At FDC, we’re always working hard to stay up to date with the multiple industries and territories we support. Keeping on top of market trends helps us serve our customers and dealer network better, ensuring we anticipate needs rather than just react to them. This recent market paper on forestry equipment was particularly useful, so we’ve pulled out some key highlights for you below. The original source is listed — have a read and let us know what you think!

Source: Mordor Intelligence – Forestry Equipment Market Report – this is generally a wonderful source for insight, we urge you to explore for yourself.

Industry Outlook

The Forestry Equipment Market is projected to grow steadily at a CAGR of 4.15% (2024–2029), fueled by rising global awareness of sustainable forest management and the shift from manual to mechanized forestry operations. Governments, industry leaders, and regional initiatives are driving demand for advanced equipment that improves efficiency while supporting environmental goals.

Key Market Drivers

• Sustainable Forest Management – Growing focus on stewardship practices that balance environmental, economic, and cultural objectives. Government funding, such as the USD 33.7 million US investment in 2023, highlights the link between resilient forests and strong rural economies.
• Regional Growth in Latin America – Restoration efforts in the Atlantic Forest are expected to significantly increase demand for large-scale forestry machinery, with over 700,000 ha already restored and ambitious targets set through 2050.
• Urbanization & Renewable Energy – As urban expansion and bioenergy demand rise, chippers and grinders have become essential for producing uniform wood chips and pellets used in power generation.

Market Trends

• Chippers & Grinders Lead On-Site Equipment – Driven by the surge in wood pellet demand, these machines play a central role in forestry and renewable energy supply chains.
• North America Leads the Market – The U.S. forest products industry contributes over USD 200 billion annually, with Canada also ranking among the world’s top timber producers. This robust industry underpins strong equipment demand, particularly for loaders, mulchers, and harvesters.
• Technological Advancements – Leading players like Deere, Komatsu, and Volvo CE are innovating with new machinery optimized for efficiency, terrain adaptability, and productivity.

Challenges

High upfront costs and limited awareness of forestry equipment in developing regions remain barriers to adoption. However, growing investment in sustainable forestry and bioenergy continues to create strong long-term opportunities.

What This Means for FDC Partners and customers that chose our products

For dealers and customers in forestry, these trends signal a sustained demand for high-performance, durable final drives and parts to keep machinery operating at peak efficiency. As forestry operations expand globally, the need for reliable aftermarket support grows.

At The Final Drive Centre (FDC), we support forestry and construction professionals worldwide with:

• A 2-year warranty and “fit or your money back” guarantee on every FDC final drive.
• Access to 2M+ part numbers through our Knowledge Base and Online Parts Finder.
• Long-term service through our Approved Repairs programme.
• A trusted global dealer network, ensuring local expertise and lifetime support.

Forestry equipment may be evolving rapidly, but FDC ensures that our partners and customers are always equipped for success.

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Source: Mordor Intelligence – Forestry Equipment Market Report