High costs and sanctions weigh on Russia’s lumber sector
Russia’s lumber industry is undergoing structural disruption due to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and Western sanctions. International reports [...]
April 2, 2025
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Sumitomo Forestry to acquire Teal Jones Louisiana sawmill
Sumitomo Forestry Co., Ltd. announced that its Board of Directors has agreed to acquire 100% of the shares of Teal [...]
April 2, 2025
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German lumber prices surge as U.S. demand rises, China imports slump
Germany’s lumber market is experiencing sharp price increases in the first quarter of 2025, driven by a combination of [...]
April 1, 2025
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Rettenmeier reopens former Ziegler sawmill, downsizing operations
The Plößberg sawmill—previously the largest in Europe—has resumed operations following Ziegler's insolvency. Wood industry company Rettenmeier [...]
April 1, 2025
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Finnish plywood mills struggle with undercapacity as demand remains sluggish
Demand for Finnish softwood plywood is being weakened primarily by the construction recession, but also by cheap imports of softwood [...]
April 1, 2025
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Metsä Group’s Forest Director: Logging restrictions would lead to billions in losses
According to Metsä Group's Forest Director Juha Jumppanen, limiting logging would mean significant economic losses in the EU and [...]
March 28, 2025
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Lumber under pressure: tariffs and uncertainty disrupt the U.S. market
As the U.S. construction industry enters its peak season, trade disputes and tariff uncertainties are sending tremors through the [...]
March 28, 2025
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Softwood log prices in Germany stabilize after February gains
Roundwood prices in Germany remained stable from February to March, following slight regional increases in softwood sawlog prices the previous [...]
March 28, 2025
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Latvian Forest Company explores sale of forest assets in Latvia and Lithuania
Latvian Forest Company AB has decided to explore the market regarding a sale of the company's forest assets in [...]
March 28, 2025
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Pfeifer Holding completes Imst mill upgrade, boosting capacity by 20%
Pfeifer Holding announced that its solid wood panel mill at its Imst headquarters has been fully modernized after an investment [...]
March 28, 2025
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