Finland: Log prices stable in February
In February standing sales, average prices of logs in Finland remained at the same level as in January. The price [...]
March 21, 2025
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Romania’s antitrust body reviews Kronospan’s takeover of Ziegler sawmill
Romania’s competition authority said it is looking into the agreed takeover of local wood processing company ZG Timber Sebes [...]
March 21, 2025
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ECB warns that trade war risks hurt European economy
The European Central Bank (ECB) has made another interest rate cut, responding to heightened concerns over trade war risks that [...]
March 21, 2025
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Third-party companies used to bypass EU sanctions on Russian and Belarusian plywood
The European Commission recently issued an alert regarding a heightened risk of sanctions circumvention in the importation of plywood, with [...]
March 20, 2025
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What could the reconstruction of Ukraine mean for the timber industry?
Three forest industry experts from Finland predict the possible situation in Ukraine after the end of the war - if and [...]
March 20, 2025
The situation in the Red Sea is in turmoil again, and the global timber supply chain faces disruption
Tensions in the Red Sea region have escalated once again. Reports indicate that on March 15 (local time), the U [...]
March 20, 2025
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U.S. softwood log prices poised for recovery after years of decline
U.S. lumber prices are poised for an upward shift in 2025, driven by increased housing starts and renewed investment [...]
March 20, 2025
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Austria: Softwood log prices stable in March; construction industry likely to pick up
The Austrian economy remains in recession in March 2025. Especially in the industrial sector, the US tariff threats are further [...]
March 20, 2025
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US and EU moves could cripple Malaysia’s Meranti and Keruing exports
Malaysia's timber industry is facing mounting pressure as the United States and European Union consider new trade restrictions, including [...]
March 20, 2025
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China’s plywood exports surge 24% in 2024
China’s plywood exports surged in 2024, with shipments reaching 13.27 million cubic meters, valued at $5.271 billion [...]
March 20, 2025
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