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UK timber and panel imports remain subdued

UK imports of the main timber and panel products for the first two months of 2024 are fractionally ahead of [...]
May 10, 2024 Latest Trends

Swedish sawmills face timber shortages, prompting Finnish competition

The Swedish forest industry has had exceptional times. Inflation and rising interest rates have hampered the country's economy, and [...]
May 9, 2024 Latest Trends

The entire Poland wood industry is in crisis; massive layoffs and wood prices among the highest in the EU

18 thousand reduced positions within a year and a half, another 5,000 expected. in 2024 alone, a decrease in [...]
May 9, 2024 Latest Trends

Will N. American lumber prices find a bottom?

The lumber market in North America, as we approach spring 2024, presents a nuanced picture. Despite recent declines in wood [...]
May 9, 2024 Latest Trends

New sawmill closure in U.S. highlights industry challenges

A North Idaho lumber mill is set to close this summer due to ongoing pressures faced by timber companies in [...]
May 9, 2024 Latest Trends

Softwood lumber is in high demand, says Finnish sawmill owner

Junnikkala's new export sawmill in Oulu will be trimmed into working condition during the spring. The major investment of [...]
May 8, 2024 Latest Trends

Canada: Slowdown in DIY home projects weakens lumber markets

A slowdown in home repair and remodelling projects has weakened lumber markets, the latest setback for Canadian sawmills struggling financially [...]
May 8, 2024 Latest Trends

U.S. to allow wood imports from Russia

The U.S. Treasury Department suddenly announced that it would allow U.S. companies to continue to conduct energy-related [...]
May 8, 2024 Latest Trends

James Jones & Sons to acquire pallet manufacturer in Australia

James Jones & Sons Ltd has announced the further expansion of its pallet manufacturing division in Australia, with the acquisition [...]
May 8, 2024 Latest Trends

Eight U.S. wood groups seek delay of EUDR

A consortium of eight U.S. wood-related trade groups signed a letter requesting the European Commission to push back [...]
May 7, 2024 Latest Trends