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Lunawood breaks performance records in 2020
Finnish ThermaWood producer Lunawood is celebrating its 20th anniversary with a record company performance in 2020 despite the global pandemic.
Setra’s operating profits rise to SEK117m for 2020
Swedish wood products company Setra has reporting operating profit of SEK117m (2019: SEK8m) for 2020. Net sales totalled SEK4.13bn (2019: SEK4.26bn).
Construction products manufacturing recovery continues but material supply remains concern
The Construction Products Association’s latest State of Trade Survey covering Q4, 2020 says recovery is continuing for manufacturers, despite increased concern over material and component supply.
European parquet flooring market remained stable in 2020
Despite the pandemic, the European parquet flooring market managed to remain flat in 2020, led by renovation and its increased use of real wood flooring.
Global insurance giant tailors programmes to cover CLT construction in North America
Insurer AXA XL’s North America construction business has announced tailored Builders Risk insurance programmes to address its construction clients’ mass timber project risks.
UK’s leading woodworking machinery show announces postponement until 2022
The UK’s leading woodworking machinery exhibition – W Exhibition & Elements – has postponed its autumn 2021 show until February 6-9, 2022.
West Fraser acquisition of Norbord gets final court approval
West Fraser’s US$3.1bn takeover of Norbord has obtained final approval from the Ontario Superior Court of Justice (Commercial List).
National Timber Systems doubles engineered floor joist capacity
National Timber Systems is now capable of producing two million metres of engineered joists each year after installation of a new production line at its Catterick site.
Obituary – Michael Latham
Michael Latham died peacefully at home on January 5 aged 90 with his beloved wife of 65 years, Joan, and family at his bedside.
Grant & Stone acquires 12-branch CRS Building Supplies
Grant & Stone has continued with its growth strategy by acquiring CRS Building Supplies, a 12-branch builders merchant chain covering Somerset.