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Russia’s Forestry is in Decline
In January, Russia’s forestry timber production experienced a significant decline of 18.4% compared to the same month last year, totaling 6.36 million cubic meters. In 2025, logging figures for Russia’s forestry fell sharply.Total timber sales experienced a significant
SKAL: Finnish Transport Companies are facing an increase in fuel theft
SKAL: Fuel theft costs transport companies millions of euros – rising fuel prices may increase crime In its transport barometer, SKAL investigated the prevalence of fuel thefts. One in four transport companies has been a victim of fuel
Volvo CE to close Rokbak
Due to rising costs and global trade challenges, Volvo CE will close its Rokbak articulated hauler business and concentrate resources on its portfolio of other hauling solutions. For more than four decades, Rokbak, formerly Terex Trucks, has proudly delivered
UK Debut for Windrose Global E700 electric truck
Windrose Global E700 6×4 tractor unit – a new electric truck from Belgium-based OEM Windrose, a company with Chinese DNA – has its UK debut. Featuring a distinctive centre-driver cab layout, the Windrose Global E700 is now set
New Vermeer BC170 brush chipper
New Vermeer BC170 brush chipper for sub-750-kg chipping performance in Europe The new Vermeer BC170 brush chipper weighs under 750 kg for permit-free transport across Europe. With a standard turntable and 170 mm infeed capacity, this compact machine
Scotlands Forests-Shaping The Future
Scotland’s forests are doing far more than shaping our landscapes – they’re shaping our future. For International Day of Forests, William Clark, our Forestry Transport and Innovation Advisor, explores how timber is transforming sectors from construction to clean
STIHL TIMBERSPORTS® UNVEILS 2026 SEASON SCHEDULE
STIHL TIMBERSPORTS® is excited to announce a bumper schedule of national and international events for the 2026 season as ‘The Original Extreme Sport’ celebrates the return of the World Trophy and the introduction of the first ever Women’s
PDM Huws Gray strengthens timber presence following Inverness investment
PDM Huws Grey Move saves jobs and creates the largest drive-through timber facility in the Inverness area. Leading builders’ merchant Huws Gray has announced a significant investment in its Inverness branch, further strengthening its presence across the North of Scotland.
Fire Prevention Robot for protecting forests
The implementation of smart technology is playing a pivotal role in tackling pressing challenges facing Hubei. This innovative approach harnesses advanced digital solutions to enhance efficiency, improve resource management, and ultimately transform the region’s societal and economic landscape.
Another challenging chapter looms for those on the Front Line of Forestry.
Forestry, along with other industries, is being hit hard due to the conflict in the Middle East and it looks like this is going to have another major impact on the boots on the ground. Front Line Of
Interforst 2026 Will Focus On The Forests Of Tomorrow
Interforst 2026 will be addressing important issues to include healthy forests of the future, digitalisation and high tech solutions for modern forestry and forestry and timber industry-closely linked Interforst 2026-Our forests face special challenges amid climate change. A
Komatsu to acquire Malwa Forest AB
Subject to the completion of customary closing conditions Komatsu will acquire Malwa Forest AB on April 1st Komatsu to acquire Malwa Forest AB-Komatsu Ltd (hereafter “Komatsu”) (President and CEO: Takuya Imayoshi) announced today that its wholly owned subsidiary,
German round timber prices are skyrocketing
The German round timber market is starting 2026 with exceptionally high prices German round timber prices- The supply of timber is often insufficient to meet the needs of sawmills. According to the German Timber Industry Association (HDH), the
SmartDetect™ Assist from John Deere
John Deere Advances Jobsite Safety Technology with SmartDetect™ Assist Enhancing jobsite safety for the construction market, John Deere debuts SmartDetect™ Assist, its latest object detection technology. Building on the industry-proven SmartDetect™ and SmartDetect™ Digital solutions, SmartDetect Assist takes a
How The Middle East Conflict Could Impact Forestry
The ongoing Middle East Conflict has the potential to expedite alterations in global softwood lumber trade patterns. Within less than two weeks of the Iran-Israel-US Middle East conflict, the broader impact is already disrupting shipping, causing turmoil in
UK Softwood Imports will increase in 2026
Total UK Softwood Imports reached 9.1 million m3 in 2025, representing a 2.2% decline compared with 2024, according to the latest Timber Development UK (TDUK) figures. While the overall figure indicates an overall reduction in volumes, the data
Tigercat 6440 Drum Chipper
The Tigercat 6440 is a high horsepower drum chipper. Designed for high production and high uptime, the 6440 employs a through-drive and belt system to turn the rotor, eliminating the need for clutches. The new Tigercat 6440 is
New Waratah 628HX High Capacity Harvesting Head
The high-capacity Waratah 628HX harvesting head provides quick and agile performance. This durable head delivers impressive feeding with exceptional delimbing and felling capabilities – all in one productive package. The new Waratah 628HX harvesting head is built to perform efficiently
UK Timber imports declined in 2025.
UK timber imports fall 2.2% in 2025 despite some growth areas Total UK timber and panel product imports reached 9.1 million m³ in 2025, representing a 2.2% decline compared with 2024, according to the latest Timber Development UK (TDUK) figures.
e-NG renewable gas could replace fossil natural gas
Södra, OX2 and TES advance feasibility study for e-NG production in Värö.e-NG is a synthetic gas produced by combining carbon dioxide (CO₂) with hydrogen generated from renewable electricity Södra, OX2 and TES have decided to move into the
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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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