Archives: 2024

Japan: Prices for imported softwood lumber from Europe on the rise

The price increase of imported lumber for housing construction in Japan is becoming more noticeable. According to the Ministry of [...]
August 7, 2024 Latest Trends

Poland: Revolution in State Forests wood sales aimed at limiting exports

A significant change is coming to the timber sales industry in Poland. Starting next year, the Poland's State Forests [...]
August 7, 2024 Latest Trends

US hardwood veneer & plywood manufacturer closing 3 facilities

A US hardwood veneer and plywood manufacturer is permanently closing three facilities across Wisconsin, including two locations in the northeastern [...]
August 7, 2024 Latest Trends

Western Cascade mill in Toledo closing, cites log supply issues

The chip and sawmill operated by Western Cascade Industries in Toledo, Oregon, has permanently closing its doors last week, as [...]
August 7, 2024 Latest Trends

EUDR will likely results in a hike in operational costs for companies

The level of due diligence that companies will need to carry out under the EUDR will depend on the risk [...]
August 6, 2024 Latest Trends

China: Soft log demand in July, market outlook gloomy

Log demand has softened in China during July with some nervousness around August pricing. Wet weather events are causing a [...]
August 6, 2024 Latest Trends

Germany: Roundwood prices rise again in July

In July, roundwood prices in Germany rose slightly again. The price for the core range sections BC 2b+ for [...]
August 6, 2024 Latest Trends

Market and price pressure impact Egger’s revenues and earnings

The Egger Group looks back on an eventful 2023/2024 financial year, characterized by a weak economic environment: Egger generated [...]
August 6, 2024 Latest Trends

Canfor completes sawmill acquisition in US South

Canfor Corporation announces that it has completed the acquisition of a sawmill in Union County, Arkansas, from Resolute El Dorado [...]
August 6, 2024 Latest Trends

Finland’s softwood lumber exports fall in all key markets

In the first five months of 2024, Finland exported approximately 2.90 million cubic meters softwood lumber. This represents a [...]
August 2, 2024 Latest Trends