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Uniboard Receives USDA Biobased Certification
CANADA – Uniboard , a leading north American wooden panel manufacturer, has become the first North American decorative surfaces manufacturer to receive the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Certified Biobased Product Label for its Medium Density Fiberboard (MDF),...
IKEA Breaks Recruitment Record with 3,730 Applicants for London Store
UNITED KINGDOM – In just five days, Ikea received an overwhelming 3,730 job applications for its highly anticipated Oxford Street (London) store, setting a new record for the company. With 150 positions available, the response marks the largest-ever recruitment effort...
Saviola Wins German Design Award for Second Consecutive Year
ITALY – For the second year in a row, Saviola Group, one of Italy's leading manufacturers of wood-based panels, has won the prestigious German Design Award. Its innovative Mood finish on Ecological Panel claimed the top spot in the "Excellent Product Design - Material...
Siempelkamp and Smartech Unveil Autonomous Production Line Solution
GERMANY – Siempelkamp, in collaboration with Smartech, presented their innovative Prod-IQ SmartPress solution for autonomous production lines at the European Wood-Based Panel Symposium (EPF) in Hamburg and the China International Furniture Machinery & Woodworking...
Georgia-Pacific Invests USD 14 million in Plywood Mill Upgrades
USA – Georgia-Pacific is investing USD 14 million to upgrade its plywood mill in Prosperity, South Carolina, with a focus on enhancing mill operations and improving efficiency. A key element of the project is upgrading the existing boiler, which will increase...
Cantisa Launches Innovative Super Flexible, Waterproof Wood Veneer
SPAIN – Cantisa has unveiled a groundbreaking wood veneer featuring an exclusive polyester coating that enhances flexibility, waterproofing, and durability. This new product is designed to meet the challenges of curved surfaces and high-humidity environments, offering...
Fitecma 2025 with Record Number of Exhibitors
ARGENTINA – Fitecma 2025, the main Argentinian trade show for the wood and furniture industry, has reached a record by selling out its entire exhibition space five months ahead of the event, a milestone that hasn't occurred in the past 10 editions. "In January,...
Ingka and Green14 Colaborate in Sustainable Silicon Production
SWEDEN – Ingka Investments, the investment arm of Ingka Group—the world’s largest Ikea retailer—has committed EUR 2 million to Swedish innovation company Green14, aiming to support more sustainable silicon production and secure critical raw materials for a renewable...
List of Exhibitors for Salone del Mobile.Milano 2025 is Available
ITALY – The exhibitor list for Salone del Mobile.Milano 2025, set to take place from April 8 to 13 at the Milano Rho Fiera, is now available to the public. This resource provides a comprehensive overview of the companies that will be showcasing their work at the...
USA Wooden Furniture Imports Increase 6.6% in 2024
USA – U.S. imports of wooden furniture increased by 6.6% in 2024, reaching a total value of USD 13.5 billion, compared to USD 12.67 billion in 2023. Vietnam remains the largest supplying country, with exports to the U.S. totaling USD 5.54 billion in 2024, marking an...
VDMA Forecasts 15% Decline for Woodworking Machinery in 2024
GERMANY – After a record woodworking machinery production of EUR 4.2 billion in 2023, the VDMA (Machinery and Equipment Manufacturers Association) has revised its 2024 forecast, predicting a 15% decrease, bringing production to EUR 3.6 billion. This marks a downward...
Strategic Partnership Between Sonae Arauco and Gutex for Sustainability
PORTUGAL – Sonae Arauco’s Agepan brand has entered a strategic partnership with Gutex, a leading manufacturer of ecological wood fiber insulation materials based in Germany, to enhance its construction solutions portfolio. Under this collaboration, Gutex will produce...
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Chile’s Wooden Furniture Imports Rise 25.4% in 10M-2024
CHILE - Chile’s wooden furniture imports totaled USD 104.95 million from January to October 2024 (10M-2024), marking a 25.4% increase compared to same period of the previous year. Brazil remained the top supplier country with USD 35.74 million, up 14.8%, followed...
Sindmóveis Partners with NKBA to Boost Global Business
USA - The Furniture Industry Association of Bento Gonçalves, Brazil (Sindmóveis), has joined the NKBA Global Connect initiative as a Strategic Alliance Partner, strengthening connections between the North American and Latin American kitchen and bath industries....
Wood Panel Advances at the 13th European Symposium
GERMANY - The 13th European Wood-Based Panel Symposium, held in Hamburg, Germany, on October 10-11, gathered nearly 400 industry leaders, scientists, and entrepreneurs to discuss the future of formaldehyde emission regulations and innovations in the wood-based panel...
Chile’s Particleboard Exports Up 3.4% in 10M-2024
CHILE - Chile’s exports of particleboard (MDP) showed a modest increase, with total exports rising by 3.4% year-on-year, from USD 90.27 million in 2023 to USD 93.36 million in 2024, according to data from January to October (10M-2024). The growth was primarily driven...
BMWK Funds German Start-Ups at Interzum 2025
GERMANY – The German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action (BMWK) is offering financial support to young, innovative companies, helping them exhibit at interzum 2025 by covering up to 60% of their stand costs. Interzum, taking place from May 20-23,...
Vietnam’s Forest Product Exports Set to Reach Record USD 17.3 Billion in 2024
VIETNAM - In 2024, Vietnam's export turnover of forest products is expected to reach a historic high of USD 17.3 billion, with wood and wood products contributing USD 16.3 billion. The trade surplus from these exports is projected to be USD 14.4 billion. In December...
Sarah Kutulakos Named First FSC Regional Director for North America
USA - The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) is pleased to announce Sarah Kutulakos as the first Regional Director for North America, effective January 1, 2025. This appointment marks a key step in FSC's expansion and reinforces its mission to promote responsible forest...
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