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International prize for developing forest economic models

28 April 2023
Darius Adams, professor emeritus in the Oregon State University College of Forestry, is one of three researchers sharing this year’s international Marcus Wallenberg Prize for developing a pair of ground-breaking forest economic models. Source: Timberbiz The annual prize, one of the hi
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Indonesian NGOs dissatisfied with EU deforestation regs

26 April 2023
Some 44 Indonesian NGOs engaged in forest governance issues have signed onto a statement expressing their dissatisfaction with the recently adopted European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). Source: Timberbiz They believe the Regulation cannot prevent and reduce deforestation, gr
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The global forestry trailer market forecast to grow

26 April 2023
The Global Forestry Trailers Market was valued at US$171.3 million in 2022 and is projected to reach US$249.5 million by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 3.5% during the forecast period (2023-2033). Source: Timberbiz The market growth can be attributed to various factors, including the incr
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Young People’s Forest alleviates fears about climate change

26 April 2023
Volunteers who have helped create the UK’s first Young People’s Forest have seen their climate anxiety levels fall, managers have said. Sources: BBC, Woodland Trust The Woodland Trust has planted 250,000 trees on a former open cast coal mine near Heanor, in Derbyshire, in
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Bell’s new range of graders

24 April 2023
Bell Equipment has expanded its product range to include motor graders. With several units running in diversified applications, production has been set to begin as early as Q3 2024. Source: Timberbiz Bell Equipment Product Manager, Warren Swart, said: “Grading applications require a r
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Wood’s chemical fingerprint to find the logging source

24 April 2023
Even though logging is prohibited in many of the world’s threatened forests, that doesn’t stop some companies from logging in those areas anyways, then lying about the origins of the timber. Source: New Atlas Soon, however, such groups may be foiled by the wood’s che
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First electrically driven train transports roundwood to Metsa bioproduct mill

24 April 2023
At 8am on 21 April 2023, VR’s first train with electric locomotive transporting raw wood arrived for test runs at Metsä Group’s Kemi bioproduct mill. This marked a major step in Metsä Group and VR’s long-term cooperation, ensuring the Kemi bioproduct mill’s wood supply by rail. Source
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Palfinger’s new Comfort Drive topseat

21 April 2023
Palfinger’s Comfort Drive lateral topseat focuses on the operator and addresses their specific needs and requirements to handle a tough working day. The result is a well thought-out solution, with an all-round view and an ergonomic control layout to create a future-oriented workplace.
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$250M for US forestry agencies to expand urban and community forestry

21 April 2023
US State Foresters welcomed the announcement from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) that nearly US$250M will be provided to state forestry agencies under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) for the expansion of urban and community forestry programs. Source: Timberbiz Th
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Ponsse to develop more eco-friendly machines after government grant

21 April 2023
Forest machine manufacturer Ponsse and technology company Epec believe that the emissions and environmental impact of mobile work machines can be significantly reduced with new technology. In the field of mobile work machines, there are several development targets towards sustainable
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