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Timber tops agenda for Midlands design and construction
Timber design and construction is set to dominate the Midlands this autumn in the form of WoodFest Midlands.
Palmako launches new €12m glulam line in Estonia
Estonian laminated timber specialist Palmako AS has introduced what it calls the most modern glulam production line in the country.
FMB sends no deal warning to government
The Federation of Master Builders’ (FMB) statement followed the release of new Construction PMI data showing shows construction output had contracted again in August for the fourth month in a row, while new orders fell at the fastest pace for over ten years.
BWF Awards call for entries
The British Woodworking Federation (BWF) has launched a call for entries for its prestigious BWF Awards, which includes a new category for 2019 – The Rising Star Award.
Last chance to enter TTJ Awards 2019 judged categories!
Judged entries for the TTJ Awards 2019 need to be submitted by close of play on Monday July 22.
Bergs adds planing mill and pellet facility through takeover
Swedish sawmiller Bergs Timber AB has acquired AB Fogelfors Bruk, which comprises a planing mill and a wood pellet / heating log production plant.
Sodra posts strong result in declining market
The lower price for sawn timber has impacted Sodra Wood’s half-year financial performance.
Cairngorm Capital Partners acquires another builders merchant
Investment firm Cairngorm Capital Partners has made another acquisition in the builders merchant sector – Fairalls (Builders’ Merchants) Ltd – creating the largest independent merchanting group in the South East with combine revenues of £120m.
Accoya producer grows revenue and gross profits
Leading modified wood producer Accsys Technologies plc has posted a 23% annual growth in revenue to €75.2m for the year ended March 31,2019.
Combilift is Headline Sponsor of TTJ Awards 2019
TTJ is delighted to announce that Irish multi-directional forklift truck manufacturer Combilift is Headline Sponsor for the TTJ Awards 2019.