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Hacker Kuchen Sales Down 7.6% in 2023
GERMANY – Häcker Küchen GmbH, a prominent German kitchen furniture manufacturer, achieved a revenue of EUR 726 million in 2023, that represented a decrease of 7.6% compared to 2022 (EUR 786 million) with exports comprising 40% of total sales.
Nobia Announces Closure of Halifax Manufacturing Facility
ENGLAND – Nobia has announced plans to consolidate its manufacturing operations in the United Kingdom, a pivotal step in its ongoing UK transformation strategy.
Roseburg Names new Director of Strategic Business Development
USA – Roseburg Forest Products recently announced Nadine Orozco’s promotion to Director of Strategic Business Development, effective March 18, 2024.
Peruvian Particleboard Imports Up 18.5% in First Two Months 2024
PERU – Peruvian particleboard (PB/MDP) imports reached a total value of USD 32.11 million in the first two months of 2024, marking an increase of 18.5% compared to the same period 2023 (USD 27.10 million).
Surteco Publishes Preliminary 2023 Results
GERMANY – Surteco Group SE reports unaudited preliminary figures for 2023, indicating Group sales of EUR 835.1 million, up from EUR 747.7 million the previous year, largely due to the acquisition of Omnova divisions.
Bruno Pereira Assumes as General Manager at Proadec Brasil
BRASIL – Bruno Pereira assumed the role of Managing Director at Proadec Brasil Ltda, effective March 1st, 2024, marking his integration into the Surteco Group.
Roseburg Selects IMA Schelling for Panel Cutting and Packaging
USA – IMA Schelling Group, a provider of systems for woodworking and board industries, announced Roseburg Forest Products’ selection of IMA Schelling for their new MDF plant in Dillard, Oregon.
Homag Technology Days 2024 Attract Numerous Visitors
GERMANY – The Homag Technology Days, held from March 12 to 14 in Holzbronn, showcased cutting-edge technologies for precise panel dividing and intuitive panel handling in furniture production, timber construction, and trade.
Home Depot Enters Professional Market with USD 18 billion Acquisition
USA – The Home Depot, the world’s largest home improvement retailer, is set to acquire SRS Distribution Inc., a leading provider in residential specialty trade distribution, in a deal worth approximately USD 18.25 billion.
Pablo Figueroa López Takes Over as Chairman of the European Panel Federation
BELGIUM – The European Panel Federation (EPF) appoints Pablo Figueroa López as its new Chairman, succeeding Martin Brettenthaler.
Sodimac Homecenter Opens it’s 42nd Store in Colombia
COLOMBIA – A new store at Mallplaza in Cali, a COP 73 billion investment, represents Sodimac’s commitment to innovation and customer experience.
Interzum Forum Italy 2024 Premieres in June
ITALY – In Bergamo on June 6th and 7th, Koelnmesse’s new biennial event, Interzum Forum Italy, will convene 200 companies from the furniture and interior design sectors for its inaugural edition.
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Peruvian Wooden Furniture Imports Rebound in June
PERU – The value of Peruvian imports of wooden furniture grew 36.5% in June 2023 and reached USD 4.2 million, compared to USD 3.1 million in June of the previous year.
China Main Supplier Country of Plastic Edgebands to Peru
PERU – The value of Peruvian imports of plastic edgebands amounted to USD 2.57 million in the first half of 2023 (6M-2023).
EU Commission sets Stricter Emission Limits for Formaldehyde
BELGIUM – On July 14th, 2023, with the publication of the Regulation 2023/1464, the EU Commission has adopted new significant measures to reduce formaldehyde emission from a wide range of products including wood-based panels and furniture.
Chilean Particleboard Exports Maintain Improvement in 5M-2023
CHILE – The value of Chilean exports of particleboard (PB/MDP) increased by 13.1 percent in the first 5 months of 2023 (5M-2023) reaching USD 46.60 million, compared to USD 41.20 million in the same period of 2022.
Ecuador: Sharp Decrease in Decor Paper Imports in 6M-2023
ECUADOR – The value of Ecuadorian imports of decorative papers for wood panel surfaces reached USD 15.12 million in the first half of 2023 (6M-2023).
Xylexpo Returns to May for 2024 Edition
ITALY – The 28th edition of Xylexpo, the biennial international exhibition of woodworking and furniture technology, is moving back to May.
Sharp drop in Brazilian Particleboard Exports
BRAZIL – The value of Brazilian particleboard exports (PB / MDP) reached USD 41.44 million in the first six months of 2023 (6M-2023).
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