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German operator set to lose thousands in EUTR case
A German timber importer currently the subject of an EU Timber Regulation (EUTR) investigation could lose timber worth a six-figure euro sum, according to the country’s industry publication Euwid.
FSC puts online claims platform partly on hold
The Forest Stewardship Council has postponed a decision on making it obligatory for certificate holders to use its new online claims platform (OCP) live.
EC5 timber design software released
A software application for structural timber design to Eurocode 5 has been released by the Rope Effect Ltd.
TRADA launches new website
TRADA has unveiled its new website which promises to help users find wood information more easily.
Improving trading conditions buoy Lathams’ sales
James Latham’s half-year sales are up almost 10% on the back of improving trading conditions.
UK woodworking machinery imports rise in Q2
A spike in UK woodworking machinery imports in the second quarter is evidence of the UK’s gathering economic recovery, according to Acimall (the Italian woodworking machinery and tools manufacturers association).
Norbord president and CEO to retire
Norbord Inc’s president and chief executive officer, Barrie Shineton, is to retire at the end of January.
STA receives major funding boost for training
The Structural Timber Association (STA) has secured a six-figure sum to boost training and skills among timber frame erectors.
Belgian hardwood importer addresses Brazilian exporters
Dirk Debuscche of international timber importer Vandecasteele Houtimport spoke at the recent conference of Aimex, the association of timber industry exporters in the state of Pará, Brazil.
Latvia increases forest industry exports
Exports of Latvian forest products grew 9.8% in the first nine months of 2013, according to Latvia’s national news agency Leta.