Ash
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European beech and ash market trends in 2024
If there is a market that still challenges the current global economic lethargy, it is indeed that of ash. But for how much longer? The question deserves to be asked because the signals from its main outlet - Vietnam - do not inspire real optimism. Even if the demand from exporters remains present, recent examples show that everything can change very quickly nowadays.... Continue reading
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February 12, 2024
European beech and ash market trends in 2024
If there is a market that still challenges the current global economic lethargy, it is indeed that of ash. But for how much longer? The question deserves to be asked because the signals from its main outlet - Vietnam - do not inspire real optimism. Even if the demand from exporters remains present, recent examples show that everything can change very quickly nowadays.... Continue reading
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Rules for US ash lumber exports to the EU have changed
Starting December 18, 2018 the rules for shipping ash lumber originating from Canada and the United States has changed. The only approved option for exporting ash lumber to the EU is the NHLA KD Certificate Program as proof of treatment to obtain a Phyto-Sanitary Certificate. As announced by USDA-APHIS, "Shipments of Ash lumber certified under the 2.5cm beneath the bark lumber will be allowed a grace period for the wood already in route. The last date such a shipment can arrive and gain entry in to the EU is February 10, 2019, which should cover any shipments in route, even with delays. The 2.5cm option for new shipments cannot be used." All ash originating from Canada or the United States and traveling to the European Union must be in the "systems approach". The "systems approach" is defined below. Shipments must have a PHYTO with the accompanying NHLA KD Certificate with clip... Continue reading
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April 12, 2017
France: Hardwood trade affected by rising ocean freight costs to Asia
French hardwood trade was mixed during the Q2 of 2017. The French oak keeps on increasing and there is no forecast for reasons to stop.... Continue reading
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France: Hardwood trade affected by rising ocean freight costs to Asia
French hardwood trade was mixed during the Q2 of 2017. The French oak keeps on increasing and there is no forecast for reasons to stop.... Continue reading
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February 12, 2024
European beech and ash market trends in 2024
If there is a market that still challenges the current global economic lethargy, it is indeed that of ash. But for how much longer? The question deserves to be asked because the signals from its main outlet - Vietnam - do not inspire real optimism. Even if the demand from exporters remains present, recent examples show that everything can change very quickly nowadays.... Continue reading