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NZ log exports forecast to rise 18 June, 2013
Record log exports are expected to underpin an increase in export revenue for New Zealand in the coming year.
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EOS forecasts 2013 decline in timber demand
Monday, June 17, 2013 European sawn softwood production and consumption is forecast to decrease in 2013 by 1.1% and 2.2% respectively, a large gathering of sawmillers in Vienna has heard.
Norbord hits back at biomass critics
Monday, June 17, 2013 Norbord has responded to an attack on its Better by Nature consumer advertising campaign from the biomass-burning energy sector, which accuses the company of “cynicism” in its claims that demand from subsidised power generators is driving up wood costs.
Vida mill kiln being repaired after fire
Monday, June 17, 2013 Vida says a fire-damaged kiln at its Borgstena sawmill in Sweden will be operational again in July.
Disassociation of Danzer by FSC is widely criticised
Saturday, June 15, 2013 The Forest Stewardship Council’s decision to suspend Danzer’s FSC certification over alleged breaches of its rules in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), is drawing widespread criticism from the rest of the industry.
Luxury furniture manufacturer buys Stenner resaw
Saturday, June 15, 2013 Daltons Wadkin has supplied a Stenner ST100R band resaw to one of the world’s most exclusive luxury furniture manufacturers - Clive Christian Furniture.
Postsaver forecasts trebling of sales in 2013
Saturday, June 15, 2013 Postsaver, manufacturer of the timber post protective sleeve, has forecast a tripling of sales this year.
Victorian Woodworks continues expansion with Mayfair showroom
Saturday, June 15, 2013 The rebranding and relaunching of luxury wood flooring producer Victorian Woodworks is continuing with the opening of a Mayfair showroom, new ranges and a new website.
M&M Timber runs Agricised posts at full capacity
Friday, June 14, 2013 M&M Timber says production of its newly-launched Agricised fencing timber is now running at full capacity after what it calls an “unprecedented” wave of demand.
OSB “goal” for builders
Friday, June 14, 2013 Builders have just two more dates to show their football skills in the JOSB Done campaign’s Points on the Board competition in a bid to win £1,000 worth of tools.
UKTFA supports TTBS
Friday, June 14, 2013 Delegates at the UK Timber Frame Association’s annual general meeting last month donated £1,300 to the Timber Trades' Benevolent Society (TTBS).

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