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High costs and sanctions weigh on Russia’s lumber sector

Russia’s lumber industry is undergoing structural disruption due to the ongoing conflict…

Dark clouds over Poland’s furniture and wood industry as debts mount

The financial condition of Poland’s furniture manufacturers is deteriorating, with debts reaching…

What’s next for Poland’s wood industry and forests?

The current policies of the Ministry of Climate and Environment pose a…

Canadian lumber producers could raise prices by 25% if Trump imposes tariffs

The threat of a 25% tariff on Canadian softwood lumber exports to…

Trump tariffs could result in homebuilder price increases

Donald Trump has always been vocal about his trade policies. His return…

Fall in EU softwood lumber exports to the US

European softwood lumber exports to the USA experienced a downward trend in…

Tough fall expected for Swedish sawmills

The optimism that Swedish sawmill managers displayed in the spring has now…

Top players in the Romanian wood industry report substantial losses

In 2023, the Romanian wood industry experienced a significant downturn, as evidenced…

Sales in the German sawmill industry fall sharply; log prices remain stable

Softwood log prices in Germany barely changed in May, despite difficult sales…

Swedish wood industry sees bright prospects in EU, UK and US markets

Production and deliveries of Swedish wood products decreased slightly in 2023 compared…