Fordaq Weekly Newsletter

?? Welcome to this Week’s Timber Industry Updates

Stay informed with the latest insights and developments shaping the global timber market.

Last week alone:

• 302 new requests were added.
• 1,495 new offers were posted.

2?? Top 10 Product Requests

Here’s what buyers were looking for:

1?? Hardwood Logs: 53 requests

2?? HT Sawn Timber: 50 requests

3?? Firewood, Pellets, and Residues: 40 requests

4?? ST Sawn Timber: 37 requests

5?? Softwood Logs: 29 requests

6?? Woodworking Machinery: 11 requests

7?? Packaging Timber: 10 requests

8?? Solid Wood Panels: 9 requests

9?? Pallets and Packaging: 8 requests

?? Plywood: 7 requests

3?? Top 10 Product Offers

These were the leading products available:

1?? Woodworking Machinery: 221 offers

2?? HT Sawn Timber: 140 offers

3?? Firewood, Pellets, and Residues: 122 offers

4?? ST Sawn Timber: 87 offers

5?? Jobs & Training: 77 offers

6?? Hardwood Logs: 74 offers

7?? Plywood: 73 offers

8?? Mouldings & Profiled Timber: 67 offers

9?? Engineered Wood Flooring: 60 offers

?? Hardware and Accessories: 56 offers

4?? Global Membership Growth

• 348 new registrations last week
• Top 5 Countries:
• 1?? India: 59 registrations
• 2?? Hungary: 51 registrations
• 3?? France: 17 registrations
• 4?? Poland: 16 registrations
• 5?? Ghana: 11 registrations

5?? Premium Member Highlights

Last week, we welcomed 45 new premium members, including:

• Bronze International: 17
• Silver International + Local Germany: 5
• Silver International + Russia: 3
• Bronze International + Local Italy: 3
• Bronze Buyer International: 3

1?? Rayonier Reports Q4 2024 Results

Rayonier has delivered robust Q4 financial results, showcasing resilience despite global market fluctuations.

• ?? Revenue growth highlights the continued demand for sustainable timber products.
• ?? Focus on innovation and operational efficiency remains a priority.
• 1?? Market Overview

• Active Requests: 5,379
• Active Offers: 21,323

?? Read the full report here: Rayonier Q4 Results

2?? EPAL Pallet Prices Surge in Italy

The price of EPAL pallets in Italy has seen a notable rise as demand for sustainable packaging solutions increases.

• ?? Key drivers: Growing e-commerce and logistics demands.
• ?? Pallets remain a critical component in supply chain efficiency.

?? Full details: EPAL Pallet Prices in Italy

3?? Malaysian Timber Industry Faces Challenges

Malaysia's timber industry struggles with reduced global demand and rising operational costs.

• ?? Exports impacted by changing global market dynamics.
• ?? Strategies for innovation and sustainability could offer a path forward.

?? Explore the report: Malaysian Timber Industry

4?? Exclusive Timber Listings

Looking to buy or sell timber? Don’t miss our curated product offerings:

• ?? Premium firewood for immediate shipping.
• ?? High-quality softwood logs and sawn timber available.
• ?? Customizable pallet solutions to meet your needs.

?? Browse listings: Fordaq Timber Listings

Why Fordaq?

With over 92,000 members, Fordaq connects global buyers and sellers, driving innovation and sustainability in the timber industry.

?? Are you ready to expand your timber business? Join the conversation and discover unparalleled opportunities in the global timber market.

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