COLOMBIA – RTA Muebles, Colombia’s leading RTA furniture manufacturer, exemplifies sustainable production practices.
IKEA Opened its Second Store in Colombia
COLOMBIA – Ikea recently opened its second Colombian store, reinforcing its commitment to the country and bringing affordable designs to Cali, Valle del Cauca.
First Board Produced at PG Bison’s New MDF Line
SOUTH AFRICA – PG Bison reached a major milestone by producing the first board of its new MDF line at the Mkhondo facility, almost a month ahead of schedule.
Century Plyboards Produces First Board on new MDF Plant
INDIA – Century Plyboards (India) Ltd. (CPIL) has partnered with Siempelkamp to establish its largest MDF facility in Andhra Pradesh, with a daily production capacity of 950 m³.
Interzum Forum Italy Attracts 200 Exhibitors from 23 Nations
ITALY – The premiere interzum forum italy will take place in Bergamo on June 6-7, 2024, with the participation of 200 exhibitors from 23 countries and more than 30 conferences with 60 speakers from Italy and around the world.
The English Version of “Gli adesivi nell’industria del mobile” is Published
ITALY – The publication “Adhesives in the Furniture Industry” offers a comprehensive exploration of adhesives in wood and furniture production, spanning over 300 pages and divided into nine chapters.
Arauco Invests in New Resin Technology
CHILE – In May 2024, Sunds Fibertech and Arauco finalized agreements for the supply of cutting-edge resin-saving equipment.
Chilean Particleboard Exports Rise in 1Q-2024
CHILE – Chilean exports of particleboards (PB/MDP) reached USD 23.88 million in the first quarter of 2024 (1Q-2024), marking a 5.1% increase from USD 22.72 million in 1Q-2023.
Ecuadorian Decor Paper Imports Down in 1Q-2024
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).
SCM Group Surprises at Xylexpo 2024 with Stand Without Machines
ITALY – SCM showcased its technological and digital innovations in a completely new and multimedia fashion at Xylexpo 2024, focusing on clients’ new production and business needs in terms of services, digitalization, and sustainability.
Egger Group Advances Towards Net Zero with New Initiatives
AUSTRIA – Egger, a major global producer of wooden panels, is dedicated to achieving a “Net Zero” target by 2025, aiming to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain through extensive measures and investments.
Masterbrand Buys Supreme Cabinetry Brands for USD 520 million
USA – MasterBrand, the nation’s largest kitchen cabinet manufacturer, has announced its acquisition of Supreme Cabinetry Brands, Inc. for USD 520 million.