EU moves to postpone EUDR after huge pushback
The European Commission has proposed delaying the implementation of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), extending the deadlines for compliance by [...]
October 4, 2024
EUDR postponement: Mixed reactions from the European wood industry
The European Commission's proposal to delay the implementation of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) by one year has determined [...]
October 4, 2024
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Sweden: Softwood lumber exports fall on lower demand in EU, UK and China
In the first seven months of 2024, Sweden exported approximately 7.12 million cubic meters of softwood lumber, a 9 [...]
October 3, 2024
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Shifting market conditions force Moelven to announce layoffs
Moelven Byggmodul AB has recently announced layoffs at its shed manufacturing facility in Kil, Sweden citing weak demand as the [...]
October 3, 2024
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German woodworking machinery production expected to drop 15% in 2024
VDMA (German Machinery and Equipment Manufacturers Association) Woodworking Machinery has retracted its forecast for 2024, expecting a 15% decline in [...]
October 3, 2024
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EUDR before the World Trade Organization
The European Union on 25 September seemingly turned down appeals from the World Trade Organization’s Director-General as well [...]
October 3, 2024
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Looming US Port strike could shake supply chains
The U.S. economy faces potential disruptions as dockworkers from Maine to Texas launched a strike, halting operations at key [...]
October 3, 2024
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Plummeting European exports of softwood logs & lumber to China this year
The European Union's softwood log and lumber exports to China have seen a significant decline during the first seven [...]
October 2, 2024
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2Q earnings decline: A closer look at North America’s lumber industry challenges
Recent earnings reports from major North American forestry companies reveal significant challenges in the lumber industry, with a noticeable decline [...]
October 2, 2024
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Stable roundwood prices in Germany in September
The roundwood market in Germany remains stable. There were hardly any noticeable changes in the price structure in September. [...]
October 2, 2024
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