CHILE – The value of Chilean exports of particleboard (PB / MDP) reached USD 100.39 million in 2023, reflecting a significant increase of 28.4% compared to 2022 (USD 78.18 million).

BELGICA – The European Panel Federation (EPF) has endorsed the Antwerp Declaration for a European Industrial Deal, joining 72 leading companies and 34 industry associations representing over 7.8 million jobs. They advocate for placing the Industrial Deal at the core of the new European Strategic Agenda for 2024-2029.

GERMANY – Sales in the German furniture industry are forecasted to decline by 4.3 percent in 2023, reaching approximately EUR 18 billion, as per official data.

SPAIN – FIMMA, the International Fair for Machinery for the Furniture-making and Wood Sectors, is gearing up to make a significant impact at the upcoming edition of FIMMA + Maderalia, scheduled from May 14th to 17th at Feria Valencia in Spain.

ITALY – Acimall, the association representing Italian woodworking and furniture machinery and technology manufacturers, has released a report indicating a sustained decrease in orders, mirroring trends observed in previous quarters.

PERU – Imports of particleboard (PB/MDP) to Peru amounted to a total value of USD 140.11 million in 2023, marking a decline of 13.5% compared to 2022 (USD 161.94 million).

PANAMA – The value of Panamanian wooden furniture imports had a slight decrease  of 0.7% in 2023. Reaching USD 49.33 million, compared to USD 49.65 million in 2022.

ITALY  — In its most recent monitor report, FederlegnoArredo, the Italian federation representing woodworking and furniture industries, revealed a significant 8.1 percent decline in turnover within the wood furnishing sector for 2023, totaling EUR 52.6 billion.

USA – Owens Corning, a prominent player in the construction and building materials industry, has made a significant move by announcing its acquisition agreement with Masonite International Corp.

USA – Rev-A-Shelf, known for its cutting-edge home organization and storage solutions, recently announced the acquisition of Omega National Products, a respected leader in wood cabinetry accessories, hoods, and components.

COLOMBIA – The value of Colombia’s wood furniture exports was stable in 2023 reaching USD 60.10 million. This value represented a small decrease of 1.0% compared to 2022 (USD 60.69 million).

ITALY – The exhibitor directory for Sicam 2024 is now available online, offering a preview ten months ahead of the event scheduled from October 15th to 18th. Easily accessible with a click, this comprehensive list showcases companies participating in the fifteenth edition of the International Fair of Components, Accessories, and Semi-finished Products for the Furniture Industry.