Sawmill Market Size, Share, Growth, and Global Industry Analysis, By Type (Softwood Lumber and Hardwood Lumber), By Application, (Construction, Furniture, Packaging and Joinery, and Others), Covid-19 Impact, Latest Trends, Segmentation, Driving Factors, Restraining Factors, Key Industry Players, Regional Insights and Forecast From 2025 To 2034

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SAWMILL MARKET OVERVIEW

Global Sawmill market size is forecasted to grow from approximately USD 243.742 billion in 2025 to approximately USD 270.798 billion in 2026, reaching nearly USD 628.575 billion by 2034, at a CAGR of 11.1% between 2025 and 2034.

A sawmill is an equipment used to cut logs into lumber. There are machines made especially for cutting the logs into shamble. Advanced sawmills are inbuilt with a motorized saw to cut the logs and make long pieces into custom sizes. Before introducing the advanced motorized sawmill, the woods were cut into lumber with the help of hand sawn and two men with a whipsaw. This conventional way used to take a lot of time. The advanced machine requires a power supply and finishes the work in lesser time. 

The sawmill's general work is the same as it was years ago. Enter the log on one end, and the lumber exits on the other side. These machines are used for sawing logs into lumber or rough-squared sections and boards. To finish the process, a sawmill is equipped with tenoning, planing, molding, and other machines. The sawmills are generally situated near the rail or river where timber can be easily bought, and the mill design is dependent on the transportation mode. Also, resawing machines handle the partly broken materials and deal with them. 

Key Findings 

COVID-19 Impact

Shut Down of Transportation Industry Retarded Growth During Pandemic

The global COVID-19 pandemic has been unprecedented and staggering, with sawmill experiencing higher-than-anticipated demand across all regions compared to pre-pandemic levels. The spike in CAGR is attributable to the sawmill market growth and demand returning to pre-pandemic levels once the pandemic is over.

The market experienced a downfall in growth due to a sudden lockdown globally. This lockdown restricted transportation, manufacturing, and distribution, resulting in the market growth's downfall. The demand for the product decreased due to the shutdown of construction industries globally. The pandemic shut down the production of machinery due to a prolonged lockdown. The pandemic already affected the sales of various machinery and equipment, which later retarded the sawmill market growth. The lockdown affected the growth rate of the market. 

LATEST TRENDS

Demand for Modern Equipment to Flourish Product Demand

Demand for advanced equipment with higher productivity and efficiency without affecting the safety or quality is likely to boost the product demand in the global market. The current innovations in the logging methods of woods coupled with the forest science in enhancing techniques for sawmill operations are forecasted to surge market growth. Additionally, the inclination of the general population toward wooden products is also anticipated to bolster growth in the market.

• Technological Integration: The integration of 3D bioprinting and AI in regenerative medicine is influencing approximately 55% of current innovation trends.

• FDA Approvals: Recent FDA approvals of new regenerative therapies have contributed to a 20% increase in industry advancement and adoption rates.

RESTRAINING FACTORS

The increased cost of equipment to decelerate growth

Technical advancements in the machine increase the cost of the product, which is forecasted to retard the expansion of sawmill market share. The market may also experience resistance due to a lack of professional machine operators. Operating these machines and equipment require skills and experience, which is anticipated to be another factor in hindering the market growth. The increased cost of this equipment is forecasted to hinder the market growth. 

• High Treatment Costs: High treatment costs, ranging from USD 500,000 to 2 million, impede approximately 40% of potential market adoption.

• Regulatory Challenges: Regulatory challenges and approval delays affect about 30% of regenerative therapy applications.

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SAWMILL MARKET SEGMENTATION

• By Type Analysis

By type, the market is segmented into softwood lumber and hardwood lumber.

Softwood lumber is expected to dominate other segments as it owns a share of more than 65%. 

• By Application Analysis

Based on application, the market is classified into construction, furniture, packaging and joinery, and others. 

Construction is expected to dominate the application segment as it holds the major share of this segment. Construction industries widely use wood in manufacturing and interior designing buildings and already built buildings.

DRIVING FACTORS

Increasing Government Investment On Equipment to Accelerate the Growth

Sawmills are the factories where logs are cut into lumbers or planks, and these factories are included in the forestry sector. The government is focused on the development of forests and forest-related industries. Thus, the higher investments by the government are anticipated to supplement the sawmill market growth. Moreover, the expanding use of wood in manufacturing various products such as furniture, doors, and others is forecasted to boost growth. 

Rising Demand for Wood and Wood Products to Bolster Market Growth

The higher standard of living among the population is forecasted to surge the demand for wood and wood products ascribed to the use of woods in various industries. It is now being used in making houses, packaging, artworks, and papers, likely to boost the market growth in the forecast period. Additionally, the woods are now being used in the packaging and joinery sector, which is also surging the market growth.

• Chronic Diseases: The rising prevalence of chronic diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular disorders is driving about 65% of market demand.

• Government Funding: Government and institutional funding for regenerative medicine R&D contributes to 50% of overall research progress.

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SAWMILL MARKET REGIONAL INSIGHTS

North America to Lead Market Ascribed to The Rental Availability of Machines

North America is estimated to dominate the market ascribed to the equipment's availability on a rental basis and the development of online retail facilities. Additionally, the regional growth is backed by the increasing government investments in infrastructure development. The U.S. is anticipated to record the highest growth in the forestry equipment market ascribed to the rapidly increasing construction and economic activities. 

Asia Pacific is estimated to show sizeable growth in the global market ascribed to the rising government expenses on rehabilitation and up-gradation of the forests and the forestry equipment across the region.  

KEY INDUSTRY PLAYERS

Major Players to Emphasize Launching Efficient Machines

Key manufacturers are focused on constantly upgrading their product portfolio by launching advanced features to differentiate their products from other companies' products. Competitors also emphasize sustaining the market of heavy competition.  The key competitors are making various analytical approaches. Major players also emphasize boosting their presence through investments, partnerships, agreements, joint ventures, expansions & investments, and partnerships. The emergence of advanced products is expected to increase product demand and support market growth. The companies are also forecasted to focus on developing higher efficiency products to gain sawmill market share. 

• West Fraser (Canada): West Fraser is a leading North American diversified wood products company, with operations across Canada and the U.S., holding around 12% of the global sawmill market.

• Canfor (Canada): Canfor is a global leader in the production of sustainable wood products, with extensive operations in British Columbia, accounting for approximately 8% of the market.

List Of Top Sawmill Companies

• West Fraser (Canada)
• Canfor (Canada)
• Weyerhaeuser (U.S.)
• Stora Enso (Finland)
• Georgia-Pacific (U.S.)
• Interfor (Canada)
• Sierra Pacific Industries (U.S.)
• Hampton Affiliates (U.S.)
• Arauco (Chile)
• Tolko (Canada)
• Holzindustrie Schweighofer (Austria)
• Pheifer (Austria)
• Klausner Holz Thüringen (Germany)
• Sodra (Sweden)
• SCA (Sweden)
• Ante-holz GmbH (Germany)
• Rayonier Advanced Materials (Tembec) (U.S.)
• Moelven (Norway)
• Rettenmeier Group (Germany)
• Hyne Timber (Australia)

INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT

September 2019- Waver, a Slovenia-based company created an advanced sawmill known as WRC 1050 ac. This new product is well-equipped with advanced technology such as frequency-controlled movements and motors. This advancement made wood cutting efficient and easier. 

REPORT COVERAGE

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