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Ponsse-20,000 machine is built
On the 11 December Ponsse celebrates the completion of their 20,000th forest machine, a Ponsse Bear harvester with a H8 harvesting head “It is great that Ponsse 20,000th forest machine will go to Norway to a customer with
Remote Operator Training
Machine operators can now develop their skills using Remote Operator Training. In one project, the Forestry Research Institute of Sweden has tested how effective it is to get help from instructors by livestreaming their driving. In forestry, instructors
The Charlatans announce headline show
The Charlatans and Johnny Marr announce joint headline show for Forest Live at Cannock Chase Forest Forest Live, the summer concert series presented by Forestry England, has announced that indie legends The Charlatans and guitar icon Johnny Marrwill be performing at Cannock Chase
Mark Beach: Back in the Driving Seat
Timber Harvesting in the Lake District with Mark Beach It has been a few years since I last saw Mark Beach and there have been many changes to his business since. He still has the large workshop in
Forestry, it’s either a feast or a famine
Forestry is currently experiencing one of its slumps, this is a global issue which is affecting everyone but people predicting that forestry is on the verge of collapse really don’t understand the industry at all. Forestry is currently
Bryan Adams announces three Forest Live shows
Bryan Adams announces three Forest Live shows at Delamere Forest, Thetford Forest and Dalby Forest Forest Live, the summer concert series presented by Forestry England, has announced that Canadian rock legend Bryan Adams will perform at Delamere Forest, Thetford Forest and Dalby Forest on
Forestry Excavator Operator Required
Forestry Excavator operator wanted for work in the Northeast of Scotland Harold Taylor Timber is looking for a Forestry Excavator Operator for his Hyundai 430LC Excavator which is fitted with an OMEF B1600 tree shear. This position will
Professional Forester Apprenticeship: a pathway into your new career in forestry
Applications to the 2024 Professional Forester Apprenticeship are now open. Marcus Ling has just started the apprenticeship programme and is working within the Forestry Commission’s South East and London Area Team. He tells us about his experience so far. It’s
Lower Ardochy Wood
A picturesque and fertile woodland on the banks of Loch Garry with breath-taking views of the surrounding landscape. Excellent access with development potential subject to necessary consents. Lower Ardochy Wood forms a fertile and easily accessible site with
New Perkins® 2600 Series 13-litre diesel engines
Perkins addresses evolving industry demands for improved fuel efficiency and performance with their New Perkins® 2600 Series next-generation 13-litre diesel engine Available in 2026, the Perkins® 2600 Series engine platform is designed for demanding requirements in agriculture, construction and other
Highland electric timber truck hits the road in drive to Net Zero
A new electric timber truck, believed to be the first of its kind in the UK, is now in operation in the Highlands as part of a forestry trial to help decarbonise the sector. A new electric timber
Södras 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 ambition with the in-house developed BraSatt 01 planting machine is to accelerate technical advances in forest regeneration, which could
Tigercat 1055C more than a forwarder
Erik Ollas explains how his new 1055C forwarder is more than a machine.— Jorge Victoria Sometimes a Tigercat machine is more than just a piece of equipment. It could be the means to provide for a family, or
Job opportunity at Komatsu Forest Ltd UK
At Komatsu Forest, our customers come first, and due to expansion we’re looking for an ambitious, experienced Aftermarket Retail Sales person to help us grow our Aftermarket team full-time from our brand-new facility near Carlisle Airport, Cumbria. Are
Metsä Group insect damage application awarded as the best innovation in Finland
An artificial intelligence application developed by Metsä Group and CollectiveCrunch for detecting insect damage in forests has won the Quality Innovation Award in a competition organised by the Finnish Quality Association, Excellence Finland Metsä Group’s Future Sawmill concept
New Husqvarna  562 XP® Mark II
Husqvarna launches an innovative redesign of the 562 XP®, the Mark II Husqvarna, a name synonymous with professional excellence, announces the advancement of their legendary product lineup with the launch of the 562 XP® Mark II. This unveiling
A Northumbrian spruce among 150 million set for Westminster
A very special Northumbrian spruce Christmas tree is about to set off on a 330-mile trip as it becomes one of the most iconic symbols of the festive season. A striking Northumbrian spruce, standing at a height of
Forests fit for the future – government funding announced for new forest research
Healthy and resilient woodlands supported through new £16 million government funding UK research into climate and pest resilient woodlands is set to boosted today with the announcement of £16 million government funding for our world-leading forest scientists. Our
Forest Live announces Tom Jones and Becky Hill shows
Forest Live announces Tom Jones and Becky Hill shows The summer concert series Forest Live, presented by Forestry England, has announced British musical legend Tom Jones and pop queen Becky Hill as the latest stars to perform shows in
K D Ferguson Ltd: Keeping it in the family
K D Ferguson Ltd: Keeping it in the family After 32 years of contracting in timber harvesting, Alistair Ferguson, AG Ferguson, decided enough was enough, and it was finally time to call it a day. One of his
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About Forest Machine Magazine
We cover all aspects of the forest industry from ground preparation, road building, planting, harvesting, extraction, haulage, saw-milling, health and safety, through to the end product. We visit harvesting sites, contractors, hauliers, and timber processing plants to keep abreast of all the latest news and technology.
Spending most of my life in forestry has afforded me the opportunity to build up a network of highly experienced operators that I am able to call upon for trialling forestry equipment and accessories. Having this unique network of operators gives us the advantage of carrying out honest and unbiased trials in optimum conditions.
The professional magazine written by loggers for loggers and dedicated solely to the equipment used in forestry operations.
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