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Hundegger investment for Taylor Lane Timber Frame
Taylor Lane Timber Frame has invested in a new fully automated cutting machine from Hundegger as part of a strategic investment programme.
Hardwood Sales Ltd invests £2m in manufacturing facility expansion
Liverpool-based Hardwood Sales Ltd says it is “powering” through the pandemic with a new £2m investment in manufacturing technology to aid its growth.
Treated timber awareness campaign set to launch
A major new treated timber awareness campaign has been launched with the aim of educating people about correct specification and use of treated timber products.
Weinig UK launches new webshop
Leading moulding technology manufacturer Weinig UK has launched a new webshop to further support customers.
Södra Wood Ltd announces a two-year contract with Denholm Port Services
Södra Wood Ltd’s new two-year contract with Denholm Port Services is part of Södra taking steps to streamline its imports and mitigate any potential issues or customs delays in light of increased paperwork and more complex requirements following the UK’s departure from the EU.
Stora Enso wood products division sees profits rise in 2020
Wood products giant Stora Enso saw a 4.6% growth in its operational earnings (EBITDA) in 2020 to €160m (2019: €153m).
Brexit conclusion compounds impact on availability and prices
The Timber Packaging & Pallet Confederation (TIMCON) has warned of unprecedented prices and availability of raw materials and is predicting these will affect the packaging and pallet market until at least the middle of this year.
WBPI’s Beyond Covid virtual event changes date to May 11
Wood Based Panels International’s (WBPI) virtual half-day conference event – Beyond Covid-19: The global wood-based panels industry adapting for the future – will be taking place on May 11.
UK Construction Week London postponed to May 2022
The organisers of UK Construction Week (UKCW) have announced the postponement of the 2021 London event.
UK timber sector co-ordinates on university design competition
The UK timber industries are co-ordinating on an exciting new university design competition to produce a homes “masterplan” utilising timber and hybrid timber systems.