The tariffs represent a significant weakening in the international trade environment.

United States is reshaping the global playing field, creating uncertainty in the operating environment of the forest industry.

Forest industry production volumes since 1960.

The share of export production varies by product group from 54 percent to 96 percent.

Distribution of export market for Finnish forest industry products in 2024.

Volume of forest industry exports by product type 1960-2024.

The Finnish Forest Industries is encouraged to see the EU setting its course for a carbon-neutral competitive Europe.

The Commission will present its proposal for the new EU multiannual financial framework (MFF) later this summer.

Alongside the Competitiveness Compass, the European Commission’s 2025 agenda marks a promising shift towards deregulation, competitiveness, and strategic preparedness.