution of export market for Finnish forest industry products in 2022 and main export markets. More than a fifth of the exports go to Germany and China. The largest market area is Europe, covering 60 % of the total export value. Asian exports cover 20 % of the total export value.
The share of export production varies by product group from 51 percent to 98 percent.
In the Finnish forest industry, the consequences of the invasion include difficulty procuring raw materials and logistical challenges.
The contribution of the export industry to the Finnish national economy is approximately 47 per cent of the value added.
Finland can find triumphs in the international race for investments and green jobs with high added value if we work together.
It is important to find an alternative source for the deficit in import volume, particularly birch pulpwood.
Volume of forest industry exports by product type 1960-2022.