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Surteco Shuts Down Dakor Due to Market Conditions
GERMANY – Surteco Group SE has announced the closure of its subsidiary, Dakor Melamin Imprägnierungen GmbH (Dakor), located in Heroldstatt. The production of high-quality melamine impregnates for the furniture and interior design industries will cease on May 30, 2025....
Timberlab Breaks Ground on Major CLT Facility in Oregon
USA – Timberlab Inc. , a subsidiary of Swinerton, has partnered with Swinerton Builders, Lindgren Development, Lever Architecture, and other stakeholders to build a 17,600 square meter cross-laminated timber (CLT) manufacturing facility in Millersburg, OR. This site...
Martijn Huisman Takes on Chief Marketing Officer Role at Interprint
GERMANY - Interprint, the global leader in printed decorative papers, has announced the appointment of Martijn Huisman as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) and member of the Group Management Board, effective July 1, 2025. In this newly created role, Huisman will be...
China Launches USD 138 billion Venture Fund for Robotics and AI
CHINA – China’s National Development and Reform Commission has announced the creation of a state-backed venture capital fund focused on robotics, AI, and cutting-edge innovations. The long-term fund, aiming to raise nearly USD 138 billion over 20 years, will draw...
CSIL Releases North American Kitchen Furniture Market Report
ITALY – CSIL has released the updated edition of its Research Report on the Kitchen Furniture Market in North America, covering the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. With a market valued at over USD 20 billion, North America accounts for over a third of global demand. Despite...
Interzum 2025 to Focus on Circular and Biobased Solutions
GERMANY – In less than two months, interzum 2025 will take place in Cologne from May 20 to 23, bringing together global suppliers from the furniture and interior design industries. With preparations in full swing and strong registration numbers, the event reaffirms...
Deutsche Messe Introduces Free Public Transport for Ligna 2025
GERMANY – Travel to Ligna 2025 fairgrounds free of charge and CO₂-neutral within the greater Hanover area, thanks to the new Climate Ticket, available from March 21, 2025. Deutsche Messe, in collaboration with the ÜSTRA network, is making a significant move toward...
Koskisen Enhances Production with AI in Partnership with Raute
FINLAND – Koskisen, a Finnish leader in wood processing, is advancing its production with AI-driven technology, enhancing its high-quality products such as sawn timber, plywood, and chipboard. In 2023, the company reported a turnover of EUR 271 million, underscoring...
Sodimac Opens New Store in Peru
PERU – Sodimac continues its expansion in Peru with the opening of a new store in Chacarilla, Lima, solidifying its leadership in home improvement and construction solutions. The store, located at Av. Caminos del Inca 100, spans 3,624 m² and has created over 130 jobs,...
KCD Software Acquires CADCode Systems to Enhance CNC Solutions
USA – KCD Software, a leading provider of software solutions for custom cabinet and closet professionals, has announced its acquisition of CADCode Systems, a developer of advanced CNC machining software. This move strengthens KCD Software’s portfolio and reaffirms its...
Hettich Group Reports Strong 2024 Growth
GERMANY – The Hettich Group, a leading manufacturer of furniture fittings headquartered in Kirchlengern, Germany, reported sales of EUR 1.4 billion in 2024, a 12% increase from the previous year, following its merger with FGV. International sales accounted for 80% of...
European Woodworking Machinery Set for Recovery
GERMANY – Markus Hüllmann, Chairman of the VDMA Woodworking Machinery Association, provided an optimistic outlook for the woodworking machinery sector at the press preview for Ligna 2025. Despite economic challenges and global competition, Hüllmann believes European...
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New Furniture Testing Lab Opens in Guadalajara
MEXICO – SGS has launched a state-of-the-art furniture testing lab in Guadalajara, Mexico, expanding its capacity for consumer product testing in the region.
Ravensberger Holz and Homag Achieve Significant Automation Advancement
GERMANY – Ravensberger Holz GmbH in Bielefeld, Germany, has achieved a significant milestone with the installation of a CNC drilling and routing center featuring robotic handling, marking a major advance in automation and digitalization in the wooden panel processing industry.
Metsä Group and Andritz Start Pioneering CO2 Capture Research
FINLAND – Metsä Group is collaborating with the technology company Andritz to explore integrating carbon capture into its bioproduct mill, potentially pioneering a global first.
Strong Booking Status for LIGNA’s 2025 Edition
GERMANY – At the end of May 2024, Deutsche Messe AG and the VDMA Woodworking Machinery Association reported excellent booking status for LIGNA 2025.
Colombian Imports of Decor Paper Increase 18.6% in 1Q-2024
COLOMBIA – The value of Colombian imports of decorative papers for panel surfaces and decorative laminates reached USD 4.20 million in 1Q-2024.
German furniture Exports Down by Almost 9% in 1Q-2024
GERMANY – In the first quarter of this year, the German furniture industry saw a decline in its export business. According to preliminary data from the Federal Statistical Office, furniture exports fell by nearly 9 percent to approximately EUR 2 billion.
Interzum Forum Italy Attracts 200 Exhibitors from 23 Nations
ITALY – The premiere interzum forum italy will take place in Bergamo on June 6-7, 2024, with the participation of 200 exhibitors from 23 countries and more than 30 conferences with 60 speakers from Italy and around the world.
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