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E-Commerce Drives Growth in Europe’s RTA Furniture Sector

ITALY – The ready-to-assemble (RTA) / flat-pack furniture sector continues to hold a major share in the European furniture market, accounting for more than 20% of total consumption on average. This growth is largely driven by the rapid expansion of e-commerce, which...

Dorel Restructures Finances with Key Deal

Dorel Restructures Finances with Key Deal

CANADA – Dorel Industries Inc. , a leader in North American furniture manufacturing, has entered into a sale-leaseback transaction involving its factory and warehousing facility in Columbus, Indiana, to improve its financial standing. The sale will generate USD 30...

Surteco Unveils Sustainable Edgebands   

PORTUGAL – Surteco, a global leader in surface technology, has announced the launch of Circular Edge, a new line of sustainable polypropylene (PP) edgebands designed to meet the growing demand for eco-friendly materials in the furniture industry. Based on the widely...

The Home Depot Reports 2024 Results

USA – The Home Depot, the largest home improvement retailer in the world, reported sales for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2024 of USD 39.7 billion, marking an increase of USD 4.9 billion, or 14.1%, from the same period in fiscal 2023. Comparable sales grew by 0.8%,...

RTA Furniture Industry Pioneer Dies

RTA Furniture Industry Pioneer Dies

USA – Paul S. Bush, the visionary founder of Bush Industries, Inc., and a prominent figure in the American Ready-To-Assemble (RTA) furniture industry, has passed away. Born on May 5, 1936, in Olean, NY, Bush’s life was marked by his entrepreneurial spirit, dedication...

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List of Exhibitors for Salone del Mobile.Milano 2025 is Available

ITALY – The exhibitor list for Salone del Mobile.Milano 2025, set to take place from April 8 to 13 at the Milano Rho Fiera, is now available to the public. This resource provides a comprehensive overview of the companies that will be showcasing their work at the...

Pantone Reveals Mocha Mousse as 2025 Color of the Year

USA - Pantone has officially announced its 2025 Color of the Year: Mocha Mousse, a warm, rich brown hue described as "earthy sophistication." The color is designed to capture a global mood of connection, security, and harmony, reflecting a collective desire for...

NYRIA is Impress Decor’s Color of the Year 2025

BRAZIL - Impress Decor has revealed its Color of the Year for 2025: Nyria. Chosen after extensive research into global trends and the emotions shaping our daily lives, Nyria represents the search for stability and calm amid today’s uncertainty. In a time of global...

Hettich’s Innovative Fitting Recognized in Japan

GERMANY - Hettich's FurnSpin turn-and-swivel fitting has won the "Good Design Award 2024" from the Japan Institute of Design Promotion (JDP).   This is the seventh time Hettich has received this award since 2014. The "Good Design Award" is Japan's premier...

Sustainable Design, New Red Dot Award Meta-Category

GERMANY - The Red Dot Award, recognized worldwide for its excellence in design, has broadened its scope by introducing a new meta-category focused on sustainable design. This category aims to highlight products that are not only aesthetically pleasing and functional...

Red Dot Design Award for FurnSpin by Hettich

GERMANY – At Hettich, innovation is integral to both their DNA and product line, consistently recognized by numerous prestigious awards.

Surface in Motion Conference Sold Out

GERMANY – The Technology & Design Conference Surface in Motion in Wiesbaden is completely sold out.

Viva Magenta is Pantone  Color of the Year 2023

USA – Pantone’s Color of the Year, Viva Magenta 18-1750, vibrates with vim and vigor.

Valencia: Design Capital of the World this Week

ESPAÑA –  This is a landmark year for Valencia, with the city celebrating its designation as World Design Capital 2022.

Schattdecor launches new 2022 collection “Global Essentials”

GERMANY – GERMANY – The new Decor Selection 2022 from Schattdecor reflects the trends and surface designs that are currently in high demand worldwide and also have the potential to become international bestsellers.

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Slight Increase in Spanish Furniture Exports in 2024

SPAIN – Spanish furniture exports saw a 2.3% increase in 2024, reaching over EUR 3.1 billion. France remains the top destination, accounting for 26% of exports, though it saw a 2.8% decline. Portugal (+4.6%), Germany (+0.4%), Italy (+10.7%), and the Netherlands (+9%)...

German Furniture Industry Sales Fall 7.4% in 2024

GERMANY – The German furniture industry experienced a significant downturn in 2024, with total turnover dropping 7.4% to EUR 16.4 billion, according to official figures. Domestic sales fell 6.8% to just under EUR 11 billion, while exports (33% of total sales)...

Italy’s Woodworking Technology Impacted by Market Stagnation

ITALY – Italy’s wood processing and furniture technology sector faced significant challenges in 2024, influenced by ongoing geopolitical tensions and the lasting effects of the Ukraine conflict. Additionally, the sector struggled with the aftermath of unusually high...

Ecuadorian Particleboard Exports Surpass USD 200 million in 2024

ECUADOR – Ecuador's particleboard (MDP) exports totaled USD 201.24 million in 2024, marking a slight increase of 1.5% compared to USD 198.26 million in 2023. The largest export markets for Ecuadorian particleboard remained Colombia, with exports rising 1.1% to USD...

Fitecma 2025 with Record Number of Exhibitors

ARGENTINA – Fitecma 2025, the main Argentinian trade show for the wood and furniture industry, has reached a record by selling out its entire exhibition space five months ahead of the event, a milestone that hasn't occurred in the past 10 editions.  "In January,...

VDMA Forecasts 15% Decline for Woodworking Machinery in 2024

GERMANY – After a record woodworking machinery production of EUR 4.2 billion in 2023, the VDMA (Machinery and Equipment Manufacturers Association) has revised its 2024 forecast, predicting a 15% decrease, bringing production to EUR 3.6 billion. This marks a downward...

Ingka and Green14 Colaborate in Sustainable Silicon Production 

SWEDEN – Ingka Investments, the investment arm of Ingka Group—the world’s largest Ikea retailer—has committed EUR 2 million to Swedish innovation company Green14, aiming to support more sustainable silicon production and secure critical raw materials for a renewable...

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