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Strike at US lumber giant
Staff at one of the biggest timber companies in the US walked out on strike on September 13 after the failure of contract negotiations, according to KPTV.
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Staff at one of the biggest timber companies in the US walked out on strike on September 13 after the failure of contract negotiations, according to KPTV.
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TTJ update: softwood market remains subdued
UK softwood trading has continued its subdued trend into August with supply far in excess of demand
UK softwood trading has continued its subdued trend into August with supply far in excess of demand
British Columbia’s falling timber availability prompts West Fraser to reduce output at BC facilities
Timber shortages in British Columbia have been partly blamed for West Fraser’s decision to curtail production at two sawmills and a plywood plant in the province.
Timber shortages in British Columbia have been partly blamed for West Fraser’s decision to curtail production at two sawmills and a plywood plant in the province.
Nordic sawmillers post record results but signal caution on autumn market dynamics
Nordic sawmillers have reported some record-breaking financial results in recent weeks but are signalling that some highly uncertain times may lay ahead for markets in the autumn.
Nordic sawmillers have reported some record-breaking financial results in recent weeks but are signalling that some highly uncertain times may lay ahead for markets in the autumn.
International Softwood Conference prepares for Copenhagen event
Registration is now open for the 70th International Softwood Conference (ISC) taking place this year in Copenhagen on October 12-13.
Registration is now open for the 70th International Softwood Conference (ISC) taking place this year in Copenhagen on October 12-13.
West Fraser posts another strong set of results
The world’s largest OSB producer West Fraser has reported another strong set of results, posting adjusted EBITDA of US$762m for Q2.
The world’s largest OSB producer West Fraser has reported another strong set of results, posting adjusted EBITDA of US$762m for Q2.
Mercer aims to be Germany’s largest pallet producer with HIT takeover
Mercer International Inc is set to significantly expand its solid wood operations by announcing plans for a €270m acquisition of Holzindustrie Torgau (HIT).
Mercer International Inc is set to significantly expand its solid wood operations by announcing plans for a €270m acquisition of Holzindustrie Torgau (HIT).
Egger Group posts exceptional results and announces management changes
Egger Group closed the financial year with sales of €4.23bn, a 37% growth on the previous year, the company said in its latest trading statement.
Egger Group closed the financial year with sales of €4.23bn, a 37% growth on the previous year, the company said in its latest trading statement.
SCA reports best-ever earnings
Swedish forest products giant SCA reported its highest earnings ever in the second quarter.
Swedish forest products giant SCA reported its highest earnings ever in the second quarter.
Woodbois achieves big revenue growth in half-year
Africa focused forestry and timber trading company Woodbois Limited has announced a 38% increase in revenues during the first half of 2022.
Africa focused forestry and timber trading company Woodbois Limited has announced a 38% increase in revenues during the first half of 2022.
Paul Sinha to host TTJ Awards 2022
Comedian and quiz show supremo Paul Sinha is this year’s host and guest speaker at the TTJ Awards.
Comedian and quiz show supremo Paul Sinha is this year’s host and guest speaker at the TTJ Awards.
TTJ Softwood Update: Low consumer confidence weighs on softwood market
The solid softwood market is uncharacteristically quiet for this time of year, and buyers are reluctant to commit to volumes on the forward market while prices are under pressure. Most merchants attribute weakened demand to a collapse of confidence in the retail and DIY market.
The solid softwood market is uncharacteristically quiet for this time of year, and buyers are reluctant to commit to volumes on the forward market while prices are under pressure. Most merchants attribute weakened demand to a collapse of confidence in the retail and DIY market.
Ghana wood export volume up, but value down
Newly-released Ghana wood product export figures from the Timber Industry Development Division (TIDD) of the Forestry Commission for January to February 2022 show a 5% increase in export volumes but a decline of over 15% in export earnings compared to the previous year, according to the International Tropical Timber Organisation’s latest market report.
Newly-released Ghana wood product export figures from the Timber Industry Development Division (TIDD) of the Forestry Commission for January to February 2022 show a 5% increase in export volumes but a decline of over 15% in export earnings compared to the previous year, according to the International Tropical Timber Organisation’s latest market report.
Stora Enso revises earnings forecast upwards
Stora Enso has revised its 2022 earnings forecast, saying it now expects full year 2022 operational EBIT guidance will be exceeded.
Stora Enso has revised its 2022 earnings forecast, saying it now expects full year 2022 operational EBIT guidance will be exceeded.
TTJ Awards voting ends today
Today is the last day of voting for the voted categories in the TTJ Awards 2022.
Today is the last day of voting for the voted categories in the TTJ Awards 2022.
GreCon Ltd celebrates 30th anniversary
GreCon Ltd has celebrated a significant milestone, with 30 years of business and commitment to the UK & Ireland market.
GreCon Ltd has celebrated a significant milestone, with 30 years of business and commitment to the UK & Ireland market.
Ante Group to bring additional focus on UK market
German sawmiller the Ante Group is planning a fresh focus on the UK and Ireland timber market, with new recruits and initiatives designed to raise the profile of its longstanding brand.
German sawmiller the Ante Group is planning a fresh focus on the UK and Ireland timber market, with new recruits and initiatives designed to raise the profile of its longstanding brand.
TTJ Awards 2022 voting deadline is June 20
Votes are pouring in for this year’s TTJ Awards, with the voting period set to end on June 20.
Votes are pouring in for this year’s TTJ Awards, with the voting period set to end on June 20.
Bergs predicts continued sawn wood market volatility
European wood products manufacturer Bergs Group predicts continued market volatility for sawn wood products after posting positive Q1 financial results.
European wood products manufacturer Bergs Group predicts continued market volatility for sawn wood products after posting positive Q1 financial results.
Timber forum hears signs of reducing demand and consumer confidence
Signs of reducing demand and falling consumer confidence were reported at the most recent Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) Timber Forum in London.
Signs of reducing demand and falling consumer confidence were reported at the most recent Builders Merchants Federation (BMF) Timber Forum in London.
