ECUADOR – In the first quarter of 2024 (1Q-2024), Ecuador imported decorative papers for wood panel surfaces amounting to USD 7.27 million, down by 14.3% from the same period last year (1Q-2023: USD 8.48 million).

ITALY – Sicam recently announced the opening of registrations for its upcoming edition, showcasing semi-finished products, supplies, and furniture accessories.

SPAIN – The 40th edition of FIMMA + Maderalia in Spain concluded with great success, marking a significant milestone for the country’s wood industry.

SWITZERLAND – Arbonia is expanding its presence in Europe’s interior and special door markets through acquisitions.

USA – Owens Corning  has completed its USD 3.9 billion acquisition of Masonite International Corporation, a global leader in interior and exterior doors.

BOGOTA – Set to transform the future, the upcoming edition of interzum bogota will be held at Corferias from May 14 to 17. This pivotal event for the wood transformation and furniture manufacturing sectors will unite state-of-the-art solutions and the latest industry trends under one roof.

SPAIN – Preparations are complete for FIMMA + Maderalia, the major Spanish biennial trade fair for technology, machinery, and solutions in the wood, furniture, carpentry, and contract industries, which celebrates its 40th anniversary.

GERMANY – As part of its internationalization strategy, Koelnmesse has partnered with La Feria De Diseño Medellín, positioning it as a premier design and lifestyle event in Latin America and the Caribbean.

GERMANY –  LIGNA 2025 in Hannover will center around three key topics: LIGNA.CONNECTIVITY, LIGNA.SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTION, and LIGNA.ENGINEERED WOOD.

ITALY – The Salone del Mobile.Milano 2024 saw an impressive turnout, with over 1,950 exhibitors from 35 countries.

GERMANY – In May 2022, Dieffenbacher and 19 organizations from seven countries launched the EcoReFibre project, funded by 12 million euros from the EU, to recycle end-of-life fiberboards.

USA – Masonite International Corporation has announced that its shareholders have overwhelmingly voted in favor of the proposed acquisition by Owens Corning during a special shareholders meeting.