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Alberta’s forest sector down 1.3% in 2Q/2015
The value of lumber, pulp and paper, and panels from Alberta’s forest sector totaled $718 million in 2Q/2015, a 1.3% year-on-year decline, according to the Alberta Forest Products Association (AFPA)...
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UK timber sector shows signs of recovery
UK's forestry, wood and wood products sector is picking up after five years of low demand and little expansion, according to the UK Timber Trade Federation Statistical Review.
In particular,...
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IMAL-PAL Group beefs up technology for panel lines
The IMAL-PAL Group has designed and invested in technology for the DynaSteamPress and the Dynasteam. The system injects dry steam into the mat prior to the press, without creating...
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MTCS-certified timber enhances Malaysia’s market competitiveness in Europe
Timber certification plays an instrumental role in enhancing Malaysia’s competitiveness in Europe, contributing to economic growth while safeguarding precious forest resources at the same time, said Yong Teng Koon,...
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FPInnovations and FCBA ink MOU on research collaboration
FPInnovations and the Institut Technologique FCBA (Forêt Cellulose Bois-construction Ameublement), a research institute in France, have signed a memorandum of understanding to develop research partnerships and a framework for...
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World’s tallest timber building officially opens in Bergen
Image: Treet, the world's tallest timber building Treet, the world’s tallest timber building was officially opened on December 11. Standing at approximately 50m tall, the 14-storey residential apartment in Bergen,...
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Swedish Timber Prize winner to be announced on March 9, 2016
The winner of the 12th Swedish Timber Prize will be announced on March 9, 2016. Organised by Swedish Wood, the architecture award -entitled "Träpriset"- is given to any structure...
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SCM Group expands presence in MENA region with new high-tech hub in Dubai
Image: SCM headquarters in Rimini, Italy/ PHOTO CREDIT: SCM GROUP
The SCM Group has expanded its global presence with a new high-tech hub in Dubai. SCM Group Middle East is part of...
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Europe’s forest resources healthy, but climate change may threaten future growth
Europe's forest resources are in a healthy state despite a 60% - 70% harvest from the net annual increment, according to a State of Europe's Forests report. The report...
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PEFC: China recognised for efforts in forest certification
China was applauded for the greatest increase in forest certification by the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) during PEFC Forest Certification Week last week, with an...
