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December 5, 2024
Operations of Metsä Group’s Suolahti plywood mill to close down in stages
The statutory negotiations concerning Metsä Wood’s Suolahti plywood mill, part of Metsä Group, which began in October, have ended. After the statutory negotiations... Continue reading
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December 3, 2024
China: Log market faces supply-demand balancing act ahead of Chinese New Year
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December 3, 2024
Tough times for Swedish sawmills, but a glimmer of hope for spring
The year has remained tough for Swedish sawmills. Despite slight increases in sales prices during the third quarter, profitability continued to decline under the pressure of record-high raw material costs.... Continue reading
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December 3, 2024
Log shortages disrupt San Group’s port alberni operations
San Group’s mills and remanufacturing plant in Port Alberni are struggling to maintain consistent operations due to an ongoing log shortage. The company, headquartered in Langley, Canada announced a curtailment in October, impacting production across its facilities. The large-log mill, which was initially shut down, has resumed operations but remains inconsistent. Kevin Somerville,... Continue reading
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November 12, 2024
10th International Hardwood Conference: Adapting to economic pressures, climate challenges and regulatory shifts
The 10th International Hardwood Conference convened on November 8, 2024, in Vienna, drawing over 150 participants from 26 countries. Hosted by the Austrian Timber Industry Association, the European Organisation of the Sawmill Industry (EOS), and the European Timber Trade Federation (ETTF), the event provided a critical platform for discussing the economic challenges, climate-driven changes in... Continue reading
