Press Releases
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Unilin Panels in Oostrozebeke is committing more than €100 million to advanced next-generation technology upgrades
Investing when others wait It is no coincidence that Unilin is launching such an ambitious project at a time when European industry is under pressure. President Unilin Panels Bert Vandenkendelaere explains: “This is not an investment for the next two…
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JELD-WEN UK Announces Operational Shift to New Sheffield Facility
JELD-WEN UK has announced plans to transition its Sheffield operations to a new, purpose-built facility at Bessemer Park, marking a significant step in the company’s operational development. The move follows the securing of the lease for the site and forms…
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British Woodworking Federation calls for entries as it builds on record-breaking awards year
Entries are now officially open for the British Woodworking Federation (BWF) Awards 2026, the flagship annual celebration of the individuals, skills, projects and manufacturing excellence that have propelled the woodworking and joinery sector forward over the past 12 months. Marking its 18th year and building on the success of…
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Expert shares 5 practical ways to improve sustainability in the timber industry
Sustainability continues to become a greater priority across the construction and manufacturing sectors, with the timber industry improving their working models with this goal. While responsibly sourced materials are important, adopting more sustainable working practices throughout the production process is…
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Two Centuries of Trade Expertise. Now Available at 3am
The North West builders’ merchant has launched Otis, a fully autonomous AI agent developed in partnership with Optiflow Technologies and now live on the company’s ecommerce platform at beesleyandfildes.co.uk. Otis is not a chatbot. It reasons across multiple steps to…
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Grown in Britain launches UK’s first certification scheme for biogenic stored carbon in the built environment
Grown in Britain today announces the launch of the Biogenic Stored Carbon Quotient (BSCQ), the UK’s first certification scheme to quantify and independently verify the long-term carbon stored in buildings using timber and other biogenic materials. The scheme has been…
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Hottest May day for 80 years sparks Actis reminder that certain insulations can reflect heat
With the UK experiencing its hottest day in May for more than 80 years this Bank Holiday weekend, insulation specialist Actis is repeating its reminder that some insulations reflect heat, keeping buildings cool, while others make homes unbearably hot. England,…
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UPM-Kymmene’s Board has approved the demerger of its Plywood business into a new listed company
UPM-Kymmene Corporation (“UPM”, the “Company”) announced on September 23, 2025, a strategic review of the UPM Plywood business area to assess options for maximizing its long-term potential in an evolving market environment. UPM’s Board of Directors has today approved a…
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Woodsafe Group acquires Munktorps Träförädling AB from Optimera Sverige AB
Woodsafe Group has signed an agreement to acquire 100 percent of the shares in Munktorps Träförädling AB from Optimera Sverige AB. The acquisition is a strategic step in Woodsafe Group’s long-term investment in wood processing, industrial production, and sustainable wood-based…
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Howdens opens new depots in Athlone and Wexford, as company continues expansion in ROI
Leading trade kitchen supplier Howdens has opened the doors to new depots in Wexford and Athlone in the Republic of Ireland, bringing its depot network to 18 in the region. The company intends to open three more depots in ROI…
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