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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.
Demand for newsprint in Europe decreased by 17.3% in September 2020
November 25, 2020 ` 19:42
According to the Euro Graph, in September, 2020, the demand for newsprint in Europe decreased by 17.3% to 336,000 tons, supplies – by 14.8% to 442,000 tons. 
Russia is steadily increasing its saw timber
November 24, 2020 ` 17:24
After dramatic production decline in the period 1992-2002 Russia is steadily increasing its saw timber. It is worth noting once again that the collection of statistical information by Federal State Statistics Service does not cover medium, small and... 
Swiss pellet prices increasing more rapidly in November
November 24, 2020 ` 17:07
The pellet prices in Switzerland increased their upward trend in November. On average, they reach a value of 355.2 CHF / t (+ 0.9%) – after an increase of 0.3% to 351.9 CHF / t in October. Compared... 
Vyatsky Plywood Mill is upgrading production
November 23, 2020 ` 19:07
Segezha Group updated a part of Homag sawing machine at Vyatsky Plywood Mill in Kirov. The total project value was about 2 million rubles. The equipment was delivered and installed by Homag Russland. Upgrading this equipment will make... 
Digitization of forests was completed in the Zabaykalsky Region
November 23, 2020 ` 18:57
Peuru Rus and Roslesinforg completed the analysis of 2 million ha of forests in the region’s central and south-western areas. Today, this program is being tested at Federal Forestry Agency (Rosleskhoz) until November 10. By the end of... 
Alexander Kozlov became Head of the Ministry of Natural Resources of Russia
November 23, 2020 ` 18:51
Russian President Vladimir Putin signed the order on appointing Alexander Kozlov Minister of Natural Resources and Environment. Mr. Kozlov used to be Head of the Ministry for the Development of the Russian Far East and Arctic from 2018.... 
Wood pulp export from Russia grew by 11.2% in January — September 2020
November 20, 2020 ` 18:09
According to data from the Federal Customs Service of Russia, the volume of wood pulp export grew by 11.2% YoY in January — September 2020, reaching 1.697 million tons. In monetary terms, the export reduced by 9.6% YoY,... 
West Fraser Timber to acquire Norbord in all-stock deal valued at $3.1 billion
November 20, 2020 ` 16:20
A $3.1-billion all-stock deal to take over Norbord Inc. will transform West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd. into a “global diversified wood products company,” CEO Ray Ferris said Thursday. Norbord, the world’s largest manufacturer of oriented strand board housing... 
Russian Timber Journal 10-2020: European Union is going to conduct an anti-dumping investigation in relation to birch plywood import from Russia, EU may impose duties; interview with Ilya Korotkov, Director General at Cherepovets Plywood and Furniture Mill; Russia is consistently growing the export of larch sawn timber
November 20, 2020 ` 11:19
Russian Timber Journal 10-2020: the European Commission reported the start of the investigation that will determine whether Russian birch plywood import is subject to dumping and whether the European Union industry was harmed; WhatWood Agency had a conversation... 
Wood pulp production increased by 6.8% in Russia in January-October 2020
November 19, 2020 ` 19:11
According to the data of the Federal State Statistics Service (Rosstat) in January-October 2020, the output of Russian wood pulp grew by 6.8% YoY to 7.3 million tons. Paper and cardboard production increased over the reporting period as... 
Russia reduced the production of wood-based panels in January-October 2020
November 19, 2020 ` 19:01
According to data from the Federal State Statistics Service (Rosstat) in January-October 2020, plywood production in Russia decreased by 5.1% YoY to 3.3 million m³. The output of fiberboard (including MDF/HDF/flooring) decreased as well – by 7.7% YoY... 
German pellets slightly more expensive in November 2020
November 18, 2020 ` 18:44
In November 2020, German pellets became somewhat more expensive on a national average. As the survey by the German Pellet Institute (DEPI) shows, the price for 1 t is € 229.82 if a quantity of 6 t is... 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.
