All articles by Amit Thadani
Amit Thadani
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
Winning ways
A look back at the role wood science qualifications have played in the success of winners of the TTJ Career Development Award
Imports continue steep rise
Latest TTF stats show imports are still up on last year, but growth rates are expected to normalise
Timber and joinery out in front
BMBI stats reveal timber and joinery sales enjoyed another month of strong growth
Honduran delegation visits Vandecasteele Houtimport
A meeting took place in Brussels on September 23 between a Honduran delegation and the European Civil Society/private sector to discuss any issues concerning the Honduran FLEGT VPA (Voluntary Partnership Agreement).
TIMCON calls for urgent action on staff shortages
The Timber Packaging & Pallet Confederation (TIMCON) has called for the government to help it address acute labour shortages across the UK.
Renters in fear of raising fire safety concerns
Millions of people privately renting or in social housing fear a revenge eviction if they raise fire safety concerns with landlords, despite issues such as inadequate fire doors and broken fire alarms being prevalent, new research to mark Fire Door Safety Week (September 20-26) has found.
Last call to register for FEP Parquet Congress
The FEP has issued its last call to register for the European Parquet Congress, which is being held in Athens from October 21-22. Registration will close in the next few days.
Air Spectrum launches dust suppression misting system
Air quality solutions expert, Air Spectrum Environmental has introduced its energy efficient, zero emissions dust suppression misting system, the ecotech Rotary Atomiser (RA) – the first of its kind in the UK.
Stora Enso joins the European Build-in-Wood project
Stora Enso has joined the EU-funded Build-in-Wood project, which strives to make wood a natural choice for the construction of multi-storey buildings and improve the sustainability of the sector.