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Global statement on biomass welcomed by AFPA

07 February 2022
A new global statement heralding biomass as part of the suite of climate friendly solutions that nations around the world are embracing has been welcomed by the Australian Forest Products Association. Source: Timberbiz The statement, released following COP26, is one of three important
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A mulcher with a big bite

04 February 2022
A new mulcher has come on the market the BL5/EX/VT – BL5/EX/SONIC is for 24-36 ton excavators, mulches vegetation up to 40 cm in diameter and has a working width of 160 cm. Source: Timberbiz This head is ideal for handling and removing vegetation in wooded areas, especially when
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EU embodied carbon focus

04 February 2022
More broadly, the European Commission is for the first time addressing embodied carbon in its regulations, which have great potential to boost demand for wood building products. First, the initial part of the European Union’s rulebook for guiding money toward economic activities class
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Norske Skog sells NZ Nature’s Flame pellets company

04 February 2022
Norske Skog has entered into agreement with Talley’s Group, a New Zealand based dairy, fishing, produce and food company, to sell the Nature’s Flame pellets company for a consideration of approximately NZ$47.8 million. Source: Timberbiz The transaction is expected to close during the
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Industrial log production rising in Indonesia

02 February 2022
The chairman of the Association of Indonesia Forest Concession Holders (APHI), Indroyono Soesilo, has indicated that natural forest wood production reached 6.03 million cu.m in 2021 a growth of 14.4% year-on-year. Source: Tropical Timber Market Report In addition, plantation productio
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Tiltrotators for tracked excavators with seamless integration

02 February 2022
New Cat Tiltrotators (TRS) for tracked excavators seamlessly integrate to the machine, contribute up to 13% more productivity and are easy to operate. The introduction of these models provides a portfolio of TRS for machines from 11 to 30 metric tons. Source: Timberbiz The tiltrotator
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Engineering student aims to Build the Impossible

02 February 2022
A 27-year-old civil engineering student at the University of Waterloo in Ontario, Canada, has caught the attention of mass timber engineering and design professionals in Europe through his design proposition for a seven-storey teaching and lab research facility for engineering student
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Pioneering regs for Sweden and France mandate more wood

31 January 2022
As with any new year, 2022 begins with new laws and regulations. Fortunately for building with wood, Sweden and France have pioneering new regulations that mandate consideration of embodied carbon, referring to the carbon emissions stemming from manufacture, installation, up-keep and
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Resolutely awarded throughout 2021

31 January 2022
Resolute is justifiably proud of the recognition it has received for leadership in corporate social responsibility and sustainable development, as well as for its business practices after scooping 32 awards and distinctions in 2021. Source: Timberbiz INTERNATIONAL BIG Awards for Busin
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National Association of State Foresters survey points to its key roles in the US

31 January 2022
The latest survey by the National Association of State Foresters in the US has found that state forestry agencies continue to play key roles in protecting and enhancing America’s forested landscapes even in the face of modern challenges, including COVID-19, catastrophic wildfire, and
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