All articles by Prameela vegi
Prameela vegi
Xylexpo United
International woodworking technology show Xylexpo is in better health thanks to the return of
major players and a strong vision for the future, reports Stephen Powney from Milan
A new direction
Sustainable building show Ecobuild once again opened its doors to construction professionals and although it was a smaller show this time, it did feel busier, reports Stephen Powney
Timber Prices!
In the first instalment of a new regular Talking Timber column by the Wood Technology Society (WTS), board member Andrew True looks at the question of pricing in the timber trade
Patients, pine and Piveteau’s new frontiers
From selling pharmaceutical patent search systems, to developing UK and Irish markets for one of France’s leading softwood producers, Elisabeth Piveteau has had contrasting, but, she says, complementary careers. Mike Jeffree reports
UK agencies ready for FLEGT licensed cargo
After a long wait, FLEGT licensed legally assured timber is expected to arrive in the EU, and most likely the UK this year. Mike Jeffree reports on the preparedness of the UK authorities
Best for forests, best for business
One of Indonesia’s leading timber companies sees both bottom line and environmental benefi ts in the country’s engagement with the EU Forest Law Enforcement, Governance and Trade timber legality assurance initiative. Mike Jeffree reports
The key to stability
Europe currently holds the key to overall market stability in the tropical timber market
Chipping in
UK chipboard volume import stats show a reduction for 2015 and the market is reportedly clouded at the start of this year
Designs on garden growth
The timber garden products sector is in upbeat mood, with the market moving to more designed products and greater choice
On deck on trend
Janet Sycamore of the Timber Decking and Cladding Association (TDCA) says its members continue to grow, diversify and raise standards in the decking market