GERMANY - Egger has won the German Sustainability Award in the Resources category for its innovative EcoBox construction solution. The award was presented during Sustainability Day on November 29 in Düsseldorf. The EcoBox optimizes timber frame construction by using a...
UNITED KINGDOM - Ikea has opened the ‘Hus of FRAKTA’ pop-up store on Oxford Street, London, celebrating its iconic blue FRAKTA bag. The pop-up, located at 216 Oxford Street, is a playful tribute to the world-famous bag and is situated next to luxury brands in one of...
ECUADOR – Novopan, the leading wooden panel manufacturer in the country, and the Zuleta Community have joined forces to promote sustainable tourism and environmental conservation. Over the past year, they’ve implemented practices that balance social, biological,...
UNITED KINGDOM - Egger, a top wooden panel manufacturer, and Wren, a leading kitchen furniture manufacturer, have implemented a closed-loop waste management system as part of their ongoing commitment to sustainability and waste reduction. This innovative...
ITALY - Despite the challenges in rolling out new procedures and awaiting simplification measures, incentives for "Industry 5.0" initiatives are beginning to show positive effects, particularly in the machinery and technology sector for wood and wood-based materials,...
SPAIN – Cantisa, the Spanish company specializing in the manufacture and sale of edge banding, is strengthening its presence in Latin America with a new commercial delegation in the region. This expansion of its Export Department directly engages with Latin American...
ITALY – SCM Group has acquired a 51% stake in Mecal Machinery, a leading manufacturer of machinery and systems for processing aluminium, PVC, and light alloys. This acquisition strengthens SCM Group's portfolio, offering advanced technological solutions for industries...
CHILE - As of September 2024, Masisa reported sales revenue of USD 221.6 million, a 4.7% decrease compared to the same period last year. This drop was primarily due to significant pricing pressures in its operating markets. However, sales volume in cubic meters for...
MEXICO - Sodimac, a home improvement and construction retailer, has opened its 15th store in Mexico, marking its first location in Jalisco. The new store in Zapopan covers 10,000 square meters, with 8,400 square meters dedicated to sales floor space. Sodimac offers a...
USA - Schattdecor has officially launched its new Hotmelt Adhesive production line at its Lexington, South Carolina, facility. The first roll of material featuring pre-applied Hotmelt came off the line on November 14, marking a significant step forward for the...
CANADA – Ranger Board, a division of West Fraser Timber, has announced a major modernization project for its MDF production plant in Blue Ridge, Alberta. Partnering with Sunds Fibertech, a leading supplier of panel production technologies, the project will involve...
CANADA – Triple E, a leading Canadian RV manufacturer with nearly 60 years in the North American market, is known for its commitment to quality and innovation. With a vertically integrated approach, the company controls the entire production process to deliver...
