BELGIUM – The EU Commission has initiated anti-dumping proceedings against decor paper imports from China. A corresponding publication was made in the Official Journal of the European Union.
Sonae Arauco Introduces Innovative Digital Plant Model
GERMANY – Sonae Arauco, one of the world’s most relevant companies for engineered wood solutions, is at the forefront of Industry 5.0, integrating advanced technologies like artificial intelligence, robotics, the Internet of Things (IoT), digital twins, and virtual reality to enhance sustainability and operational efficiency.
First Edition of interzum forum Italy Received Visitors From 52 Countries
ITALY -The inaugural interzum forum Italy, held in Bergamo, concluded with remarkable success. This biennial event, a new addition to the global calendar of furniture and interior design gatherings, brought together industry professionals worldwide.
Microsoft to Purchase 8 million Carbon Credits from BTG Pactual in Record Deal
USA – BTG Pactual Timberland Investment Group (TIG) has recently forged a transformative partnership with Microsoft, poised to deliver 8 million tons of carbon offset credits by 2043.
Schattdecor and Fine Decor End Partnership
GERMANY – Schattdecor and Fine Decor are concluding their partnership, with Schattdecor SE selling its 50% stake to Fine Decor founder Hasan Sekmann.
Xiangsheng and Siempelkamp Finalize Contract for New Particleboard Line
CHINA – Guangxi Xiangsheng Household Material Technology Co., Ltd. and Siempelkamp have agreed on a contract for a new state of the art particleboard line.
New Machinery Manufacturers Association Formation Led by Acimall
New Furniture Testing Lab Opens in Guadalajara
MEXICO – SGS has launched a state-of-the-art furniture testing lab in Guadalajara, Mexico, expanding its capacity for consumer product testing in the region.
Weinig Holz-Her Canada Switches to Direct Sales
CANADA – Weinig Holz-Her Canada (WHHCA), a leader in solid wood and wooden panel processing solutions, has shifted its sales strategy in Ontario from dealership to direct sales.
Ravensberger Holz and Homag Achieve Significant Automation Advancement
GERMANY – Ravensberger Holz GmbH in Bielefeld, Germany, has achieved a significant milestone with the installation of a CNC drilling and routing center featuring robotic handling, marking a major advance in automation and digitalization in the wooden panel processing industry.
Ingka Group Advances Ambitious Climate Goals
NETHERLANDS – Ingka Group, the largest IKEA retailer, has strengthened its climate targets for reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, which have been validated and approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Metsä Group and Andritz Start Pioneering CO2 Capture Research
FINLAND – Metsä Group is collaborating with the technology company Andritz to explore integrating carbon capture into its bioproduct mill, potentially pioneering a global first.