Sale of IKEA Russian factories in Russia receives approval

On February 15, the Russian government commission approved a deal to sell…

West Fraser sees robust medium-term demand in N. America and Europe

West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. said it expects key trends will support new…

Soaring Chinese softwood log imports from Latvia

China’s softwood log imports from Latvia in 2022 soared 288% to 610,000…

Wood prices are rising sharply in Germany

The prices for sawlogs have risen sharply compared to the fourth quarter…

North American lumber prices are on the decline again

North American lumber prices are on the decline again as questions continue to…

2023 is set to be another tricky year for the UK timber trade

More ‘regular’ UK timber import patterns seen in Q4 2022. The gap…

Hasslacher Group acquires 40% stake in Spanish Egoin Wood Group

The Hasslacher Group has acquired a 40% stake in the Egoin Wood…

UK: Gill & Robinson agrees to acquire business of Rowlinson Timber

UK timber agent Gill & Robinson has reached an agreement to buy…

Raute to supply automated panel repair line to Pfeifer Group

The Pfeifer Group has invested in the latest panel repair technology from…

European softwood lumber exports to US rise sharply in 2022

In 2022, the European softwood lumber exports to the USA continued their…