Timber Forecast for 2026
TTJ canvassed industry organisations and companies about their plans and predictions for the sector for the year ahead. Respondents identified challenges due to the wider economic situation and geopolitical tensions,…
Crane Tip Control Increases Harvester Production
Crane tip control makes it easier to manoeuvre the harvester crane between remaining trees Crane Tip Control Photo: Elias Mörnberg “A standardized field experiment with novice drivers shows clear time…
Ponsse’s Service Agreements Are Popular With Contractors
Ponsse’s service agreements have increased by 47% in Finland An increasing number of timber harvesting contractors are choosing to maintain their forest machines through Ponsse service agreements. At Ponsse, this…
Ian Scott “Scotty” June 1963 – February 2026
It is with great sadness that we bid farewell to Ian Scott, fondly known as Scotty, a true forestry legend who has touched our lives and left an indelible mark…
John Deere Acquires Risutec Oy
John Deere Announces Acquisition of Intellectual Property and Related Assets from Risutec Oy Deere & Company (NYSE: DE) announced today it has acquired the intellectual property and related assets for…
Ponsse’s Financial Statement for 2025
2025 was a challenging year at Ponsse but operating profits over the 12 months increased Ponsse’s Financial Statement-President and CEO Juho Nummela In 2025, economic conditions remained subdued, particularly in…
Volvo Trucks Milestone With Over 10,000 Sold Globally
The UK is Volvo Trucks Largest Market For Gas Powered Trucks Volvo Trucks Milestone-Volvo’s gas-powered trucks are growing in volume as more markets are embracing alternative fuels that enable significant…
Forestry England to create it’s largest woodland in 20 years
Staffordshire woodland will restore nature, tackle the climate crisis, give local communities access to green space and contribute to a sustainable timber supply. Photo Forestry England/Crown Copyright Forestry England is…
Experts warn of timber overproduction in the EU
Timber overproduction for pulp and paper producers is a cause for concern Timber Overproduction-Finland’s forest industry could be forced to reduce capacity again as rising raw material costs and weaker…
Metsä Group Lignin Plant will replace fossil fuels in concrete production.
A new demonstration facility created by Metsä Group for a recently developed lignin product has officially begun operations in Äänekoski. Photo; Metsä Group Metsä Group demo plant for a new…