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German sawmills undersupplied

In an open letter at the end of August, Dr. Stephan Lang,…

Germany’s softwood lumber exports pivot to US as European demand weakens

Germany exported about 4.73 million cubic meters (cbm) of softwood lumber in…

Germany’s softwood lumber exports fall sharply in first half of 2025

In the first half of 2025, Germany exported approximately 3.47 million cubic…

Germany’s sawmilling industry voices concern over reduced funding for construction initiatives

Germany’s main sawmilling body has criticised the German federal government’s “misplaced priorities”…

German timber trade federation: China duties could disrupt flooring market

The German Timber Trade Federation (GD Holz) considers the recently imposed anti-dumping…

Germany’s long-term timber outlook shows shift from softwood to hardwood, stable supply ahead

Germany’s long-term timber supply will remain broadly stable over the coming decades,…

EU softwood lumber exports to U.S. fall 19%, led by declines in Germany and Sweden

During the January–May period, U.S. imports of softwood lumber from the European…

German timber sector cautiously optimistic on outlook

Germany’s timber industry and sawmills are experiencing a cautious improvement in sentiment…

Germany: New fast-tracking housing law expected to boost construction

The Federal Association of German Prefabricated Construction (BDF) welcomed the Cabinet’s approval…

German forest owners gain from Trump’s tariffs as exports to U.S. rise

Germany is emerging as a key beneficiary of Donald Trump’s escalating trade…