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Vastern Timber partly resumes operations
UK sawmiller Vastern Timber has partly resumed work at its Wiltshire sawmills after being closed for several weeks due to the coronavirus crisis.
Scottish Government praise for Norbord “vital role” in Covid-19 crisis
Workers at the Norbord wood processing plants in Inverness and Stirling have been praised for their vital role in providing much needed materials during the COVID-19 response.
ETTF and EOS take stock of Covid-19 impact on European timber industry
Construction sectors in Germany, the Netherlands and Scandinavia have been performing better than the UK, Spain, Italy and France during the coronavirus crisis, says the European Timber Trade Federation (ETTF) and European Organization of the Sawmill Industry (EOS).
Xylexpo exhibition resets for November show dates in Milan
Organisers of the biennial Xylexpo woodworking technology show have named new November 2020 show dates after earlier postponing this year’s May dates due to the Covid-19 crisis.
Biesse helps Covid-19 fight with 3D printer use
Italian woodworking machinery giant Biesse is using its 3D printing technology to make personal protective equipment (PPE) for local hospitals.
Grafton bosses volunteer to reduce base salaries by 20%
Top bosses at nationwide merchanting giant Grafton Group plc have volunteered to reduce their salaries in response to the Covid-19 situation.
Shed manufacturer helps vulnerable with free shopping sheds
Scottish shed manufacturer Shedman is reaching out to vulnerable individuals and families throughout west central Scotland by giving out 100 free small wooden ‘shopping sheds’ to help with safe grocery delivery.
Combustibles ban consultation period extended until May 25
The UK government has extended the consultation period for the review on the ban of the use of combustible materials in and on external walls of buildings (including attachments) until May 25.
Derome in US timber export move
Swedish sawmiller Derome is shipping its first delivery of timber to the US market.
South European parquet markets severely hit by Covid-19 crisis
Parquet flooring markets in southern Europe have been severely impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic, according to the European Federation of the Parquet Industry (FEP).