New Report: Global Softwood Timber Outlook – 1. North America
New Report: Global Softwood Timber Outlook – 1. North America By Håkan Ekström, Global Wood Trends (Seattle, USA), and Glen O’Kelly, O’Kelly Acumen (Stockholm, Sweden) North America accounts for roughly one-third of the global softwood supply. On the surface, that scale suggests the region should play a central role in meeting future demand. But a […]
Treated Wooden Poles: A Pillar of South African Marine Construction
Treated Wooden Poles: A Pillar of South African Marine Construction Treated wooden poles have long been a cornerstone of South African marine construction, providing a durable and sustainable solution for docks, piers, and jetties. Their natural resistance to decay and insects, combined with proper treatment, makes them an ideal choice for coastal environments. The Advantages […]
Now on YouTube | Talking Timber: Is Timber Truly Sustainable?
Now on YouTube | Talking Timber: Is Timber Truly Sustainable? Missed the live session? You can now watch the Talking Timber webinar held on 12 March 2026 that explored the case for timber. Leading experts in the forestry sector, Dr David Everard and Prof Ben du Toit, present the facts about forestry and plantations in […]
From Risk to Resilience: Strengthening the Timber Industry Together
From Risk to Resilience: Strengthening the Timber Industry Together It is mind-blowing that we have come to the end of March, with first quarter of 2026 behind, and for those of you with kids in school, the end of Term 1. I suppose we have had many distractions, both locally and globally, with the antics by […]
Webinar Series “Sustainable Forestry Operations for the Bioeconomy”: Sustainable Timber Harvesting Systems and Operations
Webinar Series “Sustainable Forestry Operations for the Bioeconomy”: Sustainable Timber Harvesting Systems and Operations The future of sustainable wood supply lies in addressing the growing gap between demand and supply through a balanced integration of productivity and sustainability. On 13 March 2026, a total of 130 participants from 39 countries joined the webinar on sustainable […]
Small Deviations, Big Impact – Komatsu In The 2025 Timber Value test
Small Deviations, Big Impact – Komatsu In The 2025 Timber Value test Every five to seven years, Skogforsk – the Swedish forestry research institute – carries out its comprehensive Timber Value Test – the forest industry’s most established and independent assessment of how well harvesters preserve timber value. In the 2025 test, several leading machine […]
Timber Frame Wood App Workshop
Timber Frame Wood App Workshop Architects and building professionals are invited to attend a one-day CPD-accredited workshop on Timber Frame Design & Construction, taking place on 25 March 2026 at Stellenbosch University. Hosted by TheWoodApp in partnership with Stellenbosch University, this practical workshop will explore the principles, design considerations and construction practices involved in timber frame building systems. Participants will […]
Ponsse Launches The Intelligent OptiFellingAssist Solution To Enhance Precision, Safety And Productivity In Timber Harvesting
Ponsse Launches The Intelligent OptiFellingAssist Solution To Enhance Precision, Safety And Productivity In Timber Harvesting Ponsse introduces the world’s first felling assistant developed by a forest machine manufacturer. The new OptiFellingAssist enhances harvesting quality and supports operators with intelligent, productivity boosting assistance features. The new solution enables precise and productive felling cuts, reduces equipment wear, and […]
Is Timber Truly Sustainable?
Is Timber Truly Sustainable? Join two of South Africa’s foremost experts, Dr David Everard, Chairperson of the Sustainable African Forestry Assurance Scheme, and Professor Ben du Toit, Associate Professor at Stellenbosch University, for an informative discussion on the sustainability and renewability of timber.Date: Date: 12 March 2026 Time: 13:00-14:30 This webinar will explore the topic […]
Short Survey For Architects And Structural Engineers
Short Survey For Architects And Structural Engineers Ferdinand Hassan, a PhD Candidate at the University of Pretoria and a member of the Talking Timber working group, is conducting a research survey exploring how professionals in South Africa perceive and adopt mass timber construction. The survey seeks input from architects and structural engineers involved in building design, specification, or […]
Expert Guide to Eucalyptus Timber Grades And Classifications
Expert Guide to Eucalyptus Timber Grades And Classifications Uncovering the secrets of eucalyptus timber grades and classifications can be like unravelling a mystery. With the right guidance, however, anyone can become an expert on this fascinating subject. This in-depth guide provides a comprehensive overview of eucalyptus timber, including: Identifying different species Understanding timber grades Establishing […]
The Lifespan of Treated Wooden Poles
The Lifespan of Treated Wooden Poles Wooden poles, when properly treated, have a long and useful lifespan. However, several factors can influence their durability. This article explores the key factors affecting the lifespan of treated wooden poles and offers insights into how to maximize their longevity. Factors Affecting the Lifespan of Treated Wooden Poles Type […]
Pinnacle Systems Automation – Welcome to 2026!
Pinnacle Systems Automation – Welcome to 2026! Pinnacle Systems Automation – Precision. Throughput. Profit. The Pusher Crosscut isn’t just a saw; it’s a high-performance workhorse designed to eliminate the bottlenecks in your mill. By integrating precision servo-actuation with intelligent length optimisation, we’ve built a machine that squeezes every bit of value out of your raw […]
Bookings are OPEN for WoodEX for Africa 2026
Bookings are OPEN for WoodEX for Africa 2026 Johannesburg, South Africa – Visitor registration is now officially open for WoodEX for Africa 2026, taking place from 9–11 June 2026 at the Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg. WoodEX for Africa is Southern Africa’s leading trade exhibition dedicated to the woodworking, timber processing, forestry, furniture manufacturing, machinery, tools and related industries. The event brings […]
Talking Timber Survey – Awareness and Perception of Timber in the Built Environment
Talking Timber Survey – Awareness and Perception of Timber in the Built Environment The Talking Timber team would appreciate a few minutes of your time to complete this brief 8-question survey on Awareness and Perception of Timber in the Built Environment. This survey focuses on how you understand or perceive timber’s sustainability and renewability. Your […]
From Standing Timber to Clean Boards — The New LogPro Sawmills by Nukor
From Standing Timber to Clean Boards — The New LogPro Sawmills by Nukor In forestry and sawmilling, adaptability is everything. Logs aren’t always where the power is — and production doesn’t stop just because conditions change. That’s where the new LogPro portable sawmill range comes into its own. Designed for professionals who need dependable […]
Driving A Rail Revival: How The Forestry Sector Broke New Ground With Transnet And The Competition Commission
Driving A Rail Revival: How The Forestry Sector Broke New Ground With Transnet And The Competition Commission Few sectors rely on rail as profoundly and as historically as Forestry. For more than 30 years, timber moved dependably on the Coal Line, the Pietermaritzburg branch lines, and the NorthSouth Coast Line. But by 2025, the entire […]
A Year to Remember
A Year to Remember A year ago, our sales team was feeling optimistic heading into 2025. Now, looking back, they see that their optimism was warranted. “We were expecting a good year for our South African customers, and that’s what happened,” said Wayne Driemeyer. That, and more. “I didn’t foresee how well we would do this year,” […]
Softwood Lumber Outlook 2030: Turbulence, Trade Shifts, and New Opportunities
Softwood Lumber Outlook 2030: Turbulence, Trade Shifts, and New Opportunities Global outlook 2025-2030 Softwood lumber markets globally are emerging from several years of weak demand and now face new trade restrictions that could dramatically reshape global trade. U.S. import tariffs, a property crisis in China, and war in Europe all add to uncertainty in the […]
Talking Timber Webinar – Membranes, Moisture and Fire Performance
Talking Timber Webinar – Membranes, Moisture and Fire Performance On Thursday, 6 November 2025, we hosted our final Talking Timber webinar of the year, focusing on Membranes, Moisture and Fire Performance in Timber Construction. This session offered a practical, hands-on guide to the use of membranes in timber buildings — covering moisture control, airtightness, and […]
Market report: Europe’s Lumber Market Tightens as Demand Recovers and Supply Constraints Deepen by 2030
Market report: Europe’s Lumber Market Tightens as Demand Recovers and Supply Constraints Deepen by 2030 Europe is a major player in global softwood lumber markets, accounting for about one-third of global production and one-quarter of net exports—second only to Canada. From 2000 to 2024, European lumber output grew slowly at 0.4% per year but still […]
Dolphin Bay Installs Africa’s First Permacure ACQ Plant For Millpres
Dolphin Bay Installs Africa’s First Permacure ACQ Plant For Millpres Dolphin Bay has helped MillPres set up Africa’s first Permacure ACQ (Alkaline Copper Quaternary) plant to treat timber poles for the export market. It’s a new plant for a new business – a string of “firsts” within our industry. MillPres is a partnership between Brondal […]
Join the Best in the Wood Industry
Join the Best in the Wood Industry Taking place from 9 –11 June 2026 at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand, Johannesburg. WoodEX for Africa has, since its launch in 2012, grown into the leading trade exhibition for machinery, tools, forestry, and timber supplies across Southern Africa. With a strong and growing African visitor base, the event has […]
Warm Welcome To Sabie Poles
Warm Welcome To Sabie Poles Sabie Poles is a neighbour to Dolphin Bay, sharing a back fence with our Sabie factory. But it was the two companies’ shared values of honesty, integrity, and loyalty that made Sabie Poles choose to sign up with us recently, explained Marina Daniel, the owner, and chief operating officer. The […]
