SPAIN – Preparations are complete for FIMMA + Maderalia, the major Spanish biennial trade fair for technology, machinery, and solutions in the wood, furniture, carpentry, and contract industries, which celebrates its 40th anniversary.
Leuco China Unveils New Headquarters
CHINA – Leuco, a leading provider of precision tooling and sharpening services for the woodworking industry, recently unveiled its new headquarters in Taicang, China.
Koelnmesse Partners with La Feria De Diseño Medellín
GERMANY – As part of its internationalization strategy, Koelnmesse has partnered with La Feria De Diseño Medellín, positioning it as a premier design and lifestyle event in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Solid 1Q-2024 for Arauco
CHILE – In the first quarter of 2024 (1Q-2024), Arauco’s revenues rose to USD 1,654.9 million, representing a 15.0% increase from the first quarter of 2023 (1Q-2023).
Dexco 1Q-2024 Sales Up 13.1%
BRAZIL – In the first quarter of 2024 (1Q-2024), Dexco experienced a 13.1% annual growth in Net Sales Revenue compared to the same period in 2023, with improvements seen across all divisions, particularly in Wood.
LIGNA 2025 Explores Three Keys to Wood Processing
GERMANY – LIGNA 2025 in Hannover will center around three key topics: LIGNA.CONNECTIVITY, LIGNA.SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTION, and LIGNA.ENGINEERED WOOD.
Wilsonart Successfully Concludes Leadership Handover
USA – Wilsonart, a global leader in engineered surfaces, announced the retirement of Tim O’Brien as president and CEO, marking the end of his successful tenure.
Lamitech Signed the Largest Photovoltaic Panel Project in Colombia
COLOMBIA – Lamitech, a leader in high-pressure laminates in Latin America, has partnered with Promigas and its subsidiary Surtigas to launch Colombia’s largest photovoltaic panel project in Cartagena.
Schattdecor Sales Exceed EUR 900 million in 2023
GERMANY – With preliminary total sales of over 900 million euros for the 2023 financial year, the Schattdecor Group is slightly below its previous year’s sales.
Falabella to Transition all Peruvian Maestro Stores to Sodimac
PERU – Falabella has launched a comprehensive transformation plan for its Maestro Stores in Peru, as revealed in its 2023 Annual Report.
Advancements at Roseburg’s New Production Plants
USA – One year after announcing a USD 700 million investment, Roseburg Forest Products reports significant progress on two new plants in Dillard, Oregon.
Positive 1Q-2024 for Surteco
GERMANY – In the first quarter of 2024, Surteco Group’s sales reached EUR 222.3 million, marking an 8.1% increase from the EUR 205.7 million reported in the same period last year.