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Material prices are soaring, says FMB
A third of small building firms say that soaring material prices are squeezing their margins and almost a quarter have had to pass these price increases onto consumers, according to research by the...
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TTJ Awards’ entries deadline looming
The deadline for entries to the judged categories in this year’s TTJ Awards is rapidly approaching.
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Scottish sawmiller in Nairn site investment
Scottish sawmiller Gordon Timber has celebrated the opening of a purpose-built new office at its Nairn base.
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The deadline for entries to the judged categories in this year’s TTJ Awards is rapidly approaching.
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Material prices are soaring, says FMB
A third of small building firms say that soaring material prices are squeezing their margins and almost a quarter have had to pass these price increases onto consumers, according to research by the Federation of Master Builders (FMB).
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Norbord’s UK and German markets still “strong”
Panel maker Norbord’s European operations delivered second quarter adjusted earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) of US$9m (€7.7m) versus US$11m (€9.4m) in the same quarter last year and $6m (€5.1m) in the prior quarter.
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Timber Industries APPG reformed following election
The Confederation of Timber Industries (CTI) has announced the reconstitution of the Timber Industries All Party Parliamentary Group (APPG), following the general election.
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EU lobbyist to speak at TIMCON AGM
A prominent EU lobbyist will present his prognosis for Brexit at the annual general meeting of the Timber Packaging & Pallet Confederation (TIMCON) next month.
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France’s oak producers are upbeat and investing and so far seem unbothered by Brexit in their key UK market. Mike Jeffree reports
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FrenCh show oFF to ConFident start
The Carrefour International du Bois evolves for each show, while staying true to its 100% timberroots, and the 2018 exhibition is keeping to this tried and tested formula. Mike Jeffree reports
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Cruise Control
Customers and staff of South London Timber enjoyed a river cruise to celebrate the company’s 30th anniversary. Stephen Powney reports
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Across the board Buoyancy
France’s wood sector is enjoying the strongest market conditions for a while, reports French Timber
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Softwood Sights Set on UK
The recovering French softwood sector is exploring new products and markets, including the UK. Mike Jeffree reports
BLOGS
SR Timber trading director Shaun Revill warns about false economies in roof batten purchasing within the roofing and building trade
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Celebrating opportunity
The Grown in Britain campaign is celebrating its fourth anniversary and has made progress on its mission to promote British timber, says its CEO Dougal Driver
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Ahead of the curve
The WWF has always been an arch campaigner for legal and sustainable timber.
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Finding Answers to Certification Challenges
To continue to increase the volume of verified sustainable timber on the market, the industry cannot settle for the certification status quo, says James Latham plc chairman Peter Latham
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Smart Technology
Technology is all around us and making changes to the way we live.
