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Novopan Recognized as a Leading Employer Brand in Ecuador
ECUADOR – Novopan, a regional leader in high-quality wooden panel production, has been named one of Ecuador’s best employer brands by Employer Branding Ecuador. The award acknowledges Novopan’s commitment to professional development, process innovation, and fostering...
Sonae Arauco Invests EUR 50 Million in Portugal Plant
PORTUGAL – Sonae Arauco, a leading global manufacturer of wood-based panels, is investing approximately EUR 50 million in its Oliveira do Hospital plant in Portugal. The investment aims to enhance the plant’s competitiveness, sustainability, export capabilities, and...
Ecuador’s Particleboard Exports Down 9.1% in First Two Months 2025
ECUADOR – Ecuador's particleboard and medium-density particleboard (MDP) exports experienced a notable decline in the first two months of 2025, falling by 9.1% compared to the same period in 2024. Total export revenues reached USD 30.97 million between January and...
U.S. Wooden Furniture Imports Rise 6.6% in 2024
USA – The United States imported a total of USD 13.5 billion in wooden furniture in 2024, reflecting a 6.6% increase over 2023. This growth was driven primarily by Vietnam, which strengthened its position as the top supplier with USD 5.54...
Home Depot Announces USD 1.3 Billion Investment in Mexico
MEXICO – The Home Depot has recently unveiled a major investment plan in Mexico, announcing a capital injection of USD 1.3 billion for the period 2025–2028. The initiative will not only strengthen the company’s footprint in the country but is also expected to generate...
Dieffenbacher Unveils Smart Solutions at Ligna 2025
GERMANY – German machinery and plant manufacturer Dieffenbacher will present a range of innovative solutions at Ligna 2025, aiming to help wood-based panel producers navigate ongoing global challenges. Located at Booth C41 in Hall 26, the company will focus on five...
Schattdecor Closes 2024 with Stable Sales
GERMANY – The Schattdecor Group closed the 2024 financial year with preliminary total sales of approximately EUR 875 million, slightly below the previous year’s level. Despite economic challenges, production volumes remained stable, with 1.4 billion square meters in...
Garnica Opens 1st U.S. Office
SPAIN – Garnica, a global leader in sustainable plywood production, has announced the opening of its first U.S. office in Raleigh, North Carolina, marking a major step in its North American expansion. The new location also supports Garnica’s recently launched U.S....
Wilsonart Expands with New Acquisition
USA – Wilsonart Engineered Surfaces has acquired the woodworking products distribution business of Virginia Tile, a division of Artivo Surfaces. The acquisition expands Wilsonart’s company-owned distribution network in the Midwest, adding facilities in Kansas City,...
JYSK Invests in New Distribution Center in Spain
SPAIN – Danish home furnishings retailer JYSK has announced plans to build a new state-of-the-art distribution center in Almenara, south of Castellón, as part of its strategy to expand in Spain, Portugal, and Morocco. The facility, expected to be completed between...
Top Wood Product Firms Hold Ground in 2024
USA – The 2024 FDMC 300 report reveals a stable year for North America's top 300 wood products manufacturers, with a mix of sales growth, slight declines, and many companies maintaining their performance. Several companies exited the list, while a few new names...
Brazil’s Wooden Furniture Exports Up 3.9% in 2024
BRAZIL – Brazil’s wooden furniture exports saw a slight overall increase of 3.9% in 2024, reaching a total of USD 583.76 million, up from USD 561.78 million in 2023. While some of Brazil's traditional markets experienced a downturn, the overall export performance was...
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European Decorative Paper Manufacturers Unite for Anti-dumping Inquiry
BELGIUM – BELGIUM – Felix Schoeller and other leading European decorative paper manufacturers have expressed strong support for the European Commission’s decision to launch an anti-dumping investigation into decorative paper imports from China.
Eletrobras and Suzano Join forces to Develop Sustainable Fuels
BRAZIL – Eletrobras, the largest energy company in Latin America, and Suzano, the world’s leading pulp producer, have announced a partnership aimed at exploring sustainable solutions such as green hydrogen and synthetic fuels.
Brazilian Furniture Exports to South America Up 10.5% in first 5M-2024
BRAZIL – In the first five months of 2024 (5M-2024), Brazilian wooden furniture exports totaled USD 65.71 million, marking a 10.5% improvement from the same period in 2023 (5M-2023: USD 59.47 million).
European Production of Wood-Based Panels Down 6% in 2023
BELGIUM – In 2023, European production of wood-based panels experienced a notable decline of 6.3%, as reported by the European Panel Federation (EPF).
EU Commission Initiates Anti-Dumping Investigation on Chinese Decor Paper Imports
BELGIUM – The EU Commission has initiated anti-dumping proceedings against decor paper imports from China. A corresponding publication was made in the Official Journal of the European Union.
First Edition of interzum forum Italy Received Visitors From 52 Countries
ITALY -The inaugural interzum forum Italy, held in Bergamo, concluded with remarkable success. This biennial event, a new addition to the global calendar of furniture and interior design gatherings, brought together industry professionals worldwide.
Microsoft to Purchase 8 million Carbon Credits from BTG Pactual in Record Deal
USA – BTG Pactual Timberland Investment Group (TIG) has recently forged a transformative partnership with Microsoft, poised to deliver 8 million tons of carbon offset credits by 2043.
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