Wood Industry News from Germany

New Freiburg-based company targets retail chains with private label tissue products, aiming to triple sales by 2028.

German pulp mill's 360,000-tonne NBSK production halted for four-week period.

The project will develop and pilot tools for recycled material uptake, reuse and take-back models, integration of agricultural residues and improved traceability across eight European countries.

Price adjustment applies to uncoated woodfree specialty papers across all product segments.

The companies ended their 20-year cooperation amicably and will complete ongoing projects together.

The primary woodworking machinery sector has been hit harder by the downturn than the secondary segment that supplies machinery for further processing.

External logistics partner's performance at new Meppen facility causes delays, higher costs, and reduced delivery precision.

A continuous line with a new press, an emission-control system and a digital platform will replace three older presses and is scheduled to enter production in summer 2027.

The Normandy site will separate acceptable material, coarse material, and foreign material to reduce stones, seeds, and minerals that have raised saw wear and caused coating stains.

The U.S. posts the steepest decline among the largest softwood lumber import markets, followed by Germany and China, while supplier volumes fall most for Canada, Russia, and Austria.

Official statistics show a small export gain but a sharper domestic decline, while higher energy and input costs add pressure alongside U.S. tariff policy, rising imports, weak consumer spending, and slow housing construction.

Crystallization system targets extended recovery boiler maintenance intervals beyond 24 months.

Program pairs one-on-one meetings and showrooms with conferences focused on project-driven contract work, digital sales tools, and sustainable materials.

Modernization targets wider containerboard grade portfolio and basis weight range.

Joint venture partners since 1990's now unite as Saica gains Thimm's Germany and Eastern Europe footprint.

Industrial-scale system reintegrates recycled fibers into decorative panel production without quality loss.

Acquisition includes three facilities with Euro 74 million in annual sales and 350 employees.

The company plans to operate a 13-meter CPS+ continuous press line at its El Eulma site.

Temporary cost increases from higher energy consumption and rising transport costs weigh on first-quarter results.

Variable-speed pump turbines planned to boost grid-stabilization and flexible storage capacity at the Swiss site

Press concept eliminates open draw threading to improve web runnability and reduce mechanical stress on components

New entity rebrands as WEPA Professional France as company retains all four local production sites.

Price adjustment effective 1 May 2026 follows cost increases in pulp, chemicals, energy and freight.

New operator moves into connected facility at PW05 site to complete on-site value chain.

Existing plants post stable performance with adjusted EBITDA of Euro 27.2 million, slightly down from prior year due to higher material costs.

Service business remains stable as timber house construction orders reach new record, including largest order to date.

German papermaker introduces temporary energy surcharge amid rising raw material costs.

Worldwide increase effective 1 April 2026 follows rising costs for pulp, chemicals and freight.

Transformation 2027 programme shifts manufacturing to Illertissen and Tauberbischofsheim as company adapts to new capacity levels.

Initiative replaces thermal disposal with material recycling for used press felts and forming fabrics.

Kitchen furniture shipments drop 17% to Euro 41.5 million as tariff policy raises prices and uncertainty.

New Birmingham headquarters and Warrington warehouse aim to cut delivery times for UK customers.

The industry cites U.S. import tariffs as a factor behind weaker U.S. exports and higher import pressure in Germany.

Regional wood shortage and high Swedish prices drive Norway’s export growth.

Planned acquisition expands WEPA's European network to 15 sites, pending regulatory approval.

Export value decreases 10.1% to $20.8 billion as average price falls 12.4% to $43.2 per piece.

The wood fibre insulation manufacturer reports preliminary revenues of Euro 382.9 million for the 2025 financial year.

Preliminary November figures show weak European and US demand drive sales below previous outlook.

Michael Knüppel transitions to Senior Executive Advisor after increasing net sales by 25% since 2021.

The world's first commercial-scale wood-to-chemicals plant targets 220,000-tonne annual output upon full operation.

The shutdown, affecting 189 employees, follows concluded arbitration and will take effect 31 December 2025.

The 52-day project increases production capacity by at least 15% through new forming and pressing technology.

Review aims to strengthen competitiveness and digital business in face of market challenges, particularly in Germany.

Industry welcomes delay and revision of EU deforestation regulation, plans joint trade fair appearances in the U.S., UK, UAE, and China for 2026.

The new facility in Indralaya will feature a complete CEBRO particleboard and Super PB line, including MAIER flaking and milling systems, with commissioning planned for late 2026.

Joint venture with Power Packaging adds Euro 4 million in annual revenue and expertise in complex, customised solutions.

New facility in North Rhine-Westphalia employs over 200 people and features automated warehouses and on-site energy systems.

Exports to Switzerland, Italy, and Spain rise as tariff conflicts weigh on U.S. business and boost imports from Asia.

Order intake falls 9% as trade policy turbulence causes customers to postpone investments, while timber house construction sector grows.

Integrated unit Bellmer Cellwood operates with subsidiaries in Germany, Canada and China.

New marketing lead assumes role on 1 November 2025 after serving as deputy and previously working for a B2B marketing agency.

Modernization targets increased production capacity and consistent paper quality at high speeds

Production consolidates on specialty papers after consultation concludes on four machines and finishing unit.

Organization blocks four certificate holders in birch plywood verification, prepares membership vote on volume tracking.

Sawmills extend contracts early through January 2026 amid tight supply and coordinated forest sales

Plywood, decking, and door frames reach Netherlands, Belgium, and Germany from natural forests in Borneo.

Facility to combine straw fibers with wastepaper to reduce virgin wood fiber use.

The line now produces 100% plastic-free, biodegradable CP wipes with a yearly capacity of about 20,000 tons.

Despite the challenging market situation and burdening one-time effects, revenues increased to Euro 195.0 million (previous year: Euro 186.3 million).

German furniture exports to the US reach Euro 250 million, making it the industry's 10th-largest market.