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Welcome to our May newsletter! Inside, you’ll find a comprehensive roundup of the latest news in forestry and used logging equipment and accessories for sale.
100th Komatsu Forest machine for Scottish Forestry Company
In an impressive milestone, a Scottish Forestry Company has proudly celebrated the arrival of its 100th Komatsu Forest machine! This remarkable achievement not only showcases their commitment to excellence but also highlights their ongoing dedication to sustainable forestry
Bishop Bewick Catholic Education Trust fined after member of public hit by falling tree branch
A school academy trust has been fined and a man given a suspended prison sentence after a member of the public was hit by a falling tree branch. Bishop Bewick Catholic Education Trust and gardening services provider Nicolas
Diversifying land use with timber production at the Lowther Estate
David Bliss, CEO at the Lowther Estate, shares how the estate converted low-value farmland into woodlands that deliver income, support nature and support their agricultural enterprises. Sustainable timber production and woodland creation are transforming Cumbria’s landscape at Lowther
The devastating consequences of wildfires in Wales
In recent weeks, there have been intense wildfires across parts of Wales, which have ravaged the environment and left behind a devastating trail of destruction and environmental damage. From the Berwyn mountains in North Wales to Beddgelert Forest,
Satellite-based positioning precision test in harvesters
New satellite-based positioning systems make it possible to follow harvesters and felled trees with high precision. The technology opens the door to smarter machine control and digital traceability in the forest. In harvesters, satellite-based positioning is used to
£2 million Timber Transport Boost for Scottish Forestry
Scottish timber transport will receive a £2 million boost for five projects to improve the transport infrastructure Five new projects which will reduce the impacts of timber transport on communities and improve the transport infrastructure are being funded
Nordic Forest Industry is Facing Rising Costs and Challenges
The Nordic Forest Industry, long-standing leaders in the global pulp and paper sector, is currently facing a complicated environment characterized by rising raw material costs and changing international trade dynamics. The Nordic Forest Industry, particularly Finland and Sweden,
Komatsu Forest’s CTL Equipment starts trials in Japan
Aiming to Enhance Safety and Productivity in Forestry Operations, Komatsu to Begin Trial Introduction of Komatsu Forest’s CTL (Cut To Length) Forestry Machines in Japan Komatsu is enhancing its forestry machinery business, a circular business that supports forest
Gender Equality – Forestry is still a male dominated industry
New indicators show unequal forest sector for gender equality– million investment to strengthen work Eight out of eleven indicators of gender equality in the forest sector show male dominance. This is shown in the first compilation of the
New Super Wood is Weeks Away from Full Production
Stronger than steel, InventWood is looking to take low-value wood chips and turn them into Super Wood structural beams that match tropical hardwoods like ipe and walnut for colour. Researchers are nearing full production of a groundbreaking material
Volvo Trucks New Aerodynamics inspired by the aerospace industry
Volvo Trucks new aerodynamics improvements by applying a proven concept from the aerospace industry to its heavy-duty trucks. Discreet but impactful modifications to the truck cab will reduce drag, fuel consumption and CO2 significantly. Volvo recently won the 2025
1.8 million trees woodland creation programme completed
As the planting season nears its end, Forestry England is celebrating the completion of an ambitious four-year woodland creation programme with 1.8 million trees planted at 16 new woodlands across England expanding the nation’s forests. Forestry England is
VE Day plaque to honour Women’s Land Army and Timber Corps
Thousands of women who kept Britain fed during the Second World War have been honoured with a new commemorative plaque to mark the 80th anniversary of VE Day. A historic plaque is unveiled on the 80th anniversary of
From ÖSA to John Deere
“Nothing runs like a deere”. There we have a slogan that is known around the planet! But what some of our customers probably don’t know is that the history of green machines is more diverse than many think,
Komatsu Smart Construction Remote Standard
Komatsu makes Smart Construction Remote Standard for all its Machine Control and Guidance Systems Komatsu is pleased to announce that Smart Construction Remote will now be available as a standard, included with all purchases of Komatsu-branded guidance and
Forestry engineering company is looking for growth partners
Business Opportunity- A Scottish entrepreneur is seeking new partners to help grow the forestry engineering business he launched 34 years ago and take it to the next stage of development. Fergus Mitchell left his job as a workshop
Husqvarna 564 XP G Fuel Injection set for release this Autumn
Husqvarna 564 XP G fuel injected 60cc professional chainsaw with instant acceleration will be on sale later this year. Get ready for the cutting-edge Husqvarna 564 XP G Fuel Injection Chainsaw. This innovative chainsaw is set to make
XR Smart Glasses for Remote Site Support
Hitachi Construction Machinery Co., Ltd., HMS Co., Ltd. and Holo-Light GmbH have developed new-look XR Smart Glasses. The highly durable- watertight and dustproof XR Smart Glasses– and advanced accessory allows technicians to: receive remote support from their service
KESLA Defence Kerberos trailers ordered for NATO country
KESLA Defence has received an important order from the defence forces of an undisclosed NATO country. This order is significant for Kerberos Multipurpose concept, as it will be rigorously tested for its capabilities, particularly in counter mobility operations.
Volvo’s gas-powered trucks on the rise
Demand for Volvo’s gas-powered trucks is rising and sales increased by more than 25% in 2024. Gas-powered trucks are a growing solution for transport companies to reduce their CO2 footprint as carbon emissions can be reduced by up
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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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