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New report says Belarusian timber entering EU via Poland to beat sanctions
A multi-agency investigative report has outlined how Belarus is allegedly circumventing EU timber sanctions by exporting wood via other countries.
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A multi-agency investigative report has outlined how Belarus is allegedly circumventing EU timber sanctions by exporting wood via other countries.
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Duties to be imposed on Russian birch plywood circumventing anti-dumping measures
The European Commission is to impose duties on Russian birch plywood products entering the EU through Kazakhstan and Turkey, following a months long investigation.
The European Commission is to impose duties on Russian birch plywood products entering the EU through Kazakhstan and Turkey, following a months long investigation.
Timber industry organisations release statements following roofing batten ‘chemical burns’ allegations
Timber sector organisations Timber Development UK (TDUK) and the Wood Protection Association (WPA) have released statements after a news story on Roofing Today outlined apparent incidents of builders receiving chemical burns and other health risks after handling treated roofing battens.
Timber sector organisations Timber Development UK (TDUK) and the Wood Protection Association (WPA) have released statements after a news story on Roofing Today outlined apparent incidents of builders receiving chemical burns and other health risks after handling treated roofing battens.
UK Government publishes Timber Construction Policy Roadmap
The UK Government has published its Timber Construction Policy Roadmap today which looks to boost the safe use of sustainable UK timber in construction and increase domestic wood supply.
The UK Government has published its Timber Construction Policy Roadmap today which looks to boost the safe use of sustainable UK timber in construction and increase domestic wood supply.
US duties on Canadian softwood lumber imports to stay in place
The US International Trade Commission (USITC) has decided that antidumping and countervailing duty orders on certain softwood lumber products from Canada will stay in place.
The US International Trade Commission (USITC) has decided that antidumping and countervailing duty orders on certain softwood lumber products from Canada will stay in place.
Major auction of insolvent kitchen manufacturer to take place
A major auction of equipment from insolvent kitchen manufacturer Pembar Trading Ltd (trading as Hatt Kitchens) will take place in early July.
A major auction of equipment from insolvent kitchen manufacturer Pembar Trading Ltd (trading as Hatt Kitchens) will take place in early July.
Interpol operation results in seizure of over 94,000m3 of illegal timber
A joint Interpol - World Customs Organization (WCO) law enforcement operation has seen arrests and the disruption of timber crime networks globally.
A joint Interpol - World Customs Organization (WCO) law enforcement operation has seen arrests and the disruption of timber crime networks globally.
Timber company fined £80,000 after work fall
A Devon-based timber company has been fined £80,000 after an employee fell through a stairwell while working on a barn conversion.
A Devon-based timber company has been fined £80,000 after an employee fell through a stairwell while working on a barn conversion.
Importers and buyers of birch ply warned about circumventing ban on Russian wood
Timber Development UK (TDUK) has warned importers and buyers of birch plywood to ensure they don’t fall foul of sanctions on Russian wood, after it emerged that product containing Russian birch is being traded illegally through alternative trade channels.
Timber Development UK (TDUK) has warned importers and buyers of birch plywood to ensure they don’t fall foul of sanctions on Russian wood, after it emerged that product containing Russian birch is being traded illegally through alternative trade channels.
Structural timber allowed for buildings between 11m and 18m in height
Structural timber use in exterior walls of 11m to 18m will be permitted after all, a UK Government committee has ruled.
Structural timber use in exterior walls of 11m to 18m will be permitted after all, a UK Government committee has ruled.
UK Government applies 35% additional import tariffs on Russian wood products
The UK government has added a 35% additional import tariff on Russian and Belarusian wood products.
The UK government has added a 35% additional import tariff on Russian and Belarusian wood products.
North Carolina AG sues timber harvesting company for deceptive practices
North Carolina’s attorney general has sued a harvesting and timber services company for deceptive advertisement and consumer practices in the state’s central region.
North Carolina’s attorney general has sued a harvesting and timber services company for deceptive advertisement and consumer practices in the state’s central region.
Softwood update: Russian and Belarussian wood in the spotlight
As the invasion of the Ukraine by Russia unfolds and the subsequent humanitarian crisis there grips the world’s attention, trade actions and government sanctions are being imposed by the UK, the EU and countries across the globe, writes TTJ’s Softwood Specialist.
As the invasion of the Ukraine by Russia unfolds and the subsequent humanitarian crisis there grips the world’s attention, trade actions and government sanctions are being imposed by the UK, the EU and countries across the globe, writes TTJ’s Softwood Specialist.
TDUK advises against Russia and Belarus trading
Timber Development UK (TDUK) is advising members to cease trading with Russia and Belarus if they have not done so already.
Timber Development UK (TDUK) is advising members to cease trading with Russia and Belarus if they have not done so already.
New white paper examines insurer perspective on mass timber buildings
A new white paper on mass timber construction with input from 24 major UK insurers is recommending that hybrid structures combining traditional and modern method of construction may represent the best route forward to satisfying multiple considerations including insurance risks and carbon reduction.
A new white paper on mass timber construction with input from 24 major UK insurers is recommending that hybrid structures combining traditional and modern method of construction may represent the best route forward to satisfying multiple considerations including insurance risks and carbon reduction.
TTF issues warning of a scammer impersonating a construction company
The Timber Trade Federation (TTF) is warning of a scammer ordering significant amounts of timber by impersonating a construction company.
The Timber Trade Federation (TTF) is warning of a scammer ordering significant amounts of timber by impersonating a construction company.
Investigation ongoing into Scot Carrier collision
A man was remanded in custody following the collision before Christmas between the UK-registered Scot Carrier and the Denmark-registered Karin Hoej.
A man was remanded in custody following the collision before Christmas between the UK-registered Scot Carrier and the Denmark-registered Karin Hoej.
Forestry Commission act on new tree disease found in Cornwall
Woodland managers, landowners, the forest industry and tree nurseries are being urged to remain vigilant after the Forestry Commission (FC) and Forest Research (FR) identified the tree pathogen Phytophthora pluvialis in a woodland in Cornwall.
Woodland managers, landowners, the forest industry and tree nurseries are being urged to remain vigilant after the Forestry Commission (FC) and Forest Research (FR) identified the tree pathogen Phytophthora pluvialis in a woodland in Cornwall.
CPA vaccine mandate survey shows panel industry concerns
US wood panel manufacturers have expressed concern about potential production disruption coming from President Joe Biden’s proclamation stipulating mandatory Covid-19 vaccinations for all US companies with more than for 100 employees.
US wood panel manufacturers have expressed concern about potential production disruption coming from President Joe Biden’s proclamation stipulating mandatory Covid-19 vaccinations for all US companies with more than for 100 employees.
US and Vietnam reach agreement on addressing illegal wood
The US has decided against taking trade action against Vietnam after investigating illegal harvesting and trade of illegal timber in the country.
The US has decided against taking trade action against Vietnam after investigating illegal harvesting and trade of illegal timber in the country.
