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Dexco posts Q2 results
Brazilian wood-based panels manufacturer Dexco (formerly known as Duratex) saw its wood division reported a dip in earnings and production volumes in Q2, compared to a year ago.
British Columbia’s falling timber availability prompts West Fraser to reduce output at BC facilities
Timber shortages in British Columbia have been partly blamed for West Fraser’s decision to curtail production at two sawmills and a plywood plant in the province.
Nordic sawmillers post record results but signal caution on autumn market dynamics
Nordic sawmillers have reported some record-breaking financial results in recent weeks but are signalling that some highly uncertain times may lay ahead for markets in the autumn.
International Softwood Conference prepares for Copenhagen event
Registration is now open for the 70th International Softwood Conference (ISC) taking place this year in Copenhagen on October 12-13.
West Fraser posts another strong set of results
The world’s largest OSB producer West Fraser has reported another strong set of results, posting adjusted EBITDA of US$762m for Q2.
Mercer aims to be Germany’s largest pallet producer with HIT takeover
Mercer International Inc is set to significantly expand its solid wood operations by announcing plans for a €270m acquisition of Holzindustrie Torgau (HIT).
Egger Group posts exceptional results and announces management changes
Egger Group closed the financial year with sales of €4.23bn, a 37% growth on the previous year, the company said in its latest trading statement.
Kirkwood Timber Frame secures £12m of news business in first year
Aberdeenshire-based timber manufacturer, Kirkwood Timber Frame, has secured £12m worth of new business in its first year.
Swiss Krono MagnumBoard extends soundproofing modules and achieves new fire certificate
Swiss Krono has issued updates on the sound and fire performance of its MagnumBoard product.
LP EWP business sale completed
LP Building Solutions has announced the completion of the sale of its engineered wood products (EWP) business to Pacific Woodtech for US$210m.