All articles by Stephen Powney
Stephen Powney
Rougier H1 revenues impacted by global market challenges and logistical disruptions
Leading African plywood and timber producer Rougier has reported an 18.6% decrease in revenues for H1, 2025 to €38.7m and EBITDA of €6.6m (2024 H1: €8.7m).
West Fraser posts Q3 earnings
International wood-based panels giant West Fraser has reported adjusted earnings (EBITDA) of US$(144m) for the third quarter (Q2 2025: US$84m).
Wanhua Group orders 9 PressBoosters Generation 4 from Sunds Fibertech
Wanhua Group has placed an order with Sunds Fibertech for 9 PressBoosters Generation 4, with the first three to be delivered in December 2025.
Steico reports solid earnings despite slower market recovery
Wood fibre insulation and engineered wood products manufacturer Steico has reported solid earnings for the first nine months of 2025.
Pfleiderer expands into Singapore and Greater China
German wood-based panels manufacturer Pfleiderer has announced the establishment of its direct presence in Singapore and Greater China.
Profitability of UK wood-based panels producers declines amid challenging economic conditions
Profitability of UK wood-based panels producers declines amid challenging economic conditions
Modified wood maker Accsys Technologies reports strong trading
Accsys, the maker of Accoya modified wood and Tricoya wood elements, has reported a 4% growth in revenue to €60.4m for the five months ended August 31, 2025.
Nankai acquires French plywood producer Joubert Group
Japan’s Nankai Plywood Co Ltd has completed a transaction to acquire French plywood producer Joubert Group.
UPM initiates a strategic review of UPM Plywood
UPM-Kymmene Corporation’s Board of Directors has decided to initiate a strategic review of UPM Plywood to assess options for maximizing the long-term potential of the Plywood business in an evolving market environment.
Egger “defies” markets with solid financial results
Egger Group has reported a 9.7% growth in EBITDA to €541.3m for the 2024/25 financial year, despite challenging markets.