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China’s softwood lumber imports down 13% in 2022; prices rise

In 2022, China’s imports of softwood lumber decreased 13% year-on-year to 16,7…

Canfor to shut down two sawmills in BC

Canfor Corp. says it will permanently shut down its sawmill and pellet…

Russia expands sawn timber exports to Africa and the Middle East, due to EU sanctions

In 2022 Russia increased the supply of sawn timber to the countries…

US-Canada softwood lumber trade war continues: West Fraser and Canfor to pay higher duties

West Fraser has to pay a new duty rate of 9.38 per…

Sweden: Sawlog prices increased by 14% in 2022

In year 2022 the sawlog prices in Sweden increased by 14 percent…

HS Timber to sell pellet distribution company

HS Timber Group, formerly known as Holzindustrie Schweighofer, announces the sale of…

Setra delivers good FY 2022 results, but sees weakened timber market

Swedish forestry company Setra has announced its financial results for the fourth…

Sinclar Group to curtail operations as three sawmills in BC

Sinclar Group Forest Products Ltd. announced it is curtailing its lumber operations…

Russian wood pellets might enter EU via Turkey, avoiding ban

There is mounting evidence that Russian wood pellet exporters could be circumnavigating…

Tolko to extend Armstrong, Soda Creek lumber mill shutdowns

Tolko Industries has announced it will be extending its holiday shutdown period…