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Welcome to our November newsletter! Inside, you’ll find a comprehensive roundup of the latest news in forestry and used logging equipment and accessories for sale.
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Used Forestry Equipment, A Guide To Purchasing
Acquiring used forestry equipment can present significant challenges. I have personally experienced the difficulties associated with being inexperienced and misinformed, which led to the purchase of equipment that was neither reliable nor suitable for its intended purpose. Below
Up To 700km Range For New Volvo Electric Truck
Volvo Trucks keeps pushing the boundaries for electric truck transport. With the launch of its new electric trucks with improved performance, flexibility and ranges up to 700 km, this is a new benchmark for electric heavy-duty trucks. Volvo
Ireland’s Fuel Protests Are Making Waves!
Ireland’s fuel protests are sparking a wave of targeted support for hauliers and coach operators, while the UK is left waiting in the wings. This proactive approach demonstrates a commitment to addressing the pressing needs of those who
UK timber in construction
Robin Nicholson from Buckland Timber, a Grown in Britain certificate holder, shares his thoughts on homegrown C16 and how there’s more scope for using UK-grown timber than you might think. UK Timber-Despite the availability of quality, sustainable, homegrown alternatives, approximately 80%
What is forestry?
Ask ten people outside the trade what forestry means and you will usually get the same answer – cutting down trees. Anyone earning a living in the sector knows that is miles off the mark. If you are
Save Scotland’s Rainforest
Not all rainforest is tropical. In Scotland we have a temperate rainforest along our west coast, a habitat which is globally rare and especially precious. Not all rainforest is tropical. In Scotland we have a temperate rainforest along
Is forestry a good investment opportunity in the UK?
Forestry can be a very good investment, but only for buyers who understand that trees do not work to quarterly targets. In this trade, value is built over years through timber growth, land quality, access, species choice, management
Used Forestry Equipment For Sale
Used Forestry Equipment- Fire Damaged Ponsse Gazelle Timber Forwarder For Sale USED FORESTRY EQUIPMENT FOR SALE-PONSSE GAZELLE TIMBER FORWARDER – YEAR 2015 – FIRE DAMAGED, BURNT FROM FRONT TO BACK. CAN BREAK FOR SPARES BUT WOULD PREFER TO
Digital Timber Tracking Is Coming
By combining the exact position of the timber truck with the harvester’s measuring system via GPS “pucks” on the truck roof, Digital Timber Tracking ID is followed. Image: Bitzer Productions Digital timber tracking of wood products to the
Fastmarkets Sawn Timber and Market Trends Feb 2026
European sawn timber markets moved into February 2026 in a broadly cautious mood, with price stability across most grades and destinations masking a more anxious undercurrent driven by the eruption of the Iran conflict and its mounting consequences
Is Forestry in Demand in the UK?
It has been a turbulent period for forestry in the UK but investment in recruitment and training is still a priority If you are asking whether forestry is in demand in the UK, the short answer is yes
Tigercat Have Revamped The TCi 568 Harvesting Head
Tigercat has completely overhauled the design of the TCi 568 harvesting head, introducing innovative features and enhancements that improve its performance and efficiency in forestry operations. Designed for track carriers, the TCi 568 is a robust, high-capacity harvesting
New Grapples From Hultdins
Hultdins have redesigned the SG420 + SG420R Grapples Now it’s time to present the new designed SG420 and SG420R! The updated Hultdins mid-size grapples are developed based on the proven S-line concept, bringing the Heavy-Duty design into a
EXTE- The New Generation of Load Securing Straps
The new generation of straps from EXTE are specially developed for remote control and harsh reality. EXTE continue to develop solutions that strengthen both safety and efficiency in the transport industry. We are now launching an updated version
Leicestershire landowner Gets Record Fine For Illegal Tree Felling
A Leicestershire landowner to pay £268,751 after illegal tree felling, the highest ever fine imposed on a case of illegal tree felling by a court in England A landowner has been ordered to pay fines and co​​sts totalling
GB Lubricants New Fully Synthetic Two Stroke Oil
GB Lubricants Sypersyn Plus 2T High Quality Synthetic Two Stroke Oil The Challenge For GB Lubricants to produce a high-quality and affordable 2-stroke oil that can be used as an alternative to the OEM product. The product must
Komatsu Forest completes the acquisition of Malwa Forest AB
As of April 1, 2026, Komatsu Forest AB has finalized the acquisition of the Swedish forestry machine manufacturer Malwa Forest AB. The acquisition strengthens Komatsu’s offering within small, low-impact forestry machines – a segment growing in importance as
Fuel duty – it’s time to act
The Road Haulage Association (RHA) is calling on the government to take decisive action regarding fuel duty, emphasizing the urgent need for reforms in this critical area. Photo- Road Haulage Association The RHA (Road Haulage Association) urges the
Coillte and NWPS Use Drones For Forest Fire Prevention
Coillte and NPWS Expand Use of Drone Technology to Support Faster Fire Detection and Emergency Response as Forest Fire Season Begins. As Ireland enters the forest fire risk danger period, Coillte and the National Parks and Wildlife Service
Timber Markets- A Better Outlook But Still Slow
After a difficult two years, forestry is still recovering but starting to stabilise as global timber markets are heading towards a calmer and more predictable phase The timber markets in Europe are showing a gradual improvement, exhibiting modest
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About Forest Machine Magazine-Forestry News
Forest Machine Magazine is a dedicated online hub for forestry news that keeps you updated with the latest information covering all aspects of forestry.
We feature current forestry news, the latest equipment, and interesting stories about the people and companies involved in ground preparation, road building and maintenance, planting, thinning, harvesting, extraction, timber haulage, sawmilling, and wood processing.
Our editor, Rab Easton, is a second-generation forestry professional with nearly 50 years of hands-on experience. He has worked on harvesting contracts throughout the UK, Ireland, Germany, and the USA. He began his career as a chainsaw operator with the Forestry Commission, where he earned his forester qualifications but chose to pursue timber harvesting instead of management. He also qualified as a Forest Machine Operator Instructor, training the next generation of operators at Barony College in Parkgate, near Dumfries.
Being a part of the forest industry and being known by the people and contractors within it has been a huge asset to Forest Machine Magazine, as it has opened doors that remain closed to others.
In the nine years since its establishment, Forest Machine Magazine has built a network of highly experienced operators who provide reliable feedback when trialling equipment and accessories in real conditions.
Rab’s wife, Wendy, was initially a tree surgeon who worked at Canterbury Cathedral before transitioning to horticulture and specialising in plant propagation. She has played an instrumental role in Forest Machine Magazine, managing client relationships, photography, graphic design, and maintaining the website.
We made the decision this year for the website, monthly newsletter and our social media pages to be our sole outlets for information about current events, equipment, and features, allowing us to publish instantly rather than adhering to deadlines
Written by loggers for loggers, forestry is not just a job but a way of life.
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