Finland’s softwood lumber exports reached 7.67 million m³ in the first ten months of 2025, up 27% from a year earlier, supported by strong demand in Egypt, Japan, the United Kingdom, China, Israel, and Saudi Arabia. Export value rose even faster—34% to €1.92 billion—as prices strengthened in several destinations and volumes expanded across key regions.  Egypt remained Finland’s largest overseas market, taking 1.34 million m³ (+50%). Japan grew to 750,823 m³ (+32%), reinforcing its position as the leading Asian destination. The United Kingdom absorbed 855,385 m³ (+51%), consolidating its ...