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New Komatsu 898 25 Tonne Capacity Forwarder
Komatsu 898 – A 25-tonne forwarder, specialised on plantation forestry as well as final felling operations. The powerful engine, robust transmission and large load space, with a wide range of customisation options, make it a cost-efficient and productive
Elmia Wood 2025-A Positive Response
Elmia Wood 2025-The international meeting place for the forestry sector Elmia Wood 2025 brought together forestry professionals from around the world in Bratteborg, just outside Jönköping, Sweden. A total of 27,751 visits from 48 countries and 327 exhibitors
Does Harvester Crane Tip Control increase production?
Harvester crane tip control– it has the potential to save time but the performance varies between operators When using harvester crane tip control, the operator controls the crane tip directly from its original position (A) to the final
German Forest Machine Sales decreased in 2024
German Forest Machine Sales decreased in 2024-Since 2008, the Kuratorium für Waldarbeit und Forsttechnik (KWF) e. V. in Groß-Umstadt (Germany) has been collecting market data on the sale of new forestry machinery in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. In
Swedish Timber Production Fell In 2024
Swedish Timber Production decreased in 2024 and amounted to just over 87 million cubic meters standing volume according to preliminary statistics from the Swedish Forest Agency. The decline is a continuation of the sharp decrease in 2023 after
Slopes above A82 restocked with native trees to reduce future risks
Forestry and Land Scotland (FLS) have begun the job of planting native trees on the steep slopes above Loch Ness as part of making the A82 safer for road users and the hillside more resilient to the impacts
Centennial Cat 444 Backhoe takes pride of place at Finning UK HQ
The Centennial Cat 444 backhoe loader has been prominently showcased at the Finning UK headquarters, symbolizing a significant milestone in the evolution of this iconic machinery. A special edition Centennial Cat 444 backhoe loader has taken pride of
Gresham House celebrates final close of Forest Fund VI at £375mn
Gresham House are pleased to announce the final close of Forest Fund VI LP at £375mn / $500mn, marking both our largest-ever forestry fundraise and what is believed to be the UK’s largest forestry fundraise Gresham House have
LOGSET’S NEW CRANE AND HARVESTER HEAD SERIES
Logset’s new crane and harvester head series will be showcased at Elmia Wood on the 5-7th June 2025 Logset’s new crane and harvester head- The Logset team is dedicated to the continuous enhancement of its products and the
Bell Skogger is game changer
Bell Skogger is game changer for Harding timber contractor Bell Skogger- When Wes Redinger started doing contract timber harvesting for one of the largest timber growers in South Africa, he did it with manual labour. His young company,
Japan emerges as the number one market for Russian timber
Large amounts of lumber and timber products are now crossing Russian borders, with Japan being one of the few Western countries not imposing sanctions on Putin-aligned producers. In April, Japan imported more than 71,700 cubic metres of lumber
New STIHL MS 400.1-A Cut Above
STIHL MS 400.1 SETTING A NEW STANDARDS FOR THE 60CC CLASS PROFESSIONAL FORESTRY CHAINSAW Setting new standards in the 60cc class, the new STIHL MS 400.1 forestry chainsaw offers professionals the best power-to-weight ratio of any professional chainsaw
Stora Enso’s AI Model Accurately Detects Spruce Bark Beetle
Stora Enso’s AI model identifies damage caused by spruce bark beetles with an accuracy level that can pinpoint the condition of individual trees. Stora Enso’s AI Precision Forestry project combines available forest-related digital material from various sources, such
Forest Fires in 2024 caused record losses in global forest area
Devastating forest fires in 2024 led to unprecedented levels of forest loss, ravaging vast expanses of greenery and wildlife habitats. The infernos swept through once-lush landscapes, leaving behind a charred panorama that highlights the urgent need for proactive
MAN conducts first autonomous truck test on motorway
MAN conducts the first autonomous truck test on motorway in Germany, advancing towards commercial production of self-driving trucks by decade’s end. MAN conducts first autonomous truck motorway test in Germany The first autonomous truck test on a motorway
Caterpillar Collision Warning System
Caterpillar Collision Warning System with Motion Inhibit Stops Reverse Movement When People or Object Appear Caterpillar Collision Warning system with Motion Inhibit includes Object Detection, People Detection and Motion Inhibit as a package to improve safe operation by
Efficient nature conservation with the portable fire
SCA has tried a new method for implementing fire-mimicking measures in pine forests. By using a so-called “portable fire,” manufactured by Retrå Resource Operations, it is possible to conduct targeted burning of pines for conservation purposes. “The portable
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
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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.
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