Product Code: BC 8501
The global plywood market size is projected to reach USD 60.31 billion by 2030 from USD 47.39 billion in 2024, at a CAGR of 4.21%. Plywood is widely used in furniture, packaging, agriculture, building and construction, interiors, roofing, and flooring. It serves a broad range of industries by providing structural support to both the interior and exterior of materials. By enhancing the weatherability and durability of plywood, manufacturers can maintain product quality, lower maintenance costs, and comply with stringent regulations and global standards. The type of plywood used, whether hardwood or softwood, entirely depends on the consumer's intended use. Rapid urbanization worldwide is also driving the growing demand for plywood.
Scope of the Report |
Years Considered for the Study | 2020-2030 |
Base Year | 2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2030 |
Units Considered | Value (USD Million) and Volume (Million Cubic Meter) |
Segments | Type, Application, Use Type, and Region |
Regions covered | Asia Pacific, Europe, North America, Middle East & Africa, and South America |
"Hardwood segment accounted for the largest market share in 2024"
The rising demand for high-quality, long-lasting, and visually appealing materials in furniture, cabinets, and interior design has increased the adoption of hardwood in the plywood market. This is primarily due to its strength, refined finish, and attractive patterns. As the global middle class expands, particularly in Asia Pacific, people are seeking premium, customized, and aesthetically pleasing furniture, which increases the need for hardwood. Sustainability is also a key factor. The growing awareness of eco-friendly construction materials and stricter regulations are driving both manufacturers and consumers toward this type of plywood, as it is often certified and proven to be more sustainable.
"Industrial segment is projected to register the fastest growth in the plywood market, in terms of value, during the forecast period."
The industrial segment is projected to be the fastest-growing application in the global plywood market during the forecast period. The growth is largely driven by the increased use of material handling products, transport equipment, and structural uses like wall and roof bracings. However, construction continues to hold the largest share of the plywood market, primarily due to substantial demand for global building and infrastructure projects. Industrial usage is rapidly increasing as industries seek durable, cost-effective, and flexible materials to meet their specialized needs. This growth is bolstered by demand in logistics, manufacturing, and technology, positioning industrial applications as a dynamic and rapidly expanding segment within the global plywood market.
"Europe accounted for the third-largest share of the plywood market, in terms of value, in 2024."
This dominance of Europe in the global plywood market is driven by its established production base, rigorous environmental and safety standards, and dominant presence of major end-use industries like furniture, packaging, and building & construction. The region's regulatory authorities impose stringent standards on product durability and environmental sustainability, leading manufacturers to invest in plywood technologies to guarantee durability and sustainability. The growing emphasis of countries on innovation and R&D, as well as the presence of major global players, further supports the regions' role in driving market trends and product performance.
- By Company Type: Tier 1 - 55%, Tier 2 - 25%, and Tier 3 - 20%
- By Designation: Directors - 50%, Managers - 30%, and Others - 20%
- By Region: North America - 40%, Europe - 35%, Asia Pacific - 20%, and the Rest of the World - 5%
The key players profiled in the report include Georgia-Pacific (US), Boise Cascade Company (US), Weyerhaeuser Company (US), UPM (Finland), SVEZA Group (Russia), Austral Plywoods (Australia), PotlatchDeltic Corporation (US), Greenply Industries Limited (India), Metsa Group (Finland), and CenturyPly (India).
Research Coverage
This report segments the plywood market based on type, application, use type, and region, and provides estimations of value (USD Million) for the overall market size across various regions. A detailed analysis of key industry players has been conducted to provide insights into their business overviews, services, and key strategies associated with the plywood market.
Reasons to Buy this Report
This research report is focused on various levels of analysis - industry analysis (industry trends), market share analysis of top players, and company profiles, which together provide an overall view of the competitive landscape, emerging and high-growth segments of the plywood market; high-growth regions; and market drivers, restraints, and opportunities.
The report provides insights into the following points:
- Market Penetration: Comprehensive information on plywood offered by top players in the global market.
- Analysis of key drivers (booming furniture industry and the rising demand for plywood in the Asia Pacific due to the growing building & construction industry), restraints (volatile raw material prices and environmental concerns), opportunities (technological advancements in manufacturing and expanding residential and commercial construction), and challenges (raw material constraints to challenge growth) influencing the growth of the plywood market.
- Product Development/Innovation: Detailed insights on upcoming technologies, research & development activities, and new product & service launches in the plywood market
- Market Development: Comprehensive information about lucrative emerging markets - the report analyzes the markets for plywood across regions.
- Market Diversification: Exhaustive information about new products, untapped regions, and recent developments in the global plywood market
- Competitive Assessment: In-depth assessment of market shares, strategies, products, and manufacturing capabilities of leading players in the plywood market.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 INTRODUCTION
- 1.1 STUDY OBJECTIVES
- 1.2 MARKET DEFINITION
- 1.3 STUDY SCOPE
- 1.3.1 MARKETS COVERED AND REGIONAL SCOPE
- 1.3.2 INCLUSIONS AND EXCLUSIONS
- 1.3.3 MARKET DEFINITION AND INCLUSIONS, BY TYPE
- 1.3.4 MARKET DEFINITION AND INCLUSIONS, BY APPLICATION
- 1.3.5 MARKET DEFINITION AND INCLUSIONS, BY USE TYPE
- 1.3.6 YEARS CONSIDERED
- 1.3.7 CURRENCY CONSIDERED
- 1.3.8 UNITS CONSIDERED
- 1.4 STAKEHOLDERS
2 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
- 2.1 RESEARCH DATA
- 2.1.1 SECONDARY DATA
- 2.1.2 PRIMARY DATA
- 2.1.2.1 Key data from primary sources
- 2.1.2.2 Key industry insights
- 2.1.2.3 Breakdown of primary interviews
- 2.2 MARKET SIZE ESTIMATION
- 2.2.1 BOTTOM-UP APPROACH
- 2.2.2 TOP-DOWN APPROACH
- 2.3 DATA TRIANGULATION
- 2.4 GROWTH FORECAST
- 2.4.1 SUPPLY-SIDE ANALYSIS
- 2.4.2 DEMAND-SIDE ANALYSIS
- 2.5 ASSUMPTIONS
- 2.6 LIMITATIONS
- 2.7 RISK ASSESSMENT
3 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
4 PREMIUM INSIGHTS
- 4.1 ATTRACTIVE OPPORTUNITIES FOR PLAYERS IN PLYWOOD MARKET
- 4.2 PLYWOOD MARKET, BY REGION
- 4.3 ASIA PACIFIC PLYWOOD MARKET, BY TYPE AND COUNTRY
- 4.4 PLYWOOD MARKET, BY APPLICATION AND REGION
- 4.5 PLYWOOD MARKET, BY MAJOR COUNTRIES
5 MARKET OVERVIEW
- 5.1 INTRODUCTION
- 5.2 MARKET DYNAMICS
- 5.2.1 DRIVERS
- 5.2.1.1 Booming furniture industry
- 5.2.1.2 Rising demand for plywood in Asia Pacific due to growing building & construction industry
- 5.2.1.3 Urbanization and infrastructure development to drive demand
- 5.2.2 RESTRAINTS
- 5.2.2.1 Volatile raw material prices
- 5.2.2.2 Environmental concerns
- 5.2.3 OPPORTUNITIES
- 5.2.3.1 Technological advancements in manufacturing
- 5.2.3.2 Expanding residential and commercial construction
- 5.2.4 CHALLENGES
- 5.2.4.1 Raw material constraints to challenge growth
- 5.3 PORTER'S FIVE FORCES ANALYSIS
- 5.3.1 THREAT OF NEW ENTRANTS
- 5.3.2 THREAT OF SUBSTITUTES
- 5.3.3 BARGAINING POWER OF SUPPLIERS
- 5.3.4 BARGAINING POWER OF BUYERS
- 5.3.5 INTENSITY OF COMPETITIVE RIVALRY
- 5.4 KEY STAKEHOLDERS AND BUYING CRITERIA
- 5.4.1 KEY STAKEHOLDERS IN BUYING PROCESS
- 5.4.2 BUYING CRITERIA
- 5.5 MACROECONOMIC INDICATORS
- 5.5.1 GDP TRENDS AND FORECAST
6 INDUSTRY TRENDS
- 6.1 SUPPLY CHAIN ANALYSIS
- 6.1.1 RAW MATERIAL SUPPLIERS
- 6.1.2 PLYWOOD MANUFACTURERS
- 6.1.3 DISTRIBUTORS
- 6.1.4 END-USE INDUSTRIES
- 6.2 PRICING ANALYSIS
- 6.2.1 AVERAGE SELLING PRICE OF PLYWOOD OFFERED BY KEY PLAYERS, BY APPLICATION
- 6.2.2 AVERAGE SELLING PRICE TREND, BY REGION
- 6.3 TRENDS/DISRUPTIONS IMPACTING CUSTOMER BUSINESS
- 6.4 ECOSYSTEM ANALYSIS
- 6.5 CASE STUDY ANALYSIS
- 6.5.1 GEORGIA-PACIFIC'S GREEN TECH REVOLUTION: MERGING SUSTAINABILITY WITH SMART MANUFACTURING
- 6.5.2 ACHIEVING CIRCULAR ECONOMY IN PLYWOOD MANUFACTURING AT METSA GROUP
- 6.6 TECHNOLOGY ANALYSIS
- 6.6.1 KEY TECHNOLOGIES
- 6.6.1.1 Automated manufacturing & robotics
- 6.6.1.2 Drying technologies
- 6.6.2 COMPLEMENTARY TECHNOLOGIES
- 6.6.2.1 Wood processing & preparation
- 6.7 TRADE ANALYSIS
- 6.7.1 IMPORT SCENARIO
- 6.7.2 EXPORT SCENARIO
- 6.8 REGULATORY LANDSCAPE
- 6.8.1 REGULATORY BODIES, GOVERNMENT AGENCIES, AND OTHER ORGANIZATIONS
- 6.8.2 REGULATORY FRAMEWORK
- 6.8.2.1 FSC Certification (Forest Stewardship Council)
- 6.8.2.2 EPA TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act)
- 6.9 KEY CONFERENCES AND EVENTS, 2025-2026
- 6.10 INVESTMENT AND FUNDING SCENARIO
- 6.11 PATENT ANALYSIS
- 6.11.1 APPROACH
- 6.11.2 DOCUMENT TYPES
- 6.11.3 TOP APPLICANTS
- 6.11.4 JURISDICTION ANALYSIS
- 6.12 IMPACT OF AI/GEN AI ON PLYWOOD MARKET
- 6.13 IMPACT OF 2025 US TARIFF ON PLYWOOD MARKET
- 6.13.1 INTRODUCTION
- 6.13.2 KEY TARIFF RATES
- 6.13.3 PRICE IMPACT ANALYSIS
- 6.13.4 IMPACT ON COUNTRY/REGION
- 6.13.4.1 US
- 6.13.4.2 Europe
- 6.13.4.3 Asia Pacific
- 6.13.5 IMPACT ON CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
- 6.13.6 IMPACT ON INDUSTRIAL INDUSTRY
7 PLYWOOD MARKET, BY TYPE
- 7.1 INTRODUCTION
- 7.2 SOFTWOOD
- 7.2.1 STRUCTURAL APPLICATIONS IN BUILDING SECTOR
- 7.3 HARDWOOD
- 7.3.1 UTILITY FOR HIGH-TRAFFIC APPLICATIONS SUCH AS FLOORING AND FURNITURE
8 PLYWOOD MARKET, BY USE TYPE
- 8.1 INTRODUCTION
- 8.2 NEW CONSTRUCTION
- 8.2.1 ECONOMIC RECOVERY AND INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT IN EMERGING ECONOMIES TO DRIVE SEGMENT
- 8.3 REHABILITATION
- 8.3.1 SUSTAINABILITY AND AGING INFRASTRUCTURE TO DRIVE GROWTH
9 PLYWOOD MARKET, BY APPLICATION
- 9.1 INTRODUCTION
- 9.2 CONSTRUCTION
- 9.2.1 ROOFING
- 9.2.1.1 Major component in construction
- 9.2.2 SUBFLOORING
- 9.2.2.1 Extremely stable wood material
- 9.2.3 WALL SHEATHING
- 9.2.3.1 Provides strength and rigidity
- 9.2.4 FINISH FLOORING
- 9.2.4.1 Provides an advantage over hardwood
- 9.2.5 SLIDING
- 9.2.5.1 Quick and ease of access
- 9.2.6 OTHER CONSTRUCTION APPLICATIONS
- 9.2.6.1 Interior wall coverings
- 9.3 INDUSTRIAL
- 9.3.1 MATERIAL HANDLING PRODUCTS
- 9.3.1.1 Optimal material handling solutions
- 9.3.2 TRANSPORT EQUIPMENT
- 9.3.2.1 Resistant to cracking, breaking, shrinkage, twisting, and warping
- 9.3.3 OTHER INDUSTRIAL APPLICATIONS
- 9.3.3.1 Additional strength and protection
10 PLYWOOD MARKET, BY REGION
- 10.1 INTRODUCTION
- 10.2 ASIA PACIFIC
- 10.2.1 CHINA
- 10.2.1.1 Massive construction, infrastructure investments, and ongoing industry innovation to boost demand
- 10.2.2 JAPAN
- 10.2.2.1 Sustainable construction, advanced manufacturing, and focus on quality and resilience to drive demand for wood products
- 10.2.3 SOUTH KOREA
- 10.2.3.1 Focus on cost efficiency and steady construction demand to drive market
- 10.2.4 INDIA
- 10.2.4.1 Availability of resources, rapid economic growth, increasing disposable income, and urbanization to drive market
- 10.2.5 INDONESIA
- 10.2.5.1 Export-oriented growth leveraging abundant timber resources and cost advantages to drive market
- 10.2.6 MALAYSIA
- 10.2.6.1 Manufacture of high-durability and superior-quality wood-based panels to drive market
- 10.2.7 THAILAND
- 10.2.7.1 Premiumization and furniture manufacturing to drive growth
- 10.2.8 VIETNAM
- 10.2.8.1 Fastest-growing hub for plywood exports and furniture manufacturing to drive market
- 10.2.9 PHILIPPINES
- 10.2.9.1 Booming construction and urbanization to support market growth
- 10.2.10 REST OF ASIA PACIFIC
- 10.3 NORTH AMERICA
- 10.3.1 US
- 10.3.1.1 Growing packaging and furniture industries to drive market
- 10.3.2 CANADA
- 10.3.2.1 State-of-the-art manufacturing facilities to provide growth opportunities
- 10.3.3 MEXICO
- 10.3.3.1 Favorable trade agreements to attract key market players
- 10.4 EUROPE
- 10.4.1 GERMANY
- 10.4.1.1 Presence of major distribution channels to increase demand
- 10.4.2 UK
- 10.4.2.1 Substantial growth amid major geopolitical conflicts
- 10.4.3 FRANCE
- 10.4.3.1 Government initiatives and growing industrial usage to drive market
- 10.4.4 RUSSIA
- 10.4.4.1 Investments by government to modernize infrastructure to boost market
- 10.4.5 SPAIN
- 10.4.5.1 Investments and government approach toward sustainability to drive market
- 10.4.6 ITALY
- 10.4.6.1 High disposable income and shifting trend toward wooden furniture to drive market
- 10.4.7 TURKEY
- 10.4.7.1 Growing furniture and construction industries increasing demand for plywood to boost market
- 10.4.8 FINLAND
- 10.4.8.1 Sustainable forestry and strategic production growth to drive market
- 10.4.9 NETHERLANDS
- 10.4.9.1 Adapting to supply chain disruptions and illegal imports amidst European sanctions to drive market
- 10.4.10 REST OF EUROPE
- 10.5 SOUTH AMERICA
- 10.5.1 BRAZIL
- 10.5.1.1 Production capacity expansions and established distribution channels to propel market
- 10.5.2 ARGENTINA
- 10.5.2.1 Government initiatives to boost demand
- 10.5.3 CHILE
- 10.5.3.1 Steady growth and sustainability to drive market
- 10.5.4 REST OF SOUTH AMERICA
- 10.6 MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA
- 10.6.1 UAE
- 10.6.1.1 Growth of various manufacturing industries to drive market
- 10.6.2 SAUDI ARABIA
- 10.6.2.1 Large number of existing and new construction projects to boost demand
- 10.6.3 IRAN
- 10.6.3.1 Government investments and economic growth to drive wood products industry
- 10.6.4 REST OF MIDDLE EAST & AFRICA
11 COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
- 11.1 INTRODUCTION
- 11.2 KEY PLAYER STRATEGIES/RIGHT TO WIN
- 11.3 MARKET SHARE ANALYSIS, 2024
- 11.4 REVENUE ANALYSIS OF TOP FIVE PLAYERS, 2020-2024
- 11.5 COMPANY EVALUATION MATRIX: KEY PLAYERS, 2024
- 11.5.1 STARS
- 11.5.2 EMERGING LEADERS
- 11.5.3 PERVASIVE PLAYERS
- 11.5.4 PARTICIPANTS
- 11.5.5 COMPANY FOOTPRINT: KEY PLAYERS, 2024
- 11.5.5.1 Company footprint
- 11.5.5.2 Region footprint
- 11.5.5.3 Type footprint
- 11.5.5.4 Application footprint
- 11.5.5.5 Use type footprint
- 11.6 COMPANY EVALUATION MATRIX: STARTUPS/SMES, 2024
- 11.6.1 PROGRESSIVE COMPANIES
- 11.6.2 RESPONSIVE COMPANIES
- 11.6.3 DYNAMIC COMPANIES
- 11.6.4 STARTING BLOCKS
- 11.6.5 COMPETITIVE BENCHMARKING: STARTUPS/SMES, 2024
- 11.6.5.1 Detailed list of key startups/SMES
- 11.6.5.2 Competitive benchmarking of key startups/SMEs
- 11.7 PRODUCT COMPARISON ANALYSIS
- 11.8 COMPANY VALUATION AND FINANCIAL METRICS
- 11.9 COMPETITIVE SCENARIO
- 11.9.1 PRODUCT LAUNCHES
- 11.9.2 DEALS
- 11.9.3 EXPANSIONS
- 11.9.4 OTHER DEVELOPMENTS
12 COMPANY PROFILES
- 12.1 KEY PLAYERS
- 12.1.1 GEORGIA-PACIFIC
- 12.1.1.1 Business overview
- 12.1.1.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 12.1.1.3 Recent developments
- 12.1.1.3.1 Other development
- 12.1.1.4 MnM View
- 12.1.1.4.1 Key strengths
- 12.1.1.4.2 Strategic choices
- 12.1.1.4.3 Weaknesses and competitive threats
- 12.1.2 BOISE CASCADE COMPANY
- 12.1.2.1 Business overview
- 12.1.2.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 12.1.2.3 Recent developments
- 12.1.2.4 MnM view
- 12.1.2.4.1 Key strengths
- 12.1.2.4.2 Strategic choices
- 12.1.2.4.3 Weaknesses and competitive threats
- 12.1.3 WEYERHAEUSER COMPANY
- 12.1.3.1 Business overview
- 12.1.3.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 12.1.3.3 Recent developments
- 12.1.3.4 MnM view
- 12.1.3.4.1 Key strengths
- 12.1.3.4.2 Strategic choices
- 12.1.3.4.3 Weaknesses and competitive threats
- 12.1.4 UPM
- 12.1.4.1 Business overview
- 12.1.4.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 12.1.4.3 MnM view
- 12.1.4.3.1 Key strengths
- 12.1.4.3.2 Strategic choices
- 12.1.4.3.3 Weaknesses and competitive threats
- 12.1.5 SVEZA GROUP
- 12.1.5.1 Business overview
- 12.1.5.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 12.1.5.3 MnM View
- 12.1.5.3.1 Key strengths
- 12.1.5.3.2 Strategic choices
- 12.1.5.3.3 Weaknesses and competitive threats
- 12.1.6 AUSTRAL PLYWOODS
- 12.1.6.1 Business overview
- 12.1.6.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 12.1.7 POTLATCHDELTIC CORPORATION
- 12.1.7.1 Business overview
- 12.1.7.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 12.1.8 GREENPLY INDUSTRIES LIMITED
- 12.1.8.1 Business overview
- 12.1.8.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 12.1.8.3 Recent developments
- 12.1.8.3.1 Product launches
- 12.1.8.3.2 Expansions
- 12.1.9 METSA GROUP
- 12.1.9.1 Business overview
- 12.1.9.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 12.1.10 CENTURYPLY
- 12.1.10.1 Business overview
- 12.1.10.2 Products/Solutions/Services offered
- 12.2 SMES/STARTUPS
- 12.2.1 AUSTIN PLYWOOD
- 12.2.2 LATVIJAS FINIERIS AS
- 12.2.3 KITPLY INDUSTRIES LIMITED
- 12.2.4 KAJARIA PLYWOOD PVT. LTD.
- 12.2.5 MERINO INDUSTRIES LIMITED
- 12.2.6 GLOBE PANEL INDUSTRIES (I) PVT. LTD.
- 12.2.7 DUROPLY INDUSTRIES LIMITED
- 12.2.8 UNIPLY LTD.
- 12.2.9 UFP INDUSTRIES, INC.
- 12.2.10 MURPHY
- 12.2.11 WEST FRASER
- 12.2.12 ROYOMARTIN
- 12.2.13 FORMWOOD INDUSTRIES
- 12.2.14 ARCHELA CONTRACHAPADOS, S.L.
- 12.2.15 MIRALUZ
13 APPENDIX
- 13.1 DISCUSSION GUIDE
- 13.2 KNOWLEDGESTORE: MARKETSANDMARKETS' SUBSCRIPTION PORTAL
- 13.3 CUSTOMIZATION OPTIONS
- 13.4 RELATED REPORTS
- 13.5 AUTHOR DETAILS