Trading Of Plywood Companies in Malaysia

The Malaysian plywood industry is one of the largest in the world, with production capacity of over 3 million m3. It is also one of the most competitive, with over 100 companies operating in the country.

The industry is highly fragmented, with the top five companies accounting for less than 30% of total production. The remaining 70% is split between many small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).

The industry is dominated by two types of companies: integrated producers and non-integrated producers. Integrated producers are companies that own their own forests and sawmills, and produce plywood from start to finish. Non-integrated producers are companies that buy timber from other companies and then produce plywood from it.

The majority of plywood produced in Malaysia is exported, with the United States, Japan, China, and Europe being the main markets. The Malaysian plywood industry is facing stiff competition from other countries, such as Indonesia and China.

To remain competitive, Malaysian plywood companies need to focus on producing high-quality products and ensuring efficient operations. They also need to invest in research and development to create new and improved products.