Market sentiment in Swedish softwood sector weakens after summer declines

The Swedish softwood lumber market is currently characterized by subdued demand, uncertainty,…

Canada backs down on some U.S. lumber tariffs

Canada withdrew challenges against some import taxes the US levied against softwood…

Billerud’s cost-saving program could affect over 600 jobs

To strengthen its competitiveness, Billerud has decided to introduce a cost-saving program.…

China’s plywood exports rise in the first half

China’s plywood exports reached 6.49 million cubic metres in the first half…

Stihl CEO: “Regulations makes Europeans slow, tariffs disrupt markets“

US tariffs are disrupting global markets and diverting Chinese exports to Europe,…

EU wood pellet imports forecast to recover in 2025

EU demand for pellets has significantly outpaced domestic production over the past…

Vida AB completes $164 million acquisition of Karl Hedin Sågverk

In July, it was reported that Vida had entered into an agreement…

U.S. lumber prices drop further

Lumber futures fell toward $560 per thousand board feet, as demand softened…

Austrial: Roundwood shortage likely to push up prices in autumn

Upper Austrian sawmills are looking for softwood logs to fill their warehouses…

Construction recovery: Germany sees sharp rise in building permits

Germany saw a significant recovery in building permits for residential construction in…