Wood Industry News from Latvia

Project could generate 0.5% of Latvia's GDP and reduce emissions by 6%.

Greenhouse to enable controlled pollination for genetically improved birch seed, opening September 2026.

Fully automated facility with AI and robotics produces more than 4.5 million square metres of Sonablock acoustic panels annually.

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.

The project is intended to improve wood-use efficiency, raise productivity, and expand development of plywood products, including large-format plywood, for international markets and the EU.

New 4,036 m2 facility to increase product value by up to 70% and add lamination and precision machining capabilities.

Expanded Riga site becomes operational with advanced technology and energy-efficient storage.

Sastamala facility to add new peeling line and AI technology, with operations set for early 2027.

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

Transaction with Ingka Investments finalised after competition review in Latvia and Estonia.

A new 50-litre reactor enables stable small scale manufacturing of birch wood extract for high added value applications.

Finland holds 33% share of Egypt’s lumber imports, followed by Russia with 26% and Sweden with 22%, based on data from Lesprom Analytics.

Forest portfolio in Latvia and Lithuania holds FSC certification following decade of sustainable management.

Czech Republic leads with 47% share, Spain’s imports grow over fourfold.

Purchase includes Kurzemes Granulas SIA and expands the Group's sustainable sawmill operations in the Baltics.

New Norupe facility will create 250 jobs and export high-value birch plywood to more than 60 countries.