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Softwood imports for 2023 finished higher than 2022, TDUK data shows
Timber imports rallied in 2023 to finish just 2% down on the previous 12 months, with some products even outperforming 2022 levels, according to the latest TDUK statistics.
Timber imports rallied in 2023 to finish just 2% down on the previous 12 months, with some products even outperforming 2022 levels, according to the latest TDUK statistics.
Production output boosted by latest line at the Timber Group
A new timber production line at The Timber Group’s Herringswell site in Suffolk has enabled the company to produce a greater volume of products.
A new timber production line at The Timber Group’s Herringswell site in Suffolk has enabled the company to produce a greater volume of products.
Junnikkala commissions new 350,000m3 sawmill in Finland
Finnish sawmiller Junnikkala has commissioned its new €80m sawmill in Oulu.
Finnish sawmiller Junnikkala has commissioned its new €80m sawmill in Oulu.
German, Austrian and Swiss sawmills blast Brussels over EU forest regulation
The associations of the sawmill and wood industry in the DACH (Germany, Austria and Switzerland) countries have met in Zurich to discuss the current economic and political conditions, including impact from the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).
The associations of the sawmill and wood industry in the DACH (Germany, Austria and Switzerland) countries have met in Zurich to discuss the current economic and political conditions, including impact from the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR).
Chadwicks Group joins the BMF, boosting membership in Ireland
Chadwicks Group has joined the Builders Merchants Federation (BMF), significantly extending the trade body’s presence in Ireland.
Chadwicks Group has joined the Builders Merchants Federation (BMF), significantly extending the trade body’s presence in Ireland.
SR timber moves import operation to Immingham
SR Timber has moved its timber import terminal base from Goole Docks to Immingham Docks.
SR Timber has moved its timber import terminal base from Goole Docks to Immingham Docks.
EPF signs the Antwerp Declaration for a European Industrial Deal
The European Panel Federation (EPF) has joined with 72 leading companies and 34 industry organisations in signing the Antwerp Declaration for a European Industrial Deal.
The European Panel Federation (EPF) has joined with 72 leading companies and 34 industry organisations in signing the Antwerp Declaration for a European Industrial Deal.
CP Timber posts pre-tax profits of £1.07m
UK hardwood importer and distributor CP Timber has posted annual pre-tax profits of £1.07m, according to a statement posted at Companies House in February.
UK hardwood importer and distributor CP Timber has posted annual pre-tax profits of £1.07m, according to a statement posted at Companies House in February.
Robert Price buys assets of Terry Howell Timber and Builders’ Merchants
Robert Price Group has announced the recent purchase of all operating assets of Terry Howell Timber and Builders’ Merchants.
Robert Price Group has announced the recent purchase of all operating assets of Terry Howell Timber and Builders’ Merchants.
German sawmilling sector welcomes restart of federal house construction stimulus programme
The German Sawmill and Wood Industry Association (DeSH) has welcomed the restart of a funding programme to stimulate the German house construction industry but criticizes the lack of funding and focus on sustainable building materials.
The German Sawmill and Wood Industry Association (DeSH) has welcomed the restart of a funding programme to stimulate the German house construction industry but criticizes the lack of funding and focus on sustainable building materials.
Beesley & Fildes adds specialist timber range
Builders merchant Beesley & Fildes has acquired part of Silva Timber, adding a specialist timber range to its portfolio and appointing two new employees.
Builders merchant Beesley & Fildes has acquired part of Silva Timber, adding a specialist timber range to its portfolio and appointing two new employees.
TDUK releases UK timber product embodied carbon data
Timber Development UK (TDUK) has released average carbon data for the 10 major timber product categories.
Timber Development UK (TDUK) has released average carbon data for the 10 major timber product categories.
Plywood industry converges on City of London for annual PCL dinner
About 120 plywood industry representatives and their guests gathered in the City of London recently for the much-anticipated annual dinner of the Plywood Club of London (PCL).
About 120 plywood industry representatives and their guests gathered in the City of London recently for the much-anticipated annual dinner of the Plywood Club of London (PCL).
Timber trade converges on Bristol for annual WTTA dinner
The city of Bristol was awash with timber traders last Friday for the Western Area Timber Trades Association (WTTA) annual dinner, which also saw TV sports presenter Jason Mohammad provide lively entertainment.
The city of Bristol was awash with timber traders last Friday for the Western Area Timber Trades Association (WTTA) annual dinner, which also saw TV sports presenter Jason Mohammad provide lively entertainment.
Timber import volumes among positive market indicators for year ahead
Latest timber import statistics from Timber Development UK (TDUK) show the 2023 UK total imported volume is looking likely to be only slightly behind 2022’s figures.
Latest timber import statistics from Timber Development UK (TDUK) show the 2023 UK total imported volume is looking likely to be only slightly behind 2022’s figures.
EPF chairman to remain in role until successor can be found
The European Panel Federation (EPF) has confirmed that Martin Brettenthaler will remain chairman of the EPF while a successor is chosen.
The European Panel Federation (EPF) has confirmed that Martin Brettenthaler will remain chairman of the EPF while a successor is chosen.
Powerful new policy report shows path to net zero with timber
Timber Development UK (TDUK), in collaboration with Waugh Thistleton Architects, has released a study on policies from across the globe which encourage the use of timber in construction.
Timber Development UK (TDUK), in collaboration with Waugh Thistleton Architects, has released a study on policies from across the globe which encourage the use of timber in construction.
Government failure on MMC “predictable” says timber frame boss
The UK Government should have focused on tried and tested panelised build systems rather than a complex MMC (Modern Methods of Construction) approach, a leading timber frame industry executive has said after publication of new conclusions by the Government’s Built Environment Committee.
The UK Government should have focused on tried and tested panelised build systems rather than a complex MMC (Modern Methods of Construction) approach, a leading timber frame industry executive has said after publication of new conclusions by the Government’s Built Environment Committee.
Hardwood trade gathers for LHC New Year Luncheon in London
More than 200 members of the hardwood trade, spanning representation from the UK, Europe and North America, gathered for a successful London Hardwood Club (LHC) New Year Luncheon on January 26.
More than 200 members of the hardwood trade, spanning representation from the UK, Europe and North America, gathered for a successful London Hardwood Club (LHC) New Year Luncheon on January 26.
Trade Fabrication Systems receives CE certification to process Burnblock treated solid wood
Trade Fabrication Systems (TFS) has achieved CE certification (2412-CPR-1041-01) for the decorative coating of Burnblock fire-retardant impregnated wood products.
Trade Fabrication Systems (TFS) has achieved CE certification (2412-CPR-1041-01) for the decorative coating of Burnblock fire-retardant impregnated wood products.
