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The current weakness in UK roundwood demand is real, but it is more complicated than simply “there isn’t enough demand for timber.” The main problem is that demand from the…

Tero Järvinen has decided to step down as Perttu Aho is appointed as the CEO of Nordic Traction Group Tero Järvinen has decided to step down as Chief Executive Officer…

In the face of a tough market, Ponsse saw a solid order intake and their manufacturing capacity remained robust. Ponsse 2026 report frorm 1st of January to 30th of June…

In an exciting move for the timber industry, the European sawmilling powerhouse Binderholz Group has announced its acquisition of Finnish sawmiller Kuhmo Oy. This strategic partnership promises to bolster Binderholz’s…

Britain should seize the prime minister’s pledge to implement the largest council housebuilding program since the post-war era as a chance to promote homegrown timber and revitalize the UK’s forestry…

Between January and May 2026, Sweden exported about 5.5 million cubic meters of sawn softwood products, the lowest volume recorded for this period since 2019.. Swedish Softwood exports of sawn…

Nordic sawmills are facing challenges in competing with the lower priced spruce from Germany and Austria. In a significant shift within the timber market, Central European producers have successfully regained…

Timber harvesting in the UK is facing several pressures at the moment, and many contractors are finding conditions increasingly difficult. The timber industry is currently maneuvering through an ever-evolving landscape…

Södra, Sweden’s largest forest owners association and Global Forest Industry Group, posted negative earnings for the second quarter of 2026. The quarter was characterised by weak market conditions and depressed…

The European sawn timber market is currently experiencing a significant and prolonged slowdown in demand. This trend reflects changing market conditions and could have various implications for the industry. Europe’s…