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Metro-Ply Orders New MDF Line from Siempelkamp
THAILAND – Metro-Ply Group, a leading producer of wood-based panels in Southeast Asia, has ordered its sixth wooden panel line from Siempelkamp Group for its Surat Thani facility in Thailand. This new MDF line, featuring the advanced ContiRoll Generation 9i press, is...
Record-Breaking Attendance at the 13th European Wood-Based Panel Symposium
GERMANY - The 13th European Wood-Based Panel Symposium, held from October 9-11 in Hamburg, welcomed a record number of delegates from over 30 countries, according to the European Panel Federation (EPF). This biennial event gathered experts, researchers, and industry...
Colombian Particleboard Imports Up 22% in 8M-2024
COLOMBIA - From January to August 2024 (8M-2024), Colombia's imports of particleboard / MDP totaled USD 114.12 million, reflecting a notable increase of 22% compared to USD 93.53 million in the same period of 2023. In terms of volume, Colombian imports of...
Latin America’s Wooden Furniture Imports Up by 34% in 6M-2024
COLOMBIA - In the first half of 2024, wooden furniture imports in Latin America reached a total of USD 368.49 million, marking a significant growth of 34% compared to USD 274.97 million in the same period of 2023. Mexico led the region with the highest import value at...
Unilin Invests EUR 20 Million to Initiate Industrial MDF Recycling
BELGIUM - Unilin is investing EUR 20 million to launch industrial-scale MDF recycling at its Bazeilles, France, facility. Previously, MDF items like decorative panels and flooring were incinerated due to the glue binding the wood fibers, which posed a recycling...
Hawa Sliding Solutions Expands with Klein Acquisition
SWITZERLAND - On October 15, 2024, Hawa Sliding Solutions AG acquired the Klein group, headquartered in Barcelona, Spain. Both companies are leaders in the sliding door solutions market, and this acquisition strengthens Hawa's global position. Founded in 1931, Klein...
Egger Plans Major Investment for New Plant in Germany
AUSTRIA - The Egger Group, headquartered in St. Johann in Tirol, Austria, is embarking on significant investment plans for its new plant in Markt Bibart, Germany, which became part of the group in November 2023. With over EUR 200 million allocated for projects by...
Aglomerados Cotopaxi Boosts Energy Autonomy with New Generators
ECUADOR - In response to energy challenges in Ecuador, Aglomerados Cotopaxi has implemented an advanced self-generation system that covers 45% of its daily power needs, enhancing operational continuity and sustainability. In July, the company imported state-of-the-art...
More Than 93% of interzum 2025 is Booked
GERMANY - Interzum 2025 is already over 93% booked, emphasizing its status as the premier trade fair for furniture production and interior design. Scheduled to take place from May 20-23 in Cologne, this year’s event is witnessing robust international demand, with...
Ingka Group Completes Full Acquisition of Ikano Bank AB
NETHERLANDS - Ingka Group, the largest retailer of Ikea, has successfully completed the full acquisition of Ikano Bank AB after receiving all necessary regulatory approvals. This acquisition makes Ingka Group the sole owner of Ikano Bank, allowing it to enhance its...
Madecentro Announces Exclusive Alliance with Kronospan
COLOMBIA - Madecentro, a leading company in Colombia's wood and furniture industry, has announced an alliance with Kronospan, the top global manufacturer of melamine boards. Starting October 22, Kronospan's products will be exclusively available at Madecentro's 222...
Brazil: MDF/HDF production capacity exceeds 8 million cubic meters
BRAZIL - In 2023, Brazil's installed production capacity for medium-density fiberboard (MDF) and high-density fiberboard (HDF) reached a total of 8,055,000 cubic meters across 22 production lines. This capacity underscores Brazil's importance in the global wood-based...
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Colombian Wooden Furniture Exports Up 4.1% in 7M-2024
COLOMBIA - Colombia's wooden furniture exports have shown a slight increase from January to July 2024, rising by 4.1% to reach USD 34.99 million compared to USD 33.62 million during the same period in 2023. This growth is attributed to notable increases in exports to...
German Furniture Industry Sales Decline by Nearly 10% in 6M-2024
GERMANY - The German furniture industry saw a significant drop in sales in the first half of 2024, falling by 9.7 percent to EUR 8.3 billion. This decline is mainly due to consumer reluctance influenced by rising energy and food prices and political uncertainty. Jan...
Latin America’s Wooden Furniture Exports Dip 5.5% in 6M-2024
COLOMBIA - In the first half of 2024, Latin America's wooden furniture exports experienced a decline of 5.5% compared to the same period in 2023, totaling USD 759.3 million. This downturn reflects varied performances across the region, with some countries seeing...
Eco-Friendly Building Materials are Transforming Ecuador’s Construction Sector
ECUADOR - The construction industry is a major environmental contributor globally, accounting for about 39% of CO2 emissions, primarily due to material manufacturing like cement. However, the shift towards sustainable practices is gaining momentum. Daniel Sotalin,...
China’s Wooden Furniture Exports Surge 24% in 7M-2024
USA - According to Lesprom Analytics, China’s wood furniture exports saw a significant 24% increase in the first seven months of 2024, reaching 256 million pieces. This boost led to a 9% rise in export value, totaling USD 13.4 billion. Despite this growth, the average...
TF Bern Innovates Carpentry Training with Digital Solutions
SWITZERLAND - Technische Fachschule Bern (TF Bern), founded in 1888 in Switzerland, is renowned for blending technical training with real-world production. With 650 trainee spaces, TF Bern offers hands-on experience by creating custom furniture and interior fittings....
FSC and Aglomerados Cotopaxi Highlight Ecuador’s Leadership in Sustainable Forest Management
ECUADOR - Aglomerados Cotopaxi, one of Ecuador's leading forest products companies , recently hosted a significant discussion in partnership with FSC Ecuador to highlight the country’s pivotal role in sustainable forest management. Ecuador’s extensive forest coverage,...
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