Polish Economic Chamber of Wood Industry released its analysis of anticipated timber sales conducted by Poland’s state forests for the first and second halves of 2025.
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UPM Plywood to Start Change Negotiations in Finland
UPM Plywood plans to improve the efficiency and profitability of its operations and will start change negotiations in Finland.
Southern Pine Lumber Exports Rise 4.7% in February
Southern pine exports (both treated and untreated) in February were up 4.7% to 40.8 MMBF but remained 15% lower year-over-year, the USDA and SFPA reported.
BTG Pactual TIG Marks Major Milestone in Latin America Reforestation Strategy
BTG Pactual Timberland Investment Group and Conservation International have reached a significant milestone in their Latin American reforestation strategy.
Stora Enso Receives Approval for Junnikkala Acquisition
Finland has approved Stora Enso’s acquisition of Junnikkala, a Finnish producer of sawn timber and processed wood products.
Swedish Forestry Industry Facing Challenging Times
Swedish forestry companies have had a tougher start to 2025 than expected, according to High North News, citing a report from the Swedish Forest Industries Federation.
Labor Dispute at UPM Plywood Mills in Finland Continues as Union Rejects Latest Offer
The labor dispute between UPM Plywood in Finland and the Industrial Union remains unresolved, and the strike at UPM’s Finnish plywood mills will continue.
Brazilian Exports of Wood-Based Products Decrease in February
Brazilian exports of wood-based products (excluding pulp and paper) totaled $278.6 million in February, down 8.5% year-over-year, the ITTO reported.
EU Launches First Countermeasures in Response to US Metals Tariffs
The EU will launch its first countermeasures next week in response to US tariffs, joining China and Canada in escalating the global trade conflict, Reuters reported.
Wildfires in Scotland Strain Fire Service Budgets
Firefighters in Scotland are continuing to tackle a wildfire that has spread over a large area of forest in Scotland, The Guardian reported.