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Warning hits Sweden’s forest industry – “Extremely strained situation”

The Swedish forest industry is under severe pressure amid rising costs, reduced…

Global timber markets feel the impact of China’s property collapse

At the 73rd International Softwood Conference in Oslo, Sweden’s Setra Group presented…

Higher lumber tariffs unlikely to solve U.S. forestry investment shortfall

Softwoods such as pine and spruce are essential materials for U.S. housing…

Ponsse is preparing for layoffs next year

Negotiations for changes at the forest machinery company Ponsse have concluded. As…

HS Timber Group to acquire Setra’s Malå Såg in Sweden

The Austrian HS Timber Group has agreed to acquire 100% of Swedish…

After two difficult years, is European softwood demand finally stabilising?

European softwood consumption grew slightly in H1 2025 but the main good…

FSC to vote on motion addressing fraud allegations in certification system

The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) will vote next week on whether to…

Stora Enso: Wood is needed despite uncertainties

Despite weak market sentiment, Stora Enso reports continued demand for raw wood…

20 European associations call for EUDR postponement

Just days after the European Commission reaffirmed its intention to proceed with…

B.C. targets Europe and MENA with new forest trade office in London

British Columbia plans to open a new forest trade office in London…