GERMANY – Sonae Arauco is advancing its sustainability goals by moving closer to carbon neutrality. As a global leader in wood-based solutions, the company is actively driving the industry’s transition towards sustainability.
German Furniture Industry Sales will Fall by 4.3% in 2023
GERMANY – Sales in the German furniture industry are forecasted to decline by 4.3 percent in 2023, reaching approximately EUR 18 billion, as per official data.
FIMMA to Double Space with Latest Innovations in Machinery and Technology
SPAIN – FIMMA, the International Fair for Machinery for the Furniture-making and Wood Sectors, is gearing up to make a significant impact at the upcoming edition of FIMMA + Maderalia, scheduled from May 14th to 17th at Feria Valencia in Spain.
Orders for Italian Wood Processing Technology Down in 4Q-2023
ITALY – Acimall, the association representing Italian woodworking and furniture machinery and technology manufacturers, has released a report indicating a sustained decrease in orders, mirroring trends observed in previous quarters.
Peruvian Imports of Particleboard Decline 13.5% in 2023
PERU – Imports of particleboard (PB/MDP) to Peru amounted to a total value of USD 140.11 million in 2023, marking a decline of 13.5% compared to 2022 (USD 161.94 million).
Panamanian Wooden Furniture Imports Decrease Slightly in 2023
PANAMA – The value of Panamanian wooden furniture imports had a slight decrease of 0.7% in 2023. Reaching USD 49.33 million, compared to USD 49.65 million in 2022.
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Italian Wood Furniture Industry Down More Than Expected in 2023
ITALY — In its most recent monitor report, FederlegnoArredo, the Italian federation representing woodworking and furniture industries, revealed a significant 8.1 percent decline in turnover within the wood furnishing sector for 2023, totaling EUR 52.6 billion.
Homag “Technology Days” Dates Announced
GERMANY – Homag, the leading German woodworking technology company, has scheduled its highly anticipated ‘Technology Days’.
Raute Reports Record Order Intake in 2023
FINLAND – Raute Corporation, a leader in veneer, plywood, and LVL production technologies, saw a significant financial turnaround in 2023.
IMA Schelling Establishes New Subsidiary in Istanbul
TURKEY – The renowned IMA Schelling Group, globally recognized for its precision machinery and solutions in furniture manufacturing, has inaugurated a subsidiary in Istanbul to enhance its presence in the thriving Turkish market.
Deurotech to Supply Arauco With New Impregnation Lines
MEXICO – Deurotech Group, a leader in wood-based panels, paper industry, and environmental technologies, continues its collaboration with Arauco.