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BSW acquires Bayram Timber Ltd
Yorkshire-based timber processor Bayram Timber Ltd is the latest company to be acquired by BSW.
Irish veneer product manufacturer rebrands and targets strategic growth
Irish wood veneer manufacturer Merenda has embarked on a rebranding and new product launches to capitalise on the opportunities arising within the exponentially growing Irish & UK furniture industry.
Fourth wood modification reactor installed at Accoya Arnhem plant
The next step in Accoya modified wood’s expansion policy hit a landmark on May 28 when a fourth wood acetylation reactor was successfully installed at Accsys Technologies’ production facility in Arnhem, the Netherlands.
TTF warns of major challenges ahead for timber users in Q3 2021
The Timber Trade Federation (TTF) is warning timber users that the balance between supply and demand is likely to further tighten in Q3 2021.
Premier Forest Group boosts turnover by £31m and almost doubles profits during coronavirus pandemic
Leading UK timber products importer and distributor Premier Forest Group is celebrating its most successful year to date, despite unprecedented challenges brought by the pandemic.
Segezha to consolidate CJSC Novoyeniseiskiy Wood Chemical Complex
Russian integrated forest products Segezha Group has announced plans to consolidate 100% of CJSC Novoyeniseiskiy Wood Chemical Complex.
West Fraser panels and lumber businesses soar in Q1
North American timber products giant West Fraser, which acquired Norbord earlier this year, has reported adjusted earnings (EBITDA) of US$665m for Q1, 2021.
Huws Gray doubles timber engineering capacity with second site
Independent builders merchant Huws Gray has added a second timber engineering facility to its business at Bangor.
TTF signs up to Building a Safer Future Charter
The Timber Trade Federation (TTF) has joined major contractors, housing providers, local authorities and trade bodies in helping to change the culture around building safety.
Irish sawmiller Glennon Brothers in agreement to acquire rival Balcas
Third-generation Ireland sawmiller Glennon Brothers has entered into an agreement with SHV Energy to purchase Balcas Ltd, subject to approval from the Competition and Markets Authority in the UK and Competition and Consumer Protection Commission in Ireland.