Exports
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African timber export prices remain stable in most markets
Operators report that markets, while active, are generally quiet. Operators in Gabon and Congo are facing unsettled weather. Despite the expected arrival of the dry season heavy rain and thunderstorms persist daily. This abnormal weather pattern is causing delays in forest operations and transport.... Continue reading
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May 8, 2023
Poland’s record softwood log exports to China raise domestic raw material prices
Poland's export of softwood logs to China has seen a steep rise in recent times, according to the Polish Chamber of Commerce of the Timber Industry. The first quarter of 2023 is projected to witness the export of over 300,000 cubic meters of softwood logs to China, a record high.... Continue reading
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February 14, 2023
US hardwood lumber expand to MENA region
The total exports of US hardwood lumber and veneer to the Middle East and North Africa region surged by 11% in 2022 to hit $107 million, said a report by American Hardwood Export Council (AHEC) released ahead of a key industry event - Dubai WoodShow. To be held from March 7 to 9 at the Dubai International Exhibition and Convention Centre, the event will see AHEC host a large American Hardwood Pavilion with individual booths occupied by 14 US hardwood exporting companies as well as the Indiana State Department of Agriculture. The 14 companies participating in the pavilion are Allegheny Wood Products, Baillie Lumber, Boss Lumber, Cascade Hardwood, Cummings Lumber, Hardwoods of America, Kamps Hardwoods, Kennebec Lumber, Midwest Hardwood, Missouri Walnut, Nina Company, Oaks Unlimited, Penn-Sylvan International and Wheeland Lumber. According to AHEC, the Mena region remains a very... Continue reading
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May 29, 2023
New Zealand: Log export prices hit lowest level in nearly a year
New Zealand's export log prices have experienced a significant decline, reaching their lowest point since July last year. There was a decrease of an average of $22 per JASm3 at Wharf Gate (AWG) prices for export logs in May after decline $20-25 per JASm3 in April.... Continue reading
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July 7, 2022
Brazil doubles plywood exports to EU
In June, Brazilian exports of plywood to the European Union jumped 93% year-on-year to 76 thousand m3. The value of exports soared 81% to $33 million. Average price of Brazilia's plywood in the EU decreased 6% to $429 per m3. Brazil replaces plywood supplies to Europe from Russia, which is under the EU sanctions. In April, plywood exports from Russia to the EU fell by 40% compared to the same period last year, and supplies will completely stop from July 10. Brazil decreased exports of plywood to the U.S. by 27% year-on-year to 113 thousand m3 in June. Supplies to Germany increased by 80% to 17 thousand m3, supplies to Italy increased by 41% to 16 thousand m3. Brazil’s exports of plywood amounted to 247 thousand m3 in June 2022, the value of exports totaled $107 million and the average price of plywood was set at $434 per... Continue reading
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June 1, 2023
African timber export prices remain stable in most markets
Operators report that markets, while active, are generally quiet. Operators in Gabon and Congo are facing unsettled weather. Despite the expected arrival of the dry season heavy rain and thunderstorms persist daily. This abnormal weather pattern is causing delays in forest operations and transport.... Continue reading
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May 29, 2023
New Zealand: Log export prices hit lowest level in nearly a year
New Zealand's export log prices have experienced a significant decline, reaching their lowest point since July last year. There was a decrease of an average of $22 per JASm3 at Wharf Gate (AWG) prices for export logs in May after decline $20-25 per JASm3 in April.... Continue reading
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June 1, 2023
African timber export prices remain stable in most markets
Operators report that markets, while active, are generally quiet. Operators in Gabon and Congo are facing unsettled weather. Despite the expected arrival of the dry season heavy rain and thunderstorms persist daily. This abnormal weather pattern is causing delays in forest operations and transport.... Continue reading