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Participants at the Japan Lumber Importers’ Association
(JLIA) meeting noted that Japan’s imports of Russian logs
dropped by almost 40% since the start of the year, when
compared to the same period in 2007...... [more...]
Sales of new single-family homes declined 5.3 percent in October to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 433,000, the U.S. Commerce Department reported November 26...... [more...]
The WRQ Global Conifer Sawlog Price, based on sawlog prices in 19 key
regions worldwide, fell six percent this quarter as lumber markets weakened in
both North America and Europe. In the 3Q, the Index was US$85.92/m3, the
lowest since 1Q/07...... [more...]
NAHBGreen verification is now available for modular homes, bringing the green building certification process to the industry that produces a fifth of the nation's housing stock...... [more...]
Metso, in partnership with UPM and the University of Oulu, is launching a technology program in Kajaani, Finland, to develop measuring and control solutions for the renewing chemical wood processing industry...... [more...]
10,710 new homes were built in Switzerland in the 2nd quarter 2008. Compared to a year earlier, this represents an increase of almost 6 percent. At the end of June 2008, 60,570 homes were under construction, which in annual comparison amounts to a 2 percent drop. From April to June, the number of homes with planning permission rose by almost 7 percent to 13,150 dwellings...... [more...]
Lower economic growth, weakening residential construction and slower development of non-residential construction will soon bring about a sharp slowdown in the growth of the roofing materials market in Poland. A more abundant supply and increased competition are likely to reduce the prices of roofing products...... [more...]
Japan Lumber Journal reported that prices held firm and
the balance of demand did not change for plywood in
October, despite recent news that a major lumber
manufacturer had shut its doors...... [more...]
The business park at the UPM Kajaani mill premises will expand. UPM has signed new agreements with companies to be located in the premises. According to the letters of intent signed so far, the estimated number of people to be employed will be some 75-130 persons. Negotiations with several companies interested in Kajaani business park will continue...... [more...]