Unrealistic to expect US self-sufficiency in sawn timber, says Swedish market analyst
On February 11, 2025, the United States paused its plans to impose higher tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada [...]
February 13, 2025
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Metsä prepares layoffs at three sawmills
Through change negotiations, the company is preparing for layoffs of the entire personnel. Metsä Fibre, responsible for Metsä Group [...]
February 13, 2025
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Setra plans potential sale of Malå sawmill in 2025
Setra Group AB is considering selling its sawmill in Malå, Sweden, during 2025, aiming to strengthen its operations in central [...]
February 13, 2025
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Declining demand pushes latvian sawlog prices lower in 2024; optimistic forecasts for 2025
Over the past six months, Latvia’s wood market has remained relatively stable in terms of pricing, although regional and [...]
February 13, 2025
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Container price trends of late 2024 to persist into Q1 of 2025
Stepping into 2025, the container trading landscape continues to be shaped by elevated container prices, driven by uncertainties arising from [...]
February 13, 2025
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Russian government moves to support domestic timber processing due to export difficulties
The Russian timber processing sector is facing difficulties in selling products on foreign markets, prompting the need for stronger domestic [...]
February 13, 2025
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UK cuts subsidies for biomass power producer Drax
The UK government has reached a deal with Drax Group, the country's largest renewable power generator, to significantly reduce [...]
February 13, 2025
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Stora Enso’s wood products division sees 17% rise in sales, due to higher sales prices and demand
Stora Enso’s wood products division reported a 17% year-on-year increase in sales for Q4 2024, reaching EUR [...]
February 12, 2025
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Holmen reports stable wood prices but rising log costs weigh on profits
Swedish sawmiller Holmen has reported continuing low demand for wood products in Q4 2024, though prices remained stable. The [...]
February 12, 2025
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US lumber prices rise slightly as tariff delay reshapes market
A 30-day postponement in the implementation of tariffs on Canadian lumber shipments to the US has influenced recent trends [...]
February 12, 2025
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