Global survey reveals glimmer of hope for the wood industry in the upcoming period
GWMI released the results of its business sentiment survey conducted from September 15, 2023, to October 5, 2023, among its [...]
October 12, 2023
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Forest investments in France face uncertainty as wood prices decline
In France, the allure of forest investments has grown in recent years, driven by diversification, tax advantages, and ecological awareness [...]
October 12, 2023
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Finnish sawmills face layoffs this fall and winter due to weak demand
This year and next year, the Finnish forest industry will have to adapt to declining demand and increased production costs [...]
October 12, 2023
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Estonia: Pine and spruce log prices in September significantly lower compared to last year
In September, there were no significant changes in the softwood timber market. During the month, the prices for pine logs [...]
October 12, 2023
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German sawmill industry expects significant deterioration in the business situation in the next six months
The mood in the German wood industry remained cloudy in September 2023. Although companies were somewhat more satisfied with [...]
October 11, 2023
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Layoffs hit polish Ikea factory amidst industry challenges
Layoffs have commenced at the Polish Ikea factory in Goleniów, Poland. Over 130 people are set to lose their [...]
October 11, 2023
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Södra raises timber prices for spruce and pine
Demand for forest raw materials from family forestry remains. To meet the need for winter, from both the timber market [...]
October 11, 2023
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Despite declines in plywood production, Russian timber sector sees mixed performance and exports surge to China
Since the beginning of this year, the output and sales of Russian timber and wood products have declined, and plywood [...]
October 11, 2023
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Anxious autumn for Swedish sawmills
There is anxiety throughout the Swedish sawmill industry. - Where is the market heading? After a cautious optimism in the spring [...]
October 10, 2023
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Raw materials scarcity impacting global sawmill production
The challenges associated with securing raw materials have expanded globally, affecting sawmill operations across the world. Notably, in Canada, the [...]
October 10, 2023
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