ECUADOR – Ecuador's particleboard and medium-density particleboard (MDP) exports experienced a notable decline in the first two months of 2025, falling by 9.1% compared to the same period in 2024. Total export revenues reached USD 30.97 million between January and...
USA – The United States imported a total of USD 13.5 billion in wooden furniture in 2024, reflecting a 6.6% increase over 2023. This growth was driven primarily by Vietnam, which strengthened its position as the top supplier with USD 5.54...
USA – The 2024 FDMC 300 report reveals a stable year for North America's top 300 wood products manufacturers, with a mix of sales growth, slight declines, and many companies maintaining their performance. Several companies exited the list, while a few new names...
BRAZIL – Brazil’s wooden furniture exports saw a slight overall increase of 3.9% in 2024, reaching a total of USD 583.76 million, up from USD 561.78 million in 2023. While some of Brazil's traditional markets experienced a downturn, the overall export performance was...
CHINA – China’s National Development and Reform Commission has announced the creation of a state-backed venture capital fund focused on robotics, AI, and cutting-edge innovations. The long-term fund, aiming to raise nearly USD 138 billion over 20 years, will draw...
ITALY – CSIL has released the updated edition of its Research Report on the Kitchen Furniture Market in North America, covering the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. With a market valued at over USD 20 billion, North America accounts for over a third of global demand. Despite...
GERMANY – In less than two months, interzum 2025 will take place in Cologne from May 20 to 23, bringing together global suppliers from the furniture and interior design industries. With preparations in full swing and strong registration numbers, the event reaffirms...
GERMANY – Travel to Ligna 2025 fairgrounds free of charge and CO₂-neutral within the greater Hanover area, thanks to the new Climate Ticket, available from March 21, 2025. Deutsche Messe, in collaboration with the ÜSTRA network, is making a significant move toward...
GERMANY – Markus Hüllmann, Chairman of the VDMA Woodworking Machinery Association, provided an optimistic outlook for the woodworking machinery sector at the press preview for Ligna 2025. Despite economic challenges and global competition, Hüllmann believes European...
GERMANY – The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) will launch the FSC Brand Hub on April 3, a user-friendly platform designed to streamline trademark management, marketing resources, and brand assets for all FSC stakeholders. Developed with input from users worldwide,...
BELGIUM – The European Commission has initiated an anti-dumping investigation into imports of Brazilian softwood plywood following a complaint from the Softwood Plywood Consortium (SPC), which represents major European producers. The probe aims to determine whether...
GERMANY – As Ligna approaches its 50th anniversary edition, the trade fair for the woodworking and wood processing industry has seen an impressive surge in exhibitor registrations. 1,337 exhibitors have signed up so far, surpassing the 1,288 exhibitors from the 2023...
