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

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

European pulp and paper industry welcomes signing of EU–Mercosur trade agreement, urges swift ratification

The Confederation of European Paper Industries (Cepi) has welcomed the signing of…

Finland’s timber trade volumes fell sharply in 2025 as market activity slowed

Finland’s timber market experienced a pronounced slowdown in 2025, with trading activity…

HS Timber expands lumber capacities to 4m m³

After a phase of retrenchment marked by shutdowns and asset sales in…

British Columbia promotes forestry and wood products in India under Look West strategy

British Columbia is stepping up efforts to diversify its forestry and wood…

Emerging momentum in the European construction sector

Europe’s construction market has stabilised and is showing signs of emerging momentum…

U.S. Senate approves three resolutions to revoke Trump’s authority on import tariffs

The U.S. Senate has approved three resolutions seeking to limit President Trump’s…

UK traders competing fiercely for sales to year-end

With the fourth quarter underway, weak demand has been creating difficulties for…

EUDR to proceed on schedule as Commission rules out further delay

The European Commission has confirmed that the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) will…

U.S. hardwood industry urges White House for support as export markets shrink

The Hardwood Federation has urged the White House to provide federal assistance…