Blumer Lehmann to open new timber construction production facility in Germany
Swiss timber construction company Blumer Lehmann is expanding its presence in Germany with the construction of a new production facility [...]
June 13, 2026
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CEI-Bois calls for stronger competitiveness and greater support for timber construction in Europe
The European woodworking industry has reiterated its call for more competitive framework conditions, a stronger bioeconomy and greater support for [...]
June 13, 2026
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Swedish timber trader files for bankruptcy after suspected fraud and timber theft
A Swedish timber trading company has filed for bankruptcy after uncovering suspicious financial transactions and information suggesting possible timber theft [...]
June 12, 2026
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Production to temporarily stop at Stora Enso’s sawmill
Stora Enso will suspend production at its Veitsiluoto sawmill in Kemi for two months, from the beginning of August until [...]
June 12, 2026
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US demand for EU softwood lumber weakens sharply
EU softwood lumber exports to the United States fell sharply in the first quarter of 2026, with volumes down 58 [...]
June 12, 2026
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Metsä Wood to cut 100 positions following restructuring talks
Metsä Wood will reduce approximately 100 positions in Finland and Estonia following the completion of restructuring negotiations aimed at improving [...]
June 12, 2026
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North American lumber prices show mixed movement at the end of May
North American lumber markets ended May with a mixed performance, as benchmark softwood lumber products remained largely stable while several [...]
June 12, 2026
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Schilliger Holz is starting production of wood fibre insulation boards
Swiss timber company Schilliger has started producing wood fibre insulation boards at its new facility in Küssnacht am Rigi [...]
June 12, 2026
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German sawmill industry warns of deeper crisis as insolvency risks grow
Germany's sawmill and wood industry is facing mounting pressure, with production expected to fall by a further 9-10 [...]
June 11, 2026
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Chile seizes ‘historic’ 100 tons of drugs hidden in lumber destined for Europe
Chilean authorities have announced the seizure of more than 100 tonnes of drugs hidden in lumber shipments bound for Europe [...]
June 11, 2026
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