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European softwood lumber exports to the U.S. jump 64% in Jan.–July 2025

European softwood lumber exports to the United States rose sharply in the…

High European log prices squeeze sawmills as margins deteriorate

Log prices across Europe remain elevated, eroding sawmill profitability as lumber markets…

European furniture industry responds to Trump’s decision on furniture tariffs

The European furniture industry’s collaborative organisation (EFIC), voices concern over possible new…

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…

European sanctions put Russian plywood exporter in jeopardy

United Panel Group, once a leading Russian plywood exporter to Europe, has…

European demand for Chinese plywood stabilises at low levels as trade tensions rise

Demand for Chinese-made plywood in Europe has recently stabilised at a subdued…

Cautious optimism returns among European sawmillers as Q3 outlook stabilizes

Central European sawmills are reporting a modest uptick in business confidence heading…

European softwood lumber market weakens as summer demand disappoints

The slowdown in the European softwood lumber market has become more pronounced…

European hardwood sawmills face mounting pressure in China

European hardwood sawmills, particularly those supplying beech lumber, are under mounting pressure…

European wood-based panel industry posts 2.7% growth, but concerns rise over EU regulation

The European Panel Federation (EPF) held its annual general meeting and conference…