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Sustainable Construction Starts with Wood
ECUADOR – As World Recycling Day was observed on May 17, recycled wood is emerging as a key material in sustainable construction, offering an effective response to the environmental challenges posed by traditional building practices. The construction industry is...
Lignadecor Ends Edgeband Production After 22 Years
TÜRKİYE – Lignadecor, a leading manufacturer of impregnated papers, finish foils, and edgebanding materials (PVC, ABS, and PMMA) for the furniture industry, announced the closure of its edgeband production after more than two decades of operations. In a statement to...
12 ‘Best of the Best’ Winners at Interzum 2025
GERMANY – Technological innovation, visionary product design, and sustainable materials took center stage at the Interzum Award 2025, a leading recognition program in the global furniture supply industry. Held biennially by Interzum, the competition attracted 146...
European MDF Recycling Project Enters Final Phase
GERMANY – On April 29 and 30, partners of the EU-funded EcoReFibre project met at Dieffenbacher’s headquarters in Eppingen, Germany, to review progress and plan the next steps in developing recycling processes for end-of-life fiberboards. Supported by EUR 12 million...
The Home Depot Reports 9.4% Sales Growth in 1Q-2025
USA – The Home Depot, the world’s largest home improvement retailer, announced first-quarter fiscal 2025 sales of USD 39.9 billion, representing a 9.4% increase compared to the same period in fiscal 2024. Despite the revenue growth, comparable sales declined by 0.3%,...
Ikea Allocates 16,000 Hectares for Forest Management Research
NETHERLANDS – Ikea has announced a new international research project aimed at enhancing responsible forest management and addressing global climate and biodiversity challenges. In partnership with the European Forest Institute (EFI) and Preferred by Nature, the...
Eucatex Reports Strong 1Q-2025
BRAZIL – Eucatex, one of the largest producers of flooring, partitions, doors, MDP and MDF panels, wood fiber boards and paints and varnishes in Brazil, delivered a strong financial performance in the first quarter of 2025, with net sales reaching BRL 744.7 million,...
Interzum Kicks Off
GERMANY – From May 20 to 23, 2025, Cologne will host interzum, the world’s leading trade fair for furniture production and interior design. With more than 1,600 exhibitors from over 55 countries, this edition will focus on the theme "Rethinking Resources: Circular and...
Schattdecor at Interzum 2025: One Design. All Applications.
GERMANY - From May 20–23, 2025, Schattdecor will present its full portfolio at interzum Cologne under the motto “One design. All applications.” The goal: to bring clarity and simplicity to an increasingly complex world by offering integrated solutions from a single...
Gemma Group’s Aluminium Division Now Part of Scm Group
ITALY – As of May 1, 2025, the business unit of Gemma Group specializing in aluminium extrusion solutions has officially become part of the Scm Group, a global leader in industrial machinery and automation. This strategic move strengthens Scm Group’s position in...
Masisa Strengthens Presence in Peru with Exclusive Distributor
PERU – As part of its regional expansion strategy, Masisa has formed a strategic alliance with Representaciones Martín, as the exclusive distributor of Masisa products in Peru since April 1, 2025. The distributor will operate from four strategically located...
Biesse sales fall 21.7% in 1Q-2025
ITALY – Biesse Group , a global leader in woodworking machinery and automation solutions for furniture and material processing industries, reported consolidated revenues of EUR 153.3 million for the first quarter of 2025 (1Q-2025), a 21.7% decrease compared to the EUR...
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LIGNA 2025: Circular Transformation in Wood Processing
GERMANY - A new format debuts at LIGNA’s anniversary edition in 2025: LIGNA.Circular. From May 26 to 30, 2025, Hall 12 at the Hannover Fairground in Germany will spotlight a pressing topic for the woodworking industry: circular transformation in wood processing. Under...
Top Ecuadorian companies’ sales and profits fall in 2023
ECUADOR - The main companies in Ecuador´s wood and furniture sector experienced a decline in sales and profits in 2023 compared to the previous year. Total sales among the main companies in this sector amounted to USD 410.2 million, a decrease of 3.4% from USD 424.8...
FSC Appoints Dr. Subhra Bhattacharjee as New Director General
GERMANY - The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) International Board of Directors has appointed Dr. Subhra Bhattacharjee as the new Director General, effective October 1, 2024. With over 20 years of experience in public policy, climate change, and sustainable...
European Commission Proposes One-Year Delay on Deforestation Regulation
BELGIUM - The European Commission announced a proposed one-year delay for a law banning imports linked to deforestation (EUDR), responding to widespread concerns from industries and governments worldwide. While the law is seen as a crucial measure in the fight against...
Strong Growth in Colombian Decor Paper imports
COLOMBIA - Colombia's imports of decor paper for wooden panels have seen a strong increase in the first half of 2024 (6M-2024), totaling USD 11,056,148, a 42.1% rise compared to USD 7,781,687 during the same period in 2023. Brazil remains the largest supplier country,...
Spanish Furniture Sector Sees Stable International Sales in 6M-2024
SPAIN - International sales in the Spanish furniture sector remain nearly unchanged in 6M-2024 from the same period last year, showing a slight increase of 0.9%, totaling EUR 1.54 billion. Meanwhile, Spanish furniture imports have risen by 3.4% during the first half...
European Associations Call for Delay in EUDR Implementation
BELGIUM - On September 25, 2024, 29 European associations, including the European Panel Federation (EPF), the European Confederation of Woodworking Industries (CEI-Bois), and the European Timber Trade Federation, released a joint statement urging a delay in the...
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