U.S. sawmills produce more softwood lumber, while Canadian output drops

U.S. sawmills in July produced 3.105 billion board ft. (bbf) of softwood…

Analysis: Energy crisis in Europe-consequences for the wood industry

As winter approaches, the energy crisis in Europe is putting increased pressure…

Analysis: Energy crisis in Europe-consequences for the wood industry

As winter approaches, the energy crisis in Europe is putting increased pressure…

Estonia: Some sawmills face closure due to fall in demand and high energy prices

Some Estonian sawmills may need to close by year end, at least temporarily, as a fall in demand has hit timber producers at a time of soaring energy prices. Sawmills are also facing competition from energy firms making the switch … Continue reading → The post Estonia: Some sawmills face closure due to fall in demand and high energy prices appeared first on Timber Industry News.

Estonia: Some sawmills face closure due to fall in demand and high energy prices

Some Estonian sawmills may need to close by year end, at least…

France’s softwood sawmills report significant market slowdown

At the start of September, many sawmill owners in France are asking themselves questions about the evolution of the markets, in particular those specializing in construction timber. In this sector, the negative signals that appeared in June and July have now …

Canfor to curtail production at its sawmills in Sweden

Canfor Corporation announced that effective September 12, 2022, it intends to reduce operations at its Swedish facilities due to a decrease in market demand. According to the press release, the reduced operating schedule will result in a 15% decrease in … Continue reading → The post Canfor to curtail production at its sawmills in Sweden appeared first on Timber Industry News.

Canfor to curtail production at its sawmills in Sweden

Canfor Corporation announced that effective September 12, 2022, it intends to reduce…

French softwood sawmills report significant market slowdown

At the start of September, many sawmill owners in France are asking…

Many sawmills close in Gabon and Cameroon due fuel shortage

In Cameroon more than 50 sawmills have stopped production and in Gabon…