Further drop in construction expected in Europe
June saw a further drop in construction activity across the Eurozone, although the latest decline was [...]
July 16, 2020
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Segezha Group boosts sales of sawn softwood
The volume of sawn-softwood sold by Segezha Group in the first quarter was 9.0 % higher than a year [...]
July 16, 2020
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Swiss Krono sees positive timber construction future, despite Covid-19
Wood-based panels producer Swiss Krono Group says its production and sales of OSB is holding up well despite economic [...]
July 16, 2020
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Radiata pine logs under pressure in Chinese timber markets
The Chinese timber market is currently under the influence of increased rain weather and rising temperatures. [...]
July 16, 2020
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Abolishment of periodic customs declaration to slow down Russia’s wood exports
In June, Russia abolished periodic customs declaration of wood and wood products (TN VED 44). The [...]
July 15, 2020
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MDF expansion around the world continues at a fast pace
New MDF investment in Lithuania, and a rice straw MDF plant in the US are now [...]
July 15, 2020
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Prices for New Zealand exported logs to China dropping
CFR price in China has fallen further to stabilise at 110 USD per JASm3 for New Zealand A grade logs [...]
July 15, 2020
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India to remove ban on use of timber in building construction after 25 years
After 25 years, India has removed the ban on use of timber in construction of buildings. [...]
July 15, 2020
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Russia: OSB production capacity grows rapidly
Thanks to the continuous recovery of the national economy since the crisis and the launch of new investment projects in [...]
July 14, 2020
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Finland: Koskisen plans huge sawmill investment
Koskisen group is planning an extensive sawmill investment in Järvelä, Finland. The planned investment is [...]
July 14, 2020
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