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Homanit to Invest USD 250 million in MDF Plant in South Carolina
GERMANY – German wood materials manufacturer Homanit will invest USD 250 million to open its first U.S. MDF production facility in Clarendon County, South Carolina, marking the area’s largest economic development project in 20 years. The plant is expected to...
European Wood Panel Output Rises 1.9% in 2024
GERMANY – During the recent Interzum trade fair, the European Panel Federation (EPF) shared preliminary figures for 2024 and its outlook for 2025, highlighting a modest production increase of 1.9% compared to the previous year. The announcement was made during a...
Spanish Furniture Exports Up 6.7% in 1Q-2025
SPAIN – According to data from ESTACOM, Spanish furniture exports recorded solid growth of 6.7% in the first quarter of 2025, reaching EUR 786 million. This represents a significant rebound compared to the same period in 2024, when exports had declined by 2.7%....
Work From Home Furniture Market to Reach USD 5.6 billion in 2030
USA – The U.S. work-from-home furniture market is experiencing sustained growth, driven by permanent remote and hybrid work models across industries. According to a new report from ResearchAndMarkets.com titled "United States Work from Home Furniture Market by...
Cantisa Unveils Global Growth Plans at Interzum
GERMANY – Spanish manufacturer Cantisa, specialized in edge banding for the furniture and interior design industries, took part in the latest edition of Interzum, the world’s leading trade fair for furniture components and materials. The event, held in Cologne, also...
Biesse Expands U.S. Presence with Key Integration
ITALY – Biesse S.p.A., a global leader in machinery and technology solutions for processing wood, glass, stone, metal, and advanced materials, has completed the business integration of U.S.-based companies GMM USA Inc., Bavelloni America Inc., and Techni...
E-Commerce Cabinet Brand RaraRTAcabinets Debuts Nationwide
USA – Tennessee-based e-commerce brand RaraRTAcabinets is entering the U.S. kitchen and bath cabinetry market with a fresh approach: high-quality, ready-to-assemble (RTA) cabinets delivered fast and affordably nationwide. Backed by a 20-year warranty and...
Kronospan Launches Design Centre in London
UNITED KINGDOM – Kronospan, one of the world's leading manufacturers of wood-based panels , has officially inaugurated its new Design Centre in the heart of Clerkenwell, London’s premier design district. More than just a showroom, the centre serves as a creative...
EUR 900 Million in 2024 Revenue and New Leadership for SCM
GERMANY – Amid the dynamic setting of Ligna 2025, the leading global trade fair for the woodworking industry, SCM Group S.p.A., a leading producer of woodworking technology, has officially appointed its new Board of Directors for the 2025–2027 term and approved...
Sonae Arauco Reaches 33% Recycled Wood in 2024
PORTUGAL – On the eve of World Recycling Day, wood-based panel manufacturer Sonae Arauco announced a major milestone: the incorporation of 809,000 tons of recycled wood into its finished products in 2024, equivalent to 33% of its global production. This marks an...
Sunds Fibertech Expands with Two Strategic Acquisitions
SWEDEN – Sunds Fibertech, a leading provider of machinery and services to the panelboard industry, is significantly expanding its environmental systems business through two strategic acquisitions. On May 21, Sunds Fibertech signed an agreement to acquire Advanced...
B. Maier Now Operates as Dieffenbacher Bielefeld
GERMANY – B. Maier Zerkleinerungstechnik GmbH, a long-standing name in wood processing technology, is now operating under the new name Dieffenbacher Bielefeld GmbH. The change reflects a deeper integration with the Dieffenbacher Group, which has owned the...
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Latin America’s Wooden Furniture Imports Up by 34% in 6M-2024
COLOMBIA - In the first half of 2024, wooden furniture imports in Latin America reached a total of USD 368.49 million, marking a significant growth of 34% compared to USD 274.97 million in the same period of 2023. Mexico led the region with the highest import value at...
More Than 93% of interzum 2025 is Booked
GERMANY - Interzum 2025 is already over 93% booked, emphasizing its status as the premier trade fair for furniture production and interior design. Scheduled to take place from May 20-23 in Cologne, this year’s event is witnessing robust international demand, with...
EU Council Delays Deforestation Regulation by One Year
BELGIUM - The European Council has reached a consensus to amend the EU deforestation regulation (EUDR), delaying its implementation by 12 months. This extension allows third countries, member states, operators, and traders to adequately prepare for due diligence...
Strong Recovery in Argentinian Decor Paper Imports
ARGENTINA - Argentina’s imports of wooden panel decor paper from January to July 2024 totaled USD 15.3 million, showing notable growth compared to USD 3.2 million in the same period of 2022. Although this represents a 16.4% decrease from USD 18.3 million in 2023, the...
Brazilian Cultivated Tree Sector Surpasses 10 Million Hectares
BRAZIL - According to the latest Ibá (Brazilian Tree Industry) Annual Report, the cultivated tree sector in Brazil has surpassed 10 million hectares for the first time. These trees produce renewable, biodegradable, and recyclable bioproducts for over 2 billion people...
Koelnmesse Cancels imm cologne 2025 Trade Show
GERMANY - imm cologne 2025 programed for January has been canceled. Koelnmesse, in collaboration with the Association of the German Furniture Industry (VDM) and the Furniture and Kitchens Trade Association (BVDM), made this decision due to significant economic...
Mixed Trends in Regional Particleboard Imports in 6M-2024
COLOMBIA - In the first half of 2024 (6M-2024), particleboard imports in Latin America demonstrated varied trends across different countries. The total imports in the region amounted to USD 266.3 million, showing a slight decline of 2.6% compared to USD 273.5 million...
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