European softwood lumber exports to the U.S. jump 64% in Jan.–July 2025

European softwood lumber exports to the United States rose sharply in the…

Russia: Segezha’s revenues drop as plywood sales fall 18%

Segezha, one of Russia’s largest timber industry groups, reported a revenue decline…

High European log prices squeeze sawmills as margins deteriorate

Log prices across Europe remain elevated, eroding sawmill profitability as lumber markets…

European Commission publishes new EUDR guidance – but will it soon be outdated?

On 12 August 2025, the European Commission released its latest guidance on…

Sweden needs a more aggressive forestry policy, says SCA’s CEO

Forestry in northern Sweden is a social force that connects the economy,…

German pellet prices edge upward as demand builds

Wood pellet prices in Germany rose in August 2025, emerging from their…

Komatsu Forest lays off 90 workers at Umeå plant

Komatsu Forest has issued layoff notices to 90 employees at its Umeå…

German sawmills undersupplied

In an open letter at the end of August, Dr. Stephan Lang,…

Lumber prices steady in North America despite tariffs, wildfires and futures drop

Lumber prices across North America held steady in mid-August, even as softwood…

European furniture industry responds to Trump’s decision on furniture tariffs

The European furniture industry’s collaborative organisation (EFIC), voices concern over possible new…