Finnish sawmills increase output, industry calls for secure wood supply
Sawn timber production in Finland reached 10.9 million cubic meters in 2024, reflecting a 5% increase compared to the [...]
February 14, 2025
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HS Timber modernizes drying in Finnish sawmill
HS Timber Group is upgrading drying operations at its Luvian Saha sawmill in Luvia, Finland, with the installation of an [...]
February 14, 2025
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Canfor opens new sawmill facility
Canfor Southern Pine has inaugurated a new sawmill complex in Axis, Alabama, following a $210 million investment. The facility, designed [...]
February 14, 2025
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Contrasting perspectives on US lumber tariffs
The debate over U.S. tariffs on imported softwood lumber continues to divide industry stakeholders, with homebuilders warning of increased [...]
February 14, 2025
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Swiss wood industry warns of supply shortages in summer
Last year, there was above-average rainfall in Swiss forests. Due to permanently waterlogged soils, timber harvesting was severely hampered [...]
February 14, 2025
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West Fraser sees positive lumber trends, but tariffs add uncertainty
West Fraser Timber said key trends that have been positive drivers of new home construction in recent years are expected [...]
February 14, 2025
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Unrealistic to expect US self-sufficiency in sawn timber, says Swedish market analyst
On February 11, 2025, the United States paused its plans to impose higher tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada [...]
February 13, 2025
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Metsä prepares layoffs at three sawmills
Through change negotiations, the company is preparing for layoffs of the entire personnel. Metsä Fibre, responsible for Metsä Group [...]
February 13, 2025
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Setra plans potential sale of Malå sawmill in 2025
Setra Group AB is considering selling its sawmill in Malå, Sweden, during 2025, aiming to strengthen its operations in central [...]
February 13, 2025
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Declining demand pushes latvian sawlog prices lower in 2024; optimistic forecasts for 2025
Over the past six months, Latvia’s wood market has remained relatively stable in terms of pricing, although regional and [...]
February 13, 2025
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