Austria: Slight recovery in demand and prices for softwood logs in October 2023

Due to the economic downturn in the construction industry and declining softwood lumber prices, the Austrian sawmill industry has further reduced its output. For example, a facility in Carinthia has suspended its production for two months. However, the stock of fresh softwood logs is below average as roundwood stocks have been consistently depleted. In combination with cautious fresh wood utilization, this has led to a slight increase in demand, reflected in moderate price increases. The leading assortment of spruce A/C 2b+ is priced between €80 and €95 per cubic meter, with most new contracts falling at the upper ...