Profura has repurchased Green Wood Sverige AB, with its two sawmill subsidiaries Bäckebrons Sagverk AB and Balungstrands Sagverk AB, from the Zeigler Group.
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UK’s James Donaldson Timber Expands, Adding a Manufacturing Facility
UK timber supplier James Donaldson Timber has leased a new 110,000-square-foot, purpose-built manufacturing facility in Chorley, UK.
Kronospan Acquires Sawmill in Sebes, Romania, From the Ziegler Group
Kronospan announced the acquisition of ZG Timber’s sawmill in Sebes, Romania, from the Ziegler Group, following the insolvency of Ziegler Holding in 2024.
China Suspends Imports of US Logs
Chinese customs authorities announced the suspension of US log imports effective immediately, the Global Times reported.
Metsä Group Sells Its Wood Supply Business in Latvia to ACA Timber
Metsä Group will sell its wood supply business in Latvia carried out by Metsä Forest Latvia SIA to Latvian company ACA Timber.
Brazilian Exports of Wood-Based Products Decline in January
Brazilian exports of wood-based products (except pulp and paper) decreased 10% in value year-over-year in January, the ITTO reported.
President Trump Orders Investigation Into Lumber and Timber Imports Ahead of Tariffs
Trump ordered the Commerce Department to launch an investigation into the national security harm posed by lumber imports, Bloomberg reported.
Isle of Man Plantation Timber Harvesting to Begin in February
A timber harvesting operation is set to begin this month across Isle of Man plantations, marking a significant step in the island’s commercial forestry activities.
Millari Group Australia to Acquire Juken New Zealand’s Gisborne Facilities
Millari Group Australia has acquired Juken New Zealand’s manufacturing facilities in Gisborne, New Zealand, Australian Rural & Regional News reported.
Södra and Vida Pause Sawmill Production in Sweden as Timber Shortage Drives Up Prices
Södra and Vida will temporarily halt production for a short period this winter due to a timber shortage driving up prices, Skogsaktuellt reported.