Bad mood among German sawmills: weak economy, construction crisis and EUDR

The current economic development and future challenges were the focus of a survey conducted among more than 100 member companies, which the German Sawmill and Wood Industry Association (DeSH) presented during a press conference. The results highlight the significant challenges facing the industry. The weak economy and the housing construction crisis are putting immense pressure on companies. At the same time, the introduction of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) threatens to cause disruptions in the wood markets and weaken the domestic industry. The DeSH is calling for swift political action. "The results of our association's survey not only ...