GERMANY – The German woodworking machinery industry faces a significant slowdown in production and exports after a record year in 2023.
Spanish Furniture Exports Down 2.7% in 1Q-2024
SPAIN – According to Estacom, Spanish furniture exports decreased by 2.7% in the first quarter of 2024, reaching more than EUR 736 million.
Colombian Imports of Decor Paper Increase 18.6% in 1Q-2024
COLOMBIA – The value of Colombian imports of decorative papers for panel surfaces and decorative laminates reached USD 4.20 million in 1Q-2024.
German furniture Exports Down by Almost 9% in 1Q-2024
GERMANY – In the first quarter of this year, the German furniture industry saw a decline in its export business. According to preliminary data from the Federal Statistical Office, furniture exports fell by nearly 9 percent to approximately EUR 2 billion.
RTA Muebles Targets Sustainability
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.