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Management Transition at Holz-Her
ALEMANIA - Holz-Her anuncia un cambio de dirección a partir del 1 de julio de 2024. After more than 25 years, Frank Epple is retiring, and Robert Terzer will take over as Managing Director. Robert Terzer brings significant experience to his new role. Before becoming...
Colombian Particleboard Imports Up 15.1% in 5M-2024
COLOMBIA - In the first five months of 2024 (5M-2024), Colombian imports of particleboard (PB/MDP) experienced a relevant growth of 15.1%, rising from USD 61.6 million in 5M-2023 to USD 70.9 million. Ecuador was again the leading supplier country, despite a 5.1%...
Masisa Introduces a New Direct Regional Sales Strategy
CHILE – Masisa, an acknowledged wooden panel manufacturer, has unveiled an innovative direct sales strategy for Mexico, Peru, Ecuador, and Colombia.
Martco LLC Produces First Board on New Dieffenbacher OSB line
USA – Martco LLC has successfully launched its third multi-opening OSB line from Dieffenbacher at its Corrigan, Texas plant.
Surteco sales and earnings on course in 1st Half 2024
GERMANY – In the first half of 2024, Surteco Group’s, sales increased by 4% to EUR 447.6 million, up from EUR 428.8 million last year, despite challenging conditions.
Forte Sales Down 5% in 1Q-2024/25
POLAND – The Polish RTA furniture manufacturer Forte, one of the largest in Europe, reported consolidated revenues of €58.32 million (PLN 251 million) for the first quarter (1 April – 30 June) of the 2024/25 financial year (1Q-2024/25), a 5% decrease from the previous year.
Novopan Reveals USD 14 Million Sustainable Energy Investment Plan
ECUADOR – Novopan, a leading Ecuadorian manufacturer of wooden panels, recently hosted a visit from Minister of Production Sonsoles García and her team as part of a six-year investment contract.
All Set For 13th Edition of the European Wood-based Panel Symposium
GERMANY – The 13th European Wood-based Panel Symposium will take place on 9 – 11 October 2024, at the at the Grand Elysée Hotel in Hamburg.
Valmet Finalizes Acquisition of Demuth in Brazil
Difficult 2Q-2024 for Proteak
MEXICO – Proteak, Mexico’s largest forestry company, reported its results for the second quarter of 2024 (2Q-2024).
Sodimac Opens its 33rd Store in Perú
PERU – Sodimac, the home improvement and construction solutions chain, has announced the opening of a newly converted store.
Weyerhaeuser Acquiring High-Quality Timberlands
USA – Weyerhaeuser, one of the world’s largest private owners of timberlands, has acquired 84,300 acres of premium timberlands in Alabama for $244 million.
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All Set for interzum bogota
BOGOTA – Set to transform the future, the upcoming edition of interzum bogota will be held at Corferias from May 14 to 17. This pivotal event for the wood transformation and furniture manufacturing sectors will unite state-of-the-art solutions and the latest industry trends under one roof.
FIMMA + Maderalia 2024 With More Exhibitors
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.
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.
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.
Salone del Mobile 2024: Record-Setting Edition
ITALY – The Salone del Mobile.Milano 2024 saw an impressive turnout, with over 1,950 exhibitors from 35 countries.
Dieffenbacher Joins EcoReFibre Research Efforts
GERMANY – In May 2022, Dieffenbacher and 19 organizations from seven countries launched the EcoReFibre project, funded by 12 million euros from the EU, to recycle end-of-life fiberboards.
Masonite Shareholders Approve Acquisition by Owens Corning
USA – Masonite International Corporation has announced that its shareholders have overwhelmingly voted in favor of the proposed acquisition by Owens Corning during a special shareholders meeting.
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