Berita industri kayu dari Prancis

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.

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

Project replaces cast-iron Yankee dryer with new-generation steel unit to reduce energy use.

France-first industrial installation replaces part of gas demand with low-carbon electricity since commercial start.

Company commits to modernization and decarbonisation across 50 sites as past five-year spending exceeds Euro 500 million.

The first compact store opened in Limoges at 3,000 m² and a second will open in Le Mans; the format offers more than a quarter of the IKEA range for immediate pick-up and will be located mainly in retail parks.

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

Company completes full acquisition of ASV Packaging and invests over Euro 60 million to boost production capacity and automation.

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

Two biomass units now cover 95% of steam needs at Frouard site, with natural gas reserved for peak demand only.

New Lombardy site will triple annual production capacity to 1.5 million pallets with major industrial investments starting March 2026.

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.

Deal through subsidiary Alterecopack adds 40 employees and custom cardboard pastry box manufacturing.

Targets increased post-press dryness and energy savings through comprehensive machine modernization.

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

EBITDA margin narrows to 17.0% as Congolese operations face 76 days of production shutdowns due to diesel shortage.

Planned to start up by March 2026, this new pivotal project aims to support the area in achieving energy consumption reduction, marking a strong, tangible commitment to a greener future.