Panels

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  • May 20, 2013 23:07

    U.S.: Softwood and Panel Markets - Week 21, 2013

    While green Douglas Fir was an exception, prices of framing lumber continued to fall across the various species... [more...]

  • May 20, 2013 14:55

    Germany: windows and doors are expected to slightly grow in 2013

    During 2012, the sales of windows in Germany were up by 2.6% as compared with the previous year, reaching 13.2 million window units (1 w.u. = 1.69 m², conventional measure). A volume that can grow by 2.4% during 2013, reaching 13.5 million window units, says the most recent evaluation of four associations in the industry. [more...]

  • May 18, 2013 14:35

    Norbord Inc. shows improved results for 1Q/2013

    Norbord Inc. reported EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization) of $111 million in the first quarter of 2013, a $90 million improvement over the first quarter of 2012 and a $41 million improvement over the prior quarter. North American operations generated EBITDA of $106 million in the first quarter of 2013 versus $14 million and $67 million in the first and fourth quarters of 2012, respectively. [more...]

  • May 17, 2013 09:40

    Interzum 2013: Danzer showcases new products

    Global hardwood and veneer specialist Danzer is presenting new products: Innovative wood surfaces Danzer Linea, Figura und Vintage Style. Improved and economic 3D-Veneerinner layers. Material composites for automotive, furniture or architectural applications.All new productscombine a high quality appearance with industrial usability and affordability. [more...]

  • May 14, 2013 10:25

    SVEZA Group developed a Due Dilligence System

    In conformity with the European Union Timber Regulation (EUTR), which came into force on March 3, 2013, the Sveza company has developed a Due Dilligence System. ”The document was created in conjunction with the international consulting firm GFA Certification GmbH”, Sveza reports. [more...]

  • May 14, 2013 10:08

    1Q/2013: $67 million earnings for West Fraser

    In the current quarter West Fraser generated earnings of $67 million compared to earnings of $20 million in the previous quarter and loss of $19 million in the first quarter of 2012. [more...]

  • May 12, 2013 23:16

    U.S.: Softwood and Panel Markets - Week 20, 2013

    Buyers maintained the upper hand in negotiations with framing lumber suppliers... [more...]

  • May 10, 2013 08:38

    Kronospan to Receive EBRD Financing for OSB and Particleboard Production

    The EBRD is considering providing a two tranche senior loan (EUR 65 million and EUR 35 million) to Kronospan OSB FLLC, Belarus, to finance construction of an oriented strand board (OSB) plant in the Mogilev. A senior syndicated A/B loan of up to EUR 90 million is considered to be provided to Kronospan Bashkortostan LLC in Russia. [more...]

  • May 08, 2013 15:10

    US: Anti-dumping duties to Chinese plywood imports

    The US Department of Commerce decided that Chinese plywood imports are sold at unfair prices. Therefore, a duty between 22,14 percent and 63,96 percent will be applied to all Chinese companies, excepting those who reach the minimum requirements for a fair trade. The imports of hardwood and decorative plywood from China to the US reached $748 million in 2012, representing one third of the overall consumed in the US. [more...]

  • May 08, 2013 15:00

    Parquet: Market Outlook for 2013

    The European Federation of the Parquet Industry (FEP) issued a press release presenting the parameters of the parquet market and the latest economic indicators in Europe. [more...]