Fastmarkets Sawn Timber and Market Trends Feb 2026
European sawn timber markets moved into February 2026 in a broadly cautious mood, with price stability across most grades and destinations masking a more anxious undercurrent driven by the eruption…
Komatsu Forest completes the acquisition of Malwa Forest AB
As of April 1, 2026, Komatsu Forest AB has finalized the acquisition of the Swedish forestry machine manufacturer Malwa Forest AB. The acquisition strengthens Komatsu’s offering within small, low-impact forestry…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…