Interfor will indefinitely curtail operations at its Nairn Centre and Gogama sawmills in Ontario, citing weak markets and US trade pressures, Northern Ontario Business reported.
News in lumber
West Fraser Provides Update on Mill Operations
West Fraser resumed Blue Ridge operations, started up its new Henderson mill, and will close its High Level OSB facility by the end of April.
Mirax Group Acquires Former Errington Cedar Sawmill in BC
Mirax Group has acquired the former Errington Cedar Sawmill in BC and plans to restart operations, expanding its coastal manufacturing capacity.
US Dept. of Commerce Releases Preliminary Antidumping Determination in Seventh Administrative Review of Canadian Softwood Lumber Products
Preliminary determinations do not have any impact on current duties or cash deposit rates.
US Dept. of Commerce Releases Preliminary Countervailing Determination in Seventh Administrative Review of Canadian Softwood Lumber Products
Preliminary determinations do not have any impact on current duties or cash deposit rates.
Fire Destroys Timberlyne Kiln Drying and Storage Facility in Cass, MN
A fire destroyed Timberlyne’s kiln drying and storage facility in Cass, Minnesota, with the structure deemed a total loss, Bring Me The News reported.
New South Lumber Invests in New Continuous Dry Kiln at Its Mobile, AL, Sawmill
New South Lumber plans a $10.5 million continuous dry kiln investment at its Mobile, Alabama, sawmill, Business Alabama reported.
Canadian Sawmill Production and Shipments Increase in January
Canadian sawmill production rose 16.2% in January, while shipments increased 13.5%.
USDA Approves $7.6 Million Loan to Restart Virginia Sawmill
USDA approved a $7.6 million loan guarantee to help restart Pine Products sawmill in Martinsville, Virginia, WSET reported.
USDA Awards $115.2 Million to Expand Timber Production Across Eight States
USDA is guaranteeing $115.2 million in loans to expand timber production and sawmill capacity across eight states, aiming to reduce wildfire risk and support rural economies.