Brazilian timber sector looks to 2010 World Cup

Brazil’s timber industry is hoping that the country’s hosting of the World Cup in 2010 will bring some much needed stimulus to the wood products sector, according to the International Tropical Timber Organisation’s latest market report.

The Timber Industry Union of Northern Mato Grosso believes the production capacity and timber species available in the state can meet the demands expected as venues are developed. It sees species such as cambara and amescla as ideal for timber frame and roofing components.

The success of securing the 2016 Olympics is also being flagged up as another positive signal for the timber industry industry to capitalise on.

Lower domestic consumption and falling timber exports have affected timber sectors across Brazil.