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Despite trade issues in the US and Europe, China’s plywood exports hit record high

China’s plywood exports rose to a record level in 2025 despite prolonged…

Italy’s woodworking machinery output declines as competition from China intensifies

The global woodworking and furniture machinery sector is moving out of the…

China slowdown hits European softwood lumber exports hard

European timber exports to China fell significantly in 2025, affecting both trade…

New Zealand log prices and volumes hinge on China and India demand

Log harvesting in New Zealand has returned to full pace following the…

Low-price shockwave as Chinese LVL inflows surge into Australia

Just as Australia’s housing market is beginning to show tentative signs of…

U.S. slaps 80% retroactive duty on Chinese plywood imports

The U.S. Department of Commerce has imposed steep preliminary countervailing duties on…

B.C. reaches lumber understanding with China as U.S. trade pressure persists

British Columbia has signed a new understanding with China aimed at expanding…

China’s log and softwood lumber imports turn positive in November

China’s timber imports recorded a clear rebound in November, with both volume…

Russia’s timber giant Segezha plans Shanghai timber hub as Russia deepens pivot to China

Russia’s largest forest products group, Segezha Group, is preparing to establish a…

China’s housing construction falls to lowest level in two decades

China’s housing construction activity has slumped to its lowest level in more…