European sawmills under pressure as market conditions remain uncertain
European sawmillers are continuing to face significant challenges due to ongoing poor market conditions, with expectations of a major boost [...]
November 19, 2024
China’s timber market shows signs of recovery
In the third quarter of 2024, China’s timber imports reached 15.52 million cubic meters, reflecting a 4% year [...]
November 19, 2024
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Versowood facing harsh realities
Finland's largest sawmill company, Versowood, reported grim but positive financial results for the fiscal year ending in June. [...]
November 19, 2024
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Austrian and German sawmill industry welcome EUDR deadline extension and repair
The European Parliament has voted to extend the deadline for implementing the EU Regulation on Deforestation-Free Products (EUDR) to [...]
November 19, 2024
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Kika/Leiner furniture chain insolvent again
Austrian furniture chain Kika/Leiner has again applied for bankruptcy after an attempt at restructuring failed, a spokeswoman announced from [...]
November 19, 2024
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EU Parliament delays, eases EUDR
Lawmakers in the European Parliament voted 371 to 240 to a one-year delay and amendments to alter the EU [...]
November 15, 2024
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EU Parliament EUDR vote: Industry concerns mount as regulatory future hangs in the balance
The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) faces a pivotal vote in the European Parliament, where its potential delay has stirred debate [...]
November 15, 2024
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Koskisen Q3 2024: Strong growth in sawn timber and panel segments despite sluggish market
Koskisen’s third-quarter (Q3) preview for 2024 indicates a promising reversal of earnings, as the company recovers from one [...]
November 15, 2024
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Estonia: Softwood prices rise, market uncertainty for timber companies persists
In the third quarter of 2024, Estonia's timber market saw a mixed performance across different wood categories. Prices for [...]
November 15, 2024
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US producers push to uphold high duties in Chinese plywood
The U.S. wood industry, represented by the Coalition for Fair Trade in Hardwood Plywood, has asked the U.S [...]
November 15, 2024
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