All articles by Rachakatla Srinivas
Rachakatla Srinivas
Prices slip as markets quieten
European demand for softwood has weakened, but so far prices in the UK have held up. An upswing in North American prices has raised hopes at sawmills in the US and Canada, but mills supplying European markets are still treading water
Shutdowns confined to scheduled maintenance
Demand for chipboard has held up over the summer and, although the market is still tough, producers are hopeful that the second half will be busier than the first. Ian Martin reports
Timber Expo: the industry hub
The design, structural and sustainability benefits of timber will be explored at Timber Expo where a huge programme of timber-related activity will take place. Event director Loretta Sales reports
Persimmon in 65% profits boost
More profit growth from national housebuilders was reported yesterday with Persimmon announcing a 65% boost to underlying pre-tax profits to £98.7m in the first half of 2012.
Crafted expands into Corian work
Premium bespoke joinery company Crafted & Co has moved into Corian solid surface material to widen its offering in upmarket commercial and residential projects.
Rörvik losses continue
Swedish sawmiller Rörvik Timber has posted pre-tax losses of SKr72m in the first half of 2012.
FSC tackles EUTR/certification issues
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is tackling the issue of how timber product certification will work in the context of the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR) through publication of a new document.
Sonae receives planning approval as closure consultation continues
Sonae Industria (UK) has been granted retrospective planning permission for its replacement flaker hall building at Knowlsey but said the decision would not affect continuing consultation over closure plans for the plant.
Donaldson turnover breaks £100m for first time
James Donaldson & Sons’ annual turnover has broken £100m for the first time in its 152-year history.
Private housebuilding shows promise – NHBC
Private sector new housing registrations had their best month for more than a year in July, according to the NHBC latest stats.