Timber imports rise for first time in four years
Construction Enquirer
JUNE 20, 2025
UK timber imports have seen their first quarterly rise since 2021, after a strong surge in March. The latest stats from Timber Development UK show the market bounced back after a sluggish start to the year. January saw volumes dip 1%, followed by a 9% slide in February, but a 13% surge in March turned the quarter positive. Softwood was the star performer, with imports climbing nearly 2% and value up 12% on the back of stronger prices.
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