USA - The Furniture Industry Association of Bento Gonçalves, Brazil (Sindmóveis), has joined the NKBA Global Connect initiative as a Strategic Alliance Partner, strengthening connections between the North American and Latin American kitchen and bath industries....
GERMANY - Altendorf, the global leader in premium sliding table saws, has been honored with the prestigious "Brand of the Century" title at a book launch ceremony. This recognition highlights the company’s commitment to technological innovation, quality, and safety....
GERMANY - The 13th European Wood-Based Panel Symposium, held in Hamburg, Germany, on October 10-11, gathered nearly 400 industry leaders, scientists, and entrepreneurs to discuss the future of formaldehyde emission regulations and innovations in the wood-based panel...
CHILE - Chile’s exports of particleboard (MDP) showed a modest increase, with total exports rising by 3.4% year-on-year, from USD 90.27 million in 2023 to USD 93.36 million in 2024, according to data from January to October (10M-2024). The growth was primarily driven...
GERMANY - The Management Board of Homag Group AG has confirmed that the Higher Regional Court of Stuttgart has issued a final ruling regarding the legal dispute over the cash settlement and guaranteed dividend for shareholders. The court has set the cash settlement at...
BELGIUM - In October 2024, Unilin and Dieffenbacher announced a partnership to commercialize Unilin’s innovative "Osiris" wood fiberboard recycling technology. As part of the agreement, Dieffenbacher has become the preferred global supplier of Osiris machinery for...
USA - Rehau has announced the promotion of Dr. Thomas Troeger from Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) to Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Rehau Americas. The regional executive board now includes Troeger as CEO, Theo Haast as Chief Financial Officer (CFO), and Terry...
CANADA - The Board of Directors of Tafisa Canada has announced the appointment of Gino Lévesque as the company’s future Chief Executive Officer. Lévesque will join Tafisa on January 20, 2025, and officially succeed Louis Brassard on March 1, 2025. Brassard, CEO since...
SPAIN - Cantisa, a leader in edgebanding and decorative trims, is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. This milestone reflects decades of hard work, innovation, and continuous growth. "We are deeply grateful to all those who have trusted us, helping us evolve...
GERMANY – The German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK) is offering financial support to young, innovative companies, helping them exhibit at interzum 2025 by covering up to 60% of their stand costs. Interzum, taking place from May 20-23,...
CHILE - Masisa, a leading forestry company, has made a significant stride in sustainability by achieving 67% of its energy consumption from biomass. This renewable source, derived from organic materials such as wood and agricultural waste, is now the company’s primary...
BRAZIL - The Brazilian Furniture Industry Association (Abimovel) and ApexBrasil (Brazilian Agency for the Promotion of Exports and Investments) have renewed the Brazilian Furniture Sector Project for another two-year cycle, effective December 20, 2024. This initiative...
