ITALY - FederlegnoArredo has announced the establishment of the National Consortium of Furniture Systems (Consorzio Nazionale Sistema Arredo) to enhance sustainability in the furniture sector. Supported by 15 leading companies, the consortium will focus on managing...
GERMANY – In the first nine months of 2024 (9M-2024), the Surteco Group’s sales revenues increased by 4% to EUR 662.2 million, compared to EUR 637.3 million in 9M-2023. This growth was primarily driven by the consolidation of the acquired Omnova divisions for nine...
BRAZIL - Dexco Brazil, the largest manufacturer of wood-based panels in the country, has placed an order for the world’s largest EVOfuge steam recovery system from Sunds Fibertech, set to be installed at Dexco’s MDF plant located in Agudos. This advanced system is...
THAILAND – Metro-Ply Group, a leading producer of wood-based panels in Southeast Asia, has ordered its sixth wooden panel line from Siempelkamp Group for its Surat Thani facility in Thailand. This new MDF line, featuring the advanced ContiRoll Generation 9i press, is...
GERMANY - The 13th European Wood-Based Panel Symposium, held from October 9-11 in Hamburg, welcomed a record number of delegates from over 30 countries, according to the European Panel Federation (EPF). This biennial event gathered experts, researchers, and industry...
COLOMBIA - From January to August 2024 (8M-2024), Colombia's imports of particleboard / MDP totaled USD 114.12 million, reflecting a notable increase of 22% compared to USD 93.53 million in the same period of 2023. In terms of volume, Colombian imports of...
COLOMBIA - In the first half of 2024, wooden furniture imports in Latin America reached a total of USD 368.49 million, marking a significant growth of 34% compared to USD 274.97 million in the same period of 2023. Mexico led the region with the highest import value at...
BELGIUM - Unilin is investing EUR 20 million to launch industrial-scale MDF recycling at its Bazeilles, France, facility. Previously, MDF items like decorative panels and flooring were incinerated due to the glue binding the wood fibers, which posed a recycling...
SWITZERLAND - On October 15, 2024, Hawa Sliding Solutions AG acquired the Klein group, headquartered in Barcelona, Spain. Both companies are leaders in the sliding door solutions market, and this acquisition strengthens Hawa's global position. Founded in 1931, Klein...
AUSTRIA - The Egger Group, headquartered in St. Johann in Tirol, Austria, is embarking on significant investment plans for its new plant in Markt Bibart, Germany, which became part of the group in November 2023. With over EUR 200 million allocated for projects by...
ECUADOR - In response to energy challenges in Ecuador, Aglomerados Cotopaxi has implemented an advanced self-generation system that covers 45% of its daily power needs, enhancing operational continuity and sustainability. In July, the company imported state-of-the-art...
GERMANY - Interzum 2025 is already over 93% booked, emphasizing its status as the premier trade fair for furniture production and interior design. Scheduled to take place from May 20-23 in Cologne, this year’s event is witnessing robust international demand, with...
