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On behalf of American Softwoods, two recent presentations in Semarang and Surabaya, Indonesia, introduced importers and key decision makers to American softwood products. SFPA’s Eric Gee introduced the features and benefits of Southern Pine materials, including treated products. While markets for pressure-treated lumber exist, a better understanding of proper retention levels and recommended preservative types[…]

NZ roundwood log prices jump to a record on demand from construction, horticulture industries – Strong domestic building activity combined with buoyant horticulture and viticulture industries has pushed up the price of roundwood logs to a record reports Wood Week. The average price for roundwood logs rose to $90 a tonne in February, up $5[…]

LIGNA, the focal point and meeting hub for the international wood industry, is just around the corner. The 2017 edition runs from 22 to 26 May in Hannover, Germany, and will feature more than 1,500 exhibitors from 45 nations and attract trade visitors from about 90 nations. Please find more information in the press release[…]

EDITOR’S COMMENT ISSUE 54 DEC 2016 / JAN 2017 A bumpy ride  Office kitchens are all of a sudden overstocked with mince pies and some of the less-dedicated staff members seem to have all of a sudden had their senses dulled over-consumption of mulled wine (you know who you are). It can only mean two[…]

As the rapid growth in timber exports to China is showing no signs of slowing down, the Swedish Forest Industries Federation has predicted a 40% increase in 2016.“Imports of timber products into China has really taken off in recent years, far exceeding our expectations,” said Magnus Niklasson, Market analyst of The Swedish Forest Industries. “The[…]

Don Cooper, The Sales Heretic on “The Myth of Price – Why You Should Charge More and How to Do It.” Cooper is an internationally acclaimed sales expert who helps salespeople, business owners and professionals dramatically increase their sales. His clients include Yamaha, Costco, Nissan Canada, Johnson & Johnson, and Harley-Davidson. John Min PhD, Chief[…]