Kronospan to acquire major cargo terminal at Port of Riga

In early July, SIA Kronospan Riga, a subsidiary of the Kronospan Group,…

SCA wood division posts improved sales and profits in Q2/2024

SCA’s wood division recorded improved sales and profits in Q2 compared to…

Steico AG posts considerable growth in half-year profits

Woodfibre insulation board and engineered wood product manufacturer Steico AG has reported…

Finland: Output of sawmills drops in H1/2024

It is estimated that the output of Finnish softwood sawmills has declined…

Japan: Prices for imported softwood lumber from Europe on the rise

The price increase of imported lumber for housing construction in Japan is…

Poland: Revolution in State Forests wood sales aimed at limiting exports

A significant change is coming to the timber sales industry in Poland.…

US hardwood veneer & plywood manufacturer closing 3 facilities

A US hardwood veneer and plywood manufacturer is permanently closing three facilities…

Western Cascade mill in Toledo closing, cites log supply issues

The chip and sawmill operated by Western Cascade Industries in Toledo, Oregon,…

EUDR will likely results in a hike in operational costs for companies

The level of due diligence that companies will need to carry out…

China: Soft log demand in July, market outlook gloomy

Log demand has softened in China during July with some nervousness around…