Brexit Uncertainty Dampens UK Tropical Timber Demand – ITTO European Market Report 31st October 2019

After a reasonable start to the year, UK tropical timber importers report a marked slowdown in business in recent months which they attribute to market nerves surrounding the country’s still unresolved future relationship with the EU.

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Netherlands’ Rising Influence in EU Tropical Timber Trade – ITTO European Market Report 15th October 2019

The Netherlands has traditionally played an important role as a driver of tropical timber demand in the EU. In addition to relatively large timber consumption for water protection works, and a long-term preference for Asian meranti for window frames, the Netherlands acts as a hub for distribution of tropical wood products to other parts of the EU. The Dutch government and private sector have also been influential in development of environmental procurement practices throughout the continent. 

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