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Welcome to our September 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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Tarras Valley Nature Reserve and Tilhill harvest timber for major restoration project
Tarras Valley Nature Reserve, together with Tilhill, a member of BSW Group and UK leaders in sustainable forestry, woodland management and timber harvesting, are harvesting over 15,385 tonnes of timber to support projects in Langholm, South Scotland, and to facilitate
Volvo Penta and Aiab Energy to expand collaboration
Volvo Penta and Aiab Energy to expand collaboration into BESS solution Volvo Penta and Swedish backup power solutions company Aiab Energy are strengthening their collaboration to provide an integrated battery energy storage solution that meets the specific needs of Aiab Energy’s
New Chief Exec for Forestry and Land Scotland
New Chief Exec for Forestry and Land Scotland Kevin Quinlan, current Director of Environment and Forestry (EnFor) with the Scottish Government, is to take up a new role as the Chief Executive of Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS).
Dalmally Forest For Sale
A well-established second rotation conifer forest with high yield class crops in a scenic, productive and accessible location within Argyll. Dalmally Forest was originally established in the 1980s on former hill ground with a commercial timber crop of
Lot 1 – Dalmally Forest For Sale
A well-established second rotation conifer forest with high yield class crops in a scenic, productive and accessible location within Argyll. Dalmally was originally established in the 1980s on former hill ground with a commercial timber crop of predominantly
Lot 2 – Glenview Wood, Dalmally, Argyll, For Sale
A picturesque amenity woodland, with a core of productive timber situated in the stunning west coast of Scotland. Glenview Wood was originally established in various stages in the 1800s with an intimate mix of broadleaves species including birch
Forestry and Land Scotland & Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service
Scotland’s forests and woodland supporting mental health Forestry and Land Scotland is teaming up with the NHS Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS) to support children and young people’s mental health. Community rangers are involved in several
Forestry England and British Airways partner up
Forestry England and British Airways partner to plant trees and create wildflower meadow in new Buckinghamshire woodland Forestry England and British Airways today announced a one-year partnership which will support planting 9,000 oak trees and help create an
Paloma Faith announces Forest Live show at Thetford Forest
Forest Live, the summer concert series presented by Forestry England, has announced that British pop superstar Paloma Faith will perform a headline show in the unique outdoor setting of High Lodge, Thetford Forest on 27 June 2024. Paloma
Komatsu and Williams Racing reignite historic partnership
Leading heavy equipment manufacturer Komatsu has signed a multi-year deal with Williams Racing to become the Principal Partner of the British team from the start of the 2024 FIA Formula One World Championship (F1) season. Komatsu was a key partner
All-season classic improved – the Nokian Tyres Noktop 21 drive axle tread is renewed
For decades, Nokian Tyres Noktop 21’s traction, self-cleaning properties and versatility on challenging surfaces has made it the trusted go-to traction tread for commercial use. From the beginning of 2024, the classic tread gets new features – while
The New Vimek 470 Harvester
Vimek presents a brand-new harvester model, the Vimek 470. This new harvester is stronger, bigger, and more efficient than ever but still retains all the gentle Vimek characteristics. The Vimek 470 is also built on the same NextGen
Deadline extended for forestry grant claims
In a move to give woodland owners every opportunity to create more woodland this year, Scottish Forestry is to extend the deadline for grant claims. In order to maximise the use of this year’s 2023/24 Forestry Grant Scheme
EGGER acquires minority stake in Thai Panel Plus
The EGGER Group takes a major step and strengthens its position in the growth market Asia. Sustainable international growth is an essential part of the EGGER Group’s strategic agenda. In addition to the production and distribution of its
Pioneering Future Mobile Work Machine Event Comes to Tampere
On 28-29th May 2024, Tampere is set to transform into a global innovation hub as it hosts the Future Mobile Work Machine event On 28-29th May 2024, Tampere is set to transform into a global innovation hub as it
Södra’s test run of new planting machine shows promising results
Södra’s venture in a new advanced technique for better seedling survival was recently field tested with promising results Södra’s venture in a new advanced technique for better seedling survival was recently field tested with promising results. Södra’s ambition
Cover Photo Winner Gwyn Alun Ellis Williams: Ponsse Ergo
This month’s front cover photo features Gwyn Alun Ellis Williams on a PONSSE Ergo. Gwyn operates the Ergo C5 H8 which is equipped with a Herzog traction winch in North Wales. This month’s front cover features Gwyn Alun
Appointments in John Deere Forest Machine Business
Appointments in John Deere Forest Machine Business Mary Pat Tubb is appointed Vice President, Worldwide Forestry, effective February 1. She is succeeding Timo Ylänen, who after 30 years of leadership and dedicated service, has decided to retire from
Coed Pen Y Gelli For Sale
Coed Pen Y Gelli For Sale Coed Pen Y Gelli is noted by Natural Resources Wales as a Plantation on Ancient Woodland. It comprises a planted beech wood with occasional scattered vestiges of past conifer crops comprising western
New Forest for the Nation competition launched
The Forest for the Nation will improve public access to nature and provide a boost for our native wildlife The Forest for the Nation has moved a step closer today (Saturday 3 February) with the launch of a
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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
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