All articles by Amit Thadani
Amit Thadani
US dip eases supply pressure
Pressure has eased slightly on plywood and OSB but the trade will have to wait until the autumn to see whether it’s a seasonal blip or a more sustained change. Keren Fallwell reports
Woodsafe and Backegards build The Forest at World Expo
On site at World Expo2020 in Dubai, two Swedish companies – Woodsafe Timber Protection and Backegards have built an exhibition hall called “The Forest”. The spectacular wood construction landmark, situated in the Sustainability Area at the Expo, will be accessible to the public at the grand opening on October 1. The Expo then continues until March 31, 2022.
Chipboard supply challenges remain
Chipboard demand continues to outstrip supply and now producers’ raw materials running short could tip the balance further. Keren Fallwell reports
Pallet makers prosper despite supply pressures
Raw material supply constraints and unprecedented price hikes are making pallet production a high pressure business, but the industry outlook is positive. Mike Jeffree reports
Fencing producers contend with feeding frenzy
Fencing manufacturers and their sawmiller suppliers now see some cooling in the market, but it’s been a frantic 14 months trying to satisfy surging demand. Mike Jeffree reports
Coming to the defence of FLEGT
Recent comments from the EC arising from the ‘Fitness check’ on the EUTR and FLEGT have cast doubts on the latter’s future, but Republic of Congo minister of forest economy Rosalie Matondo says we must build on this ground-breaking timber trade initiative, not undermine it
Coming to the defence of FLEGT
Recent comments from the EC arising from the ‘Fitness check’ on the EUTR and FLEGT have cast doubts on the latter’s future, but Republic of Congo minister of forest economy Rosalie Matondo says we must build on this ground-breaking timber trade initiative, not undermine it
Gowercroft Joinery appoints new partnerships manager
Multi award-winning timber window and door manufacturer Gowercroft Joinery has appointed a new partnerships manager as part of the company’s plans to extend its network of regional dealerships.
Wood Awards 2021 shortlist revealed
Nineteen structures and 11 product designs have been shortlisted for the Wood Awards 2021.
Back the COP26 timber beacon
The UK timber industry has an unparalleled opportunity at COP26 to persuade decision makers that using wood is key to combating the climate crisis. But, says Keith Fryer of Fort Builders Merchant, a project to make timber’s case to the climate conference needs funding