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LIGNA celebrates its 50th Anniversary
GERMANY – The woodworking community is gearing up to celebrate a significant milestone: Ligna’s 50th anniversary in 2025.
Dieffenbacher with Dual Booths at IFAT 2024 Trade Fair
GERMANY – Companies interested in recycling solutions and sustainable energy generation will want to visit with Dieffenbacher at two separate booths during this year’s IFAT trade fair, May 13-17, in Munich.
Spanish Furniture Exports Up 3% in 2023
SPAIN – In 2023, Spanish furniture exports experienced a 3% growth, surpassing the figure of USD 3.041 billion euros, according to data provided by Estacom for the period from January to December.
Arauco, Sales and Profit Down in 2023
CHILE – Arauco recorded a decline in sales revenue in 2023, totaling USD 6,011.8 million, representing a 15.4% decrease compared to the same period in 2022 (USD 7,102.1).
Chilean Particleboard Exports Exceed USD 100 million in 2023
CHILE – The value of Chilean exports of particleboard (PB / MDP) reached USD 100.39 million in 2023, reflecting a significant increase of 28.4% compared to 2022 (USD 78.18 million).
Proteak Sales Down 37% in 4Q-2023
MEXICO – Proteak, Mexico’s largest forestry company, reported its results for the 4th quarter of 2023 (4Q-2023).
Arauco Starts Construction of Second Phase MDF plant in Zitácuaro
MEXICO – Arauco, a global leader in the manufacturing of wood based panels, recently commenced the second phase of construction of its plant in Zitácuaro, Michoacán. The total investment in this new MDF production line amounts to USD 200 million and is expected to generate 3,000 direct and indirect jobs in the region.
Homag 2023: High Sales Revenues Despite Declining Order Intake
GERMANY – Preliminary data indicates that despite economic challenges, the Homag Group slightly increased sales revenue to EUR 1,625 million, attributing this to a high initial order backlog and service sector expansion.
European Panel Federation Signs the Antwerp Declaration for a European Industrial Deal
BELGICA – The European Panel Federation (EPF) has endorsed the Antwerp Declaration for a European Industrial Deal, joining 72 leading companies and 34 industry associations representing over 7.8 million jobs. They advocate for placing the Industrial Deal at the core of the new European Strategic Agenda for 2024-2029.
Biesse Approves Business Plan to 2026
ITALY – Biesse Spa recently announced the board’s approval of its 2024-2026 business plan, forecasting an average annual revenue growth between 2 percent and 4 percent over the plan period (2026: EUR 830 -880 million).
Siempelkamp Names Dr. Melanie Bockemühl to its Advisory Board
GERMANY – Starting January 1st, Dr. Melanie Bockemühl, renowned for her outstanding proficiency in digital technologies, officially joined the Advisory Board of G. Siempelkamp GmbH & Co. KG.
Sonae Arauco to Receive Wind Energy in Germany
GERMANY – Sonae Arauco is advancing its sustainability goals by moving closer to carbon neutrality. As a global leader in wood-based solutions, the company is actively driving the industry’s transition towards sustainability.
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Colombian Furniture Imports Decline in 4M-2023
COLOMBIA – The value of Colombian imports of wooden furniture saw a 21.2 percent decline in the first four months of 2023 (4M-2023).
Colombian Particleboard Imports Down 20.8% in 1Q-2023
COLOMBIA- The value of Colombian particleboard imports (PB / MDP) reached USD 36.02 million in the first quarter of 2023 (1Q-2023), which represented a 20.8 percent drop compared to 1Q-2022 (USD 45.45 million).
Peruvian Furniture Imports Downl 40.1% in 4M-2023
PERU – In the first four months of 2023 (4M-2023) the value of Peruvian imports of wooden furniture was USD 14.14 million, which represented a significant decrease of 40.1 percent compared to the same period of 2022 (4M-2022: USD 23.59 million).
interzum Forum Italy Debuts in June 2024
GERMANY – Koelnmesse recently announced a new biennial event for the furniture manufacturing and interior design industries: interzum forum italy.
Positive Trade Balance of the Spanish Kitchen Furniture Sector in 1Q-2023
SPAIN – The Spanish kitchen furniture sector increases its exports and imports, reaching a favorable balance of EUR 25.55 million in the first quarter of 2023.
Chilean Particleboard Exports Up 6% in 1Q-2023
CHILE – The value of Chilean exports of particleboard (PB/MDP) grew 6.0 percent in the first three months of 2023 (1Q-2023) reaching USD 22.72 million, compared to USD 21.44 million in the same period of 2022.
More than 80,000 Visitors Attend Ligna 2023
GERMANY – Ligna 2023, the main global trade show for woodworking and wood manufacturing, attracted more than 80,000 attendees from May 15-19 in Hanover, Germany.
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