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Prameela vegi

Boundary breakers

AHEC’s US hardwood structural showcase projects were not only designed to attract global media coverage, but to inform the real commercial world of construction. We’re now seeing the outcomes. Mike Jeffree reports

When wood science is used for the wrong reason!

Wood Technology Society chairman John Park shares his frustration at certain sustainability messaging in the industry which doesn’t help the cause of wood

On Design

A project involving AHEC, Italian designer Benedetta Tagliabue and UK furniture make Benchmark highlighted the value in using less-known timber species during Milan Design Week

Living in interesting times

For businesses in the British-grown timber industry, the key issue today is how to ensure continuity of wood supply beyond the peak of timber production from domestic forests, which is forecast for around 2030, writes UK Forest Products Association executive director David Sulman

US softwood goes Global

The overseas marketing focus of the US softwood industry continues, with the southern pine sector especially notable for its export push and success. Richard Wallace, vice president, communications at the Southern Forest Products Association reports

Opening young eyes to the potential of timber

TRADA’s Student Design Competition and University Engagement Programme are not only designed to encourage greater use of timber in the future, but to inspire tomorrow’s architects and engineers to push the boundaries of what’s possible with wood, says TRADA membership and marketing manager Rupert Scott

In line for duties

On course for recovery post the US construction crash, the Canadian lumber industry has been hit with American import duties. Mike Jeffree reports

US lumber duties to have far reaching effect

Donald Trump is certainly making his mark on the world during his first six months in office.

Living in interesting times

For businesses in the British-grown timber industry, the key issue today is how to ensure continuity of wood supply beyond the peak of timber production from domestic forests, which is forecast for around 2030, writes UK Forest Products Association executive director David Sulman

Lines of vision

The UK government plans to increase housebuilding activity and Egger UK’s two new state-ofthe-
art lines mean it’s ready to meet construction industry demand. Keren Fallwell reports