The UN’s COP30 summit in Belém has reset expectations for the UK timber industry, demanding hyper-transparent, long-term responsible sourcing.

German sawmills issued a critical warning at the Timber Congress 2025 (Branchentag Holz) regarding an unprecedented shortage of fresh softwood logs.

Estonian forestry giant Lemeks Group is set to boost the European birch plywood market with a major investment in a new state-of-the-art manufacturing plant.

Södra’s carbon capture pilot project at the Värö site in early 2026 aims to explore new business opportunities and strengthen sustainability. The initiative focuses on utilizing biogenic carbon dioxide to drive innovation, efficiency, and new revenue streams in various sectors.

A new report, Strong Roots, by the Woodland Trust, HTA, National Trust, and RHS, warns that the UK’s goal of planting 40,000 hectares of trees annually by 2030

Koskisen, Kesko, and Purkupiha pilot a solution that repurposes waste wood into high-quality particleboard, advancing sustainability goals and supporting the circular economy.

English Woodlands Timber in West Sussex promotes high-quality British and European timber for frames, cladding, and joinery, emphasising sustainability.

BSW Timber supplied UK-grown C16 timber for MAKAR’s affordable home prototype in Inverness, showcasing the benefits of using domestic materials for sustainable, low-carbon construction.

Södra launches its first 70-ton electric wood chip truck (Scania 45R) into regular operation across Blekinge and Småland.

The EcoGun ACE Pro from Dürr is a lightweight, ergonomic low-pressure spray gun with quick color changes, improved spray patterns, and enhanced reliability. Ideal for various industrial applications, it simplifies handling and increases efficiency.