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WhatWood agency is the only Russian consulting company with core specialization in the timber industry analytics. Within five years of timber market research we have provided services to 130 clients in 15 countries from Finland to Canada, from UK to Korea: industrial companies, banks, investors, government agencies, scientific organizations, and individual entrepreneurs. We have unique contact and knowledge base, as well as deep understanding of the regional industry and market in Russia. We give presentations at major industry events and are cited by the main Russian business media. To get in touch with us, please visit the About Us page. You can also browse the catalogue of our products.
WhatWood Agency announces Russian Wood Pellet Market, a monthly price review
August 12, 2020 ` 09:41
In response to the growing market demand for high-quality and up-to-date information, WhatWood Timber Industry Analytics Agency has launched Russian Wood Pellet Market, a monthly price review. «The global market of wood pellets is growing at an average... 
Arauco’s revenue falls 11% in Q3 2025
November 24, 2025 ` 10:57
The revenue of the Chilean forestry company in Q3 2025 amounted to $1.51 billion, down 11% compared to Q3 2024 and 1% below the previous quarter. The company reported a loss of $0.2 million, compared to a profit... 
Metsä Group launches upgraded paper production plant
November 21, 2025 ` 16:09
Metsä Tissue (part of Metsä Group) has launched the expanded and modernized tissue mill in Mariestad, Sweden. The company invested €370 million in the project. The mill’s annual capacity has increased to 145,000 tonnes with the addition of... 
Segezha Group launches production of new plywood for South Korea
November 21, 2025 ` 15:37
Vyatsky Plywood Mill (Kirov, part of Segezha Group) has started producing a new type of birch plywood under the Improved brand for the South Korean market, the company’s press service reported. The product was developed with local quality... 
Russia’s forest industry prepares for a drop in harvest volumes
November 20, 2025 ` 17:13
Russia’s forestry sector is facing a “perfect storm.” Economic and market factors are putting pressure on the industry, raising concerns among companies, and forcing them to operate in survival mode. Medium- and long-term planning has practically lost its... 
Arktik Industri LLC launches production of harvester heads in Arkhangelsk
November 20, 2025 ` 16:15
The manufacturing division of TraktoroDetal Group — Arktik Industri LLC — has launched production of Logger H405 harvester heads, according to the official website of the Presidential Plenipotentiary Envoy to the Far Eastern Federal District. Prototype models have... 
Sveza multiplies production of fuel briquettes in Saint Petersburg
November 19, 2025 ` 18:57
The forestry division of the Sveza Group — Sveza Bioproduct — has upgraded equipment for fuel briquette production at its plywood plant in Saint Petersburg. The investment project amounted to 21 million rubles. After the modernization, briquette output... 
Biolesprom LLC to establish new OSB and sawn timber production facilities in Vologda region
November 19, 2025 ` 18:14
The official portal of the Vologda Region government reported that the wood processing company Biolesprom LLC plans to set up production capacities for 60,000 m³ of OSB boards and 90,000 m³ of sawn timber in the Verkhovazhsky municipal... 
Elit LLC project included in the list of priority investment projects in wood processing
November 19, 2025 ` 16:37
The Russian Ministry of Industry and Trade has included Elit LLC’s project for the modernization of wood processing facilities and the establishment of a chemical-thermomechanical pulp (CTMP) production line in the list of priority investment projects. This was... 
Sveza invests 70 million rubles in modernization of its plant in Perm Krai
November 18, 2025 ` 16:38
The plywood plant of the Sveza forestry group in the town of Uralsky, Perm Krai, invested nearly 70 million rubles in upgrading production facilities and key equipment components in Q3 2025, the company’s press service reported. The funds... 
HS Timber Group completes acquisition of Kurekss SIA
November 6, 2025 ` 16:16
HS Timber Group has completed the acquisition of Kurekss SIA and its subsidiary Kurzemes Granulas SIA following approval from the Latvian competition authority. The transaction amount was not disclosed. Kurekss SIA is one of Latvia’s leading sawn timber... 
ANDRITZ acquires Allen-Sherman-Hoff
November 6, 2025 ` 16:05
International technology group ANDRITZ has acquired U.S.-based Allen-Sherman-Hoff from Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises, Inc. The transaction, the amount of which was not disclosed, is aimed at strengthening ANDRITZ’s position in the boiler service and modernization sector. Allen-Sherman-Hoff specializes... 
Boise Cascade reports 76% decline in net income for Q3 2025
November 6, 2025 ` 16:02
Boise Cascade Company has released its financial results for Q3 2025, reporting a decline in key performance indicators compared to the same period last year. The company’s sales totaled $1.67 billion, down 3% from $1.71 billion in the third... About WhatWood project
WhatWood agency is the only Russian consulting company with core specialization in the timber industry analytics. Within five years of timber market research we have provided services to 130 clients in 15 countries from Finland to Canada, from UK to Korea: industrial companies, banks, investors, government agencies, scientific organizations, and individual entrepreneurs. We have unique contact and knowledge base, as well as deep understanding of the regional industry and market in Russia. We give presentations at major industry events and are cited by the main Russian business media. To get in touch with us, please visit the About Us page. You can also browse the catalogue of our products.
