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Stay up to date with the latest Europe updates from the global ttj industryWood and water Moisture content is an important facet of today’s timber product, says Wood Technology Society chairman John Park
Splashing the cash Joinery companies continue to invest in product development and production technology. Sally Spencer reports
Upturn in oak optimism A range of factors are adding impetus to French oak production. Mike Jeffree reports
Recognising Excellence James Latham is backing this year’s TTJ Awards as Headline Sponsor. Stephen Powney talks to Lathams’ Chris Sutton
Strategic thinking The TTF has set out its strategy for the future, one that will see it add value to all its activities. Sally Spencer reports
The show grows on Carrefour means cross roads. And that has what the Carrefour International du Bois has become; a crossroads for the global timber sector, suppliers, buyers, manufacturers and specifi ers alike. Mike Jeffree reports
Species for all seasons A surge in Douglas fir is on its way in France, and it needs new markets, with the UK seen as a hot prospect. Mike Jeffree reports
Building on recovery The joinery sector has followed the fortunes of the recovering construction sector and, according to the BWF, business is good. Sally Spencer reports
First ripples of renaissance France’s construction recovery and export growth are among positive indicators for a French wood sector that’s been waiting some time for an upturn, reports Thibaud Le Moign of promotional organisation French Timber
Changing places A job in the mental health sector led to David Salisbury developing his eponymous market-leading conservatory and joinery company. He talks to Keren Fallwell about his unconventional career path
Hindle’s done the Jewson lot Peter Hindle’s career has seen him work his way up through the ranks from yard manager at Jewson’s Fleetwood branch to senior vice-president at Saint-Gobain. Sally Spencer reports
Innovators step right up Innovators in the timber industry once again have an opportunity to be recognised in the TTJ Awards. Joint sponsor of the 2016 TTJ Timber Innovation Award TRADA says there is also a new twist to the category this year
Tough trucks The Hyster forklift factory is one of Belfast’s industrial success stories. Stephen Powney was there to join the plant’s 35th anniversary celebrations.
Separating fiction from fact Consulting wood scientist Jim Coulson looks at the subject of wood preservation in this latest Talking Timber column
EPF extends reach In the spring of 2015, Clive Pinnington became the fi rst managing director of the European Panel Federation (EPF). Mike Botting, editor of TTJ sister magazine Wood Based Panels International, spoke to Mr Pinnington
On tour in Ireland Glennon Brothers recently hosted a tour of Irish forest product operations for the six finalists of the 2015 TTJ Career Development Award, which the company sponsored last year. Sally Spencer reports
Legality enforcement EUTR Competent Authority enforcement agencies and counterparts from around the world regularly gather to share expertise and intelligence under the TREE initiative. Mike Jeffree reports
The Italian job The Xylexpo woodworking technology fair in Milan had something for everyone this year, reports Stephen Powney
Wood: under-priced and undervalued Andrew True, Wood Technology Society board member and experienced timber trader, continues his look at timber pricing
Positive trends after tougher year There are early signs that 2016 will be a stronger year for US hardwood exports to the UK and the rest of Europe. Rupert Oliver of Forest Industries Intelligence reports
