Turnaround in Chilean lumber export development

21.08.2018 − In the second quarter, Chile exported 656,988m³ radiata pine lumber at a value of €154.3m. In terms of volume and value this corresponds to an increase of 12% and 25% respectively.» more

Flooring importer CFS builds its own plant in the USA

20.08.2018 − Complete Flooring Supply (CFS), based in Suwanee/Georgia, plans to set up its own production facility in the USA. » more

Norbord approves 71m US$ investment for Chambord

17.08.2018 − In July, the board of directors of Norbord approved the investment resources of 71m US$ required for the planned resumption of operation of the Chambord works in Quebec.» more

M.O.W. 2018 records 10% growth in exhibitor numbers

17.08.2018 − Around 460 exhibitors will take part in this year's M.O.W. furniture fair from 16 to 20 September. » more

Housing permits fall short of previous year's figure by 8.8%

17.08.2018 − In June, housing permits in Germany fell by 8.8% year-on-year to 25,178 units. This means that the opposite trend of the previous months is continuing. » more

Neodecortech to take over subdivision of Corbetta Fia

16.08.2018 − Neodecortech, which emerged from the merger between Cartiere de Guarcino (CDG) and Confalonieri, wants to take over the PVC film for LVT business of Corbetta Fia.» more

Canada: Pellet production to rise to over 3 m tonnes

13.08.2018 − Better utilization of existing pellet plants and the construction of new pellet plants could lead to an increase in pellet production in Canada to around 3.1m tonnes this year, around 15% more than...» more