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Geared up and ready to go
Structural Timber Association chief executive Andrew Carpenter says the combination of market conditions, political will and housing need mean the potential for timber-based construction in the UK has rarely been better
EU lobbyist to speak at TIMCON AGM
A prominent EU lobbyist will present his prognosis for Brexit at the annual general meeting of the Timber Packaging & Pallet Confederation (TIMCON) next month.
UK softwood market quietens down
The UK softwood market quietened down as the trade moved in to July tempered by the political outfall from the general election, Brexit uncertainty and a sombre aftermath of the Grenfell Tower fire tragedy.
UK softwood market quietens down
The UK softwood market quietened down as the trade moved in to July tempered by the political outfall from the general election, Brexit uncertainty and a sombre aftermath of the Grenfell Tower fire tragedy.
Management buy out for Glasgow timber firm
One of Glasgow’s most established family-run timber and builders’ merchants has announced the completion of a management buy-out (MBO).
Robert Price acquires Gower Timber
Robert Price has acquired Gower Timber Ltd, with the latter becoming the 22nd branch in the Robert Price Group.
UK joinery products sales holding up well
The UK joinery industry is optimistic about sales figures and product investment opportunities, according to the latest survey by the British Woodworking Federation (BWF).
Södra Wood increases profits
Södra’s timber division recorded a sharp profits jump in the second quarter to SKr50m compared to a year ago.
Joinery sector stays positive
The joinery sector is seeing good growth but is keeping a watchful eye on the efforts of the plastics industry to steal back hard won market share. Sally Spencer reports
Sitting Comfortably
Preformed wood components manufacturer Stonebridge UK Ltd is responsible for ensuring a large number of UK office workers are sitting comfortably. Keren Fallwell reports