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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.
Ecuadorian Decor Paper Imports Down in 1Q-2024
ECUADOR – In the first quarter of 2024 (1Q-2024), Ecuador imported decorative papers for wood panel surfaces amounting to USD 7.27 million, down by 14.3% from the same period last year (1Q-2023: USD 8.48 million).
SCM Group Surprises at Xylexpo 2024 with Stand Without Machines
ITALY – SCM showcased its technological and digital innovations in a completely new and multimedia fashion at Xylexpo 2024, focusing on clients’ new production and business needs in terms of services, digitalization, and sustainability.
Egger Group Advances Towards Net Zero with New Initiatives
AUSTRIA – Egger, a major global producer of wooden panels, is dedicated to achieving a “Net Zero” target by 2025, aiming to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain through extensive measures and investments.
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Slight Increase in Chilean Particleboard Exports in 9M-2023
CHILE – Chile experienced a marginal 1.8% increase in particleboard (PB/MDP) exports during the first nine months of 2023 (9M-2023), totaling USD 79.55 million compared to USD 78.13 million in the corresponding period of 2022.
Ingka’s EUR 7.5 billion Commitment to Support the Transition to a Renewable Future
NETHERLANDS – Ingka Investments, the investments arm of Ingka Group, the largest Ikea retailer, commits to an additional EUR 1 billion for investments in innovation and transitional technologies, bringing its total commitment to the renewable energy sector to EUR 7.5 billion by 2030.
Spanish Particleboard Exports Up 5.6% in 9M-2023
SPAIN – The value of Spanish particleboard (PB / MDP) exports reached USD 366.04 million in the first nine months of 2023 (9M-2023), registering an increase of USD 19.40 million or 5.6% compared to 9M-2022 (USD 346.63 million).
interzum Forum Italy, a new trade fair event in Bergamo
ITALY – More than 290 Italian companies played a crucial role in the global success of interzum 2023, featuring 1,600 exhibitors.
Exports of Brazilian Wooden Panels Decline in 9M-2023
BRAZIL- Brazilian wood-based panel exports experienced a decline in the third quarter of 2023 (3Q-2023), according to the Brazilian Tree Industry (IBA).
FIMMA + Maderalia 2024 with Emphasis on Timber Construction
SPAIN – The Spanish trade exhibition FIMMA + Maderalia has partnered with consultancy World Wood Future (WWF) to orchestrate a series of initiatives not only promoting timber construction but also advocating for a shift in the social, economic, and environmental paradigm.
Ingka Group report: people are taking more climate action but consider insufficient
NETHERLANDS – In a recent global survey by Ingka Group, over 33,000 individuals across 30 countries revealed an increasing trend of integrating climate-related actions into daily routines.
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