German output of pallets and box pallets increased by 7.3 %

26.04.2018 − The member businesses of the industry association HPE produced roughly 110.4m wooden pallets in the business year 2017; this equates to growth of 7.3% on last year and is a new record high.» more

Softwood lumber production rises to over 18m m³

26.04.2018 − Production of softwood lumber in Germany increased by 8.2% to 4.393m m³ vis à vis the comparative quarter of the preceding year in the fourth quarter of 2017.» more

Garnica becomes sole owner of Maderas de Llodio

26.04.2018 − Spanish Grupo Garnica Plywood has become the sole owner of the radiata pine plywood manufacturing specialist Maderas de Llodio.» more

James Halstead considering acquisition of Airea

24.04.2018 − British James Halstead is currently examining the option of purchasing the flooring manufacturer Airea. » more

Forte: Late deliveries curb rise in turnover

23.04.2018 − In 2017, according to in-company information, some inefficient internal processes as well as insufficient production capacity led to delays in the delivery of orders at Polish Fabryki Mebli Forte. » more

Estonia still holding on firmly to plans for pulp mill

20.04.2018 − At the cabinet meeting held on 5 April, Estonia’s government decided that Est-For should press ahead with its plans for building a pulp mill that were first presented at the beginning of 2017. » more

Growth at Surteco mainly fuelled by acquisitions

12.04.2018 − Surteco raised its group revenues by 8% to €689.7m in the 2017 financial year, according to figures published on 29 March.» more