Brussels-based European Confederation of Woodworking Industries, CEI-Bois has appointed a new board, chairman and vice-chairman for the next two years in line with statutory provisions.

From the 12 board members appointed, Matti Mikkola, senior vice-president business development at Stora Enso Timber was elected as new chairman and Ladislaus Döry, chairman of EPF (European Panel Federation) and spokesperson of the Austrian panel industries, was re-elected as vice-chairman.