NEW ZELAND – Two years after construction began in Sylvia Park, Auckland, Ingka Group—the largest Ikea retailer—has confirmed that it will open its first store in New Zealand on December 4, 2025. From day one, New Zealanders will have access to more than 7,500...
BRAZIL – Brazil’s timber industry has voiced serious concerns over the effects of US tariffs of up to 50% on wood products. In August 2025, the Paraná Association of Forest-Based Companies (APRE Florestas) met with the State Secretariat of Finance (Sefa)...
GERMANY – Germany’s economy will stagnate in 2025, with only a modest recovery of around 1% projected for 2026, according to the latest economic forecast from the German Economic Institute (IW). High energy and labor costs, excessive regulation,...
PHILIPPINES – From May 7 to 9, 2026, Philippine Woodmac will take place at the Subic Bay Exhibition and Convention Centre, alongside the Philippine Wood Expo. The event is co-organised by the Chamber of Furniture Industries of the Philippines (CFIP) and Pablo...
ARGENTINA – Egger is reinforcing its comprehensive interior design offer with the launch of its new 25+ Flooring Collection in Latin America. In Argentina, the company held presentations in several cities, reaching more than 300 professionals, including...
