Market and sales

The European market for publication papers is characterized by high consolidation and the five largest players have a market share of 80% or more for most paper grades. SCA is the sixth largest publication papers manufacturer in Europe.

The European market for solid-wood products is dominated by a large number of small and medium-sized sawmills and the five leading suppliers combined only account for about 20% of the European market. SCA’s sawmill operations hold strong positions in growing market segments and SCA is the eight-largest manufacturer in Europe.

SCA is Europe’s largest private forest owner with a total of 2.6 million hectares.

Sales are conducted primarily in Europe, but also in North America and Japan.

Sales by product segments 2007

Sales by product segments 2007

Sales by region 2007

Sales by region