Timber & Technology Webinars and Podcast by Timber Exchange

In this episode of our Global Timber Market Webinar Series, we discussed New Zealand’s Timber Market Outlook with Mr David Turner, Executive Director of SEQUAL. Moderated by Mr. Amir Rashad, CEO of Timber Exchange, this webinar featured a thorough understanding of the New Zealand Lumber Market and the complex implications it has on the global scene. Here's a sneak peek at some of the key points that were covered: - The production outlook of New Zealand - The balance between domestic and export sales - SEQUAL’s export volumes and market competition - How does the current market condition affect production/exports - The sustainability initiatives undertaken by SEQUAL in recent years - The outlook for 2024 And much more! **Followed by an exclusive Q&A session with the audience** Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/webinar-details/new-zealand-timber-market-outlook-with-david-turner

In this episode of our Global Timber Market Webinar Series, we discussed "Japan Timber Market Outlook” with Takahiro Nishida, Branch Manager of Keitele Group. Moderated by Mr. Amir Rashad, CEO of Timber Exchange, this webinar featured valuable insights and expertise on the Japan Timber Market Outlook. Here's a sneak peek at some of the key points that were covered: -How the Japanese timber market works and what it requires -The current trends and outlook for the Japanese timber market -Outlook for 2024 - Shifting construction dynamics & demand volatility And much more! **Followed by a Q&A session with the audience** Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/webinar-details/japan-timber-market-outlook-with-takahiro-nishida

In this episode of our Global Timber Market Webinar Series, we discussed "Outlook of North American Lumber Market & Global Impact” with Russ Taylor, CEO of Russ Taylor Global, and Chris Leftis, Director, Market Intelligence, Canfor. Moderated by Mr. Amir Rashad, CEO of Timber Exchange, this webinar featured valuable insights and expertise on the North American lumber market. Here's a sneak peek at some of the key points that were covered: - The role of European exporters to the US, as well as other key export markets - Low lumber production in British Columbia & the effects on exports - Lumber price outlook for 2024 - Shifting demand dynamics - Sustainment of the housing trends - How does the affordability piece continue to impact the market or not? And much more! ***Followed by a Q&A session with the audience*** Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/webinar-details/north-american-lumber-market-and-global-impact

Explore the Egyptian Timber Market in this insightful video featuring Niklas Gustafsson, Sales Manager at Norra Timber, and Abdelrahman Mubasher, Chief Operating Officer at SWEFL. Hosted by Amir Rashad, CEO & Founder of Timber Exchange, this interview provides a deep dive into the Analysis & Outlook of Egypt's Timber Market, Strategy & Outlook for Q4 2023. Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/webinar-details/analysis-and-outlook-of-the-egyptian-timber-market

The Timber Exchange webinar series, Hosted by Amir Rashad ( CEO, Timber Exchange), discusses the most trending topics of the global forestry industry. Our live webinars are addressed & attended by experienced professionals from leading international timber & technology companies. Subscribe Now: https://www.timber.exchange/webinar Topics that we cover: Sawmilling Logistics Construction Packaging Policy And more Free participation in every live webinar & an interactive Q/A session with the speaker. Register to our Market Data Hub and stay updated by accessing the recordings of each webinar.

In this episode of our Global Timber Market Webinar Series, we discussed "Global Lumber Markets - Navigating in Uncertain Times” with Glen O’Kelly, Director of O’Kelly Acumen. Moderated by Mr. Amir Rashad, CEO of Timber Exchange, this webinar featured a thorough understanding of the Global Lumber Market and the complex implications it has on the global scene. Here's a sneak peek at some of the key points that were covered: - The current state of the lumber market in 2023 - Outlook for regional lumber demand 2023-25 - Supply dynamics in key regions, including harvest restrictions, trade barriers, and capacity expansion - Market balance, export potential/import need across four regions (US, China, EU, MENA) - The key challenges faced by the global industry 2023-25 and strategies to adapt And much more! **Followed by a Q&A session with the Audience** Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/webinar-details/global-lumber-markets

In this episode of our Global Timber Market Webinar Series, we discussed "Analysis & Outlook of the South American Lumber Market” with Ryan Wolters, Vice President of Sales of CMPC. Moderated by Mr. Amir Rashad, CEO of Timber Exchange, this webinar featured a thorough understanding of the South American Lumber Market and the complex implications it has on the global scene. Here's a sneak peek at some of the key points that were covered: - The competitiveness of Chile's sawmilling industry - Chile's current production capacity and changes - Increasing inquiries about replacing Russian sawn wood - Tracking market dynamics amid global uncertainties - Global demand-supply situation and imbalances - The short and long-term view of the South American & Global market - Logistics challenges, bottlenecks, and improvements - The technological impact on customer satisfaction & supply-chain management And much more! Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/webinar-details/analysis-and-outlook-of-the-south-american-lumber-market **Followed by a Q&A session with the Audience**

In this episode of our Global Timber Market Webinar Series, we discussed "Achievements & Outlook of the Mass Timber Market” with Arthur Walch, Managing Director of Engineering & Sales of Hasslacher Building Solutions. Moderated by Mr. Amir Rashad, CEO of Timber Exchange, this webinar featured a thorough understanding of the Mass Timber Market and the complex implications it has on the global scene. Here's a sneak peek at some of the key points that were covered: - Introduction of Hasslacher & Rothoblaas and their roles in the mass timber industry - The current state of the mass timber market and achievements - Benefits of Mass Timber - Technological advancements & innovations in mass timber production and construction methods - The notable trends of the global mass timber industry - Market growth and potential in the coming years - The opportunities in the market - Planning stages of Mass Timber projects - The future outlook for the mass timber market And much more! **Followed by a Q&A session with the Audience** Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/webinar-details/achievements-and-outlook-of-the-mass-timber-market

In this episode of our Global Timber Market Webinar Series, we discussed "Outlook of the Nordic Container Freight Market” with Ludwig Lövström, Sales Manager of Träfraktkontoret. Moderated by Mr. Amir Rashad, CEO of Timber Exchange, this webinar featured a thorough understanding of the Nordic Container Freight Market and the complex implications it has on the global scene. Here's a sneak peek at some of the key points that were covered: - Introduction of Träfraktkontoret and their strategic advantages - The current state of the Nordic container freight market - Shifting dynamics and trade-flows in the market - How the post-pandemic era is impacting the market globally and in Scandinavia - Strategies for staying competitive in the market - The role of technology in the future of the container freight industry And much more! **Followed by a Q&A session with the Audience** Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/webinar-details/the-nordic-container-freight-market

In this episode of our Global Timber Market Webinar Series, we discussed "Outlook of the European Builders Merchants Market” with Jesper Egsmark, Sourcing Manager of Stark Sourcing. Moderated by Mr. Amir Rashad, CEO of Timber Exchange, this webinar featured a thorough understanding of the European Builders Merchants Market and the complex implications it has on the global scene. Here's a sneak peek at some of the key points that were covered: - The operations of Stark Group - The effects of the Russia-Ukraine war - The change in procurement & demand patterns since the pandemic - The outlook for the overall economy & timber consumption going forward And much more! **Followed by a Q&A session with the Audience** Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/webinar-details/outlook-of-european-builders-merchants-market

In this episode of our Global Timber Market Webinar Series, we discussed "Bulk Freight Dynamics” with Patrik Patriksson & Thomas Johansen, Senior Chartering Managers of Norlat Shipping Ltd AS. Moderated by Mr. Amir Rashad, CEO of Timber Exchange, this webinar featured a thorough understanding of the Global Lumber Market and the complex implications it has on the global scene. Here's a sneak peek at some of the key points that were covered: - The key factors currently affecting the bulk freight market & how the situation looks in the USA and North Africa - Vessel supply-demand dynamics evolving in the bulk freight market and how these impact timber exports - Key risks to track going forward - The opportunity for digitization & automation in the bulk freight market And much more! **Followed by a Q&A session with the Audience** Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/webinar-details/bulk-freight-dynamics-with-norlat-shipping

In this episode of our Global Timber Market Webinar Series, we discussed "Sawmilling in Scandinavia & Central Europe and Analyzing Global Timber Markets” with Olle Berg, EVP of Market & Business Development of Setra Group. Moderated by Mr. Amir Rashad, CEO of Timber Exchange, this webinar featured a thorough understanding of the Scandinavian & Central European Lumber Market and the complex implications it has on the global scene. Here's a sneak peek at some of the key points that were covered: - Analysis of timber markets in Scandinavia & Central Europe - What makes Sweden & Central Europe unique and competitive from a sawmilling perspective? - The production and logistics capacity of the regions - The effects of curtailments and the Russia-Ukraine war - The demand from sectors such as construction, packaging, and furniture - The effect of internal & external factors on the supply and trade of lumber - The short & long-term outlook of the Scandinavian & Central Europe lumber markets And much more! **Followed by a Q&A session with the Audience** Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/webinar-details/sawmilling-in-scandinavia-and-central-europe

In this episode of our Global Timber Market Webinar Series, we discussed "Exploring the Trends & Dynamics of the North American Lumber Market” with Chris Leftis, Director of Market Intelligence of Canfor. Moderated by Mr. Amir Rashad, CEO of Timber Exchange, this webinar featured a thorough understanding of the North American Lumber Market and the complex implications it has on the global scene. Here's a sneak peek at some of the key points that were covered: - An introduction to Canfor & its focus areas - The consumption levels of the North American lumber market & the active sectors of the region - The overall demand-supply perspective & how it affects the price - The effects of curtailments and the Russia-Ukraine war - The importance of offshore markets - The short & long-term outlook of the North American lumber market And much more! **Followed by a Q&A session with the Audience** Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/webinar-details/trends-and-dynamics-of-the-north-american-lumber-market-with-canfor

In this episode of our Global Timber Market Webinar Series, we discussed "EMEA Pallets & Packaging Market” with Thomas Gents, COO of PalletBiz. Moderated by Mr. Amir Rashad, CEO of Timber Exchange, this webinar featured a thorough understanding of the Global Timber Market and the complex implications it has on the global scene. Here's a sneak peek at some of the key points that were covered: - The history & work of PalletBiz, its active markets & the important pallet use segments - Activity & demand in the packaging sectors of Europe, the Middle East & Africa - How PalletBiz manages price volatility - Outlook for pallet consumption in the coming 12 months - Top factors and market dynamics to watch out for - How PalletBiz uses technology to track markets and manage their supply chain And much more! **Followed by a Q&A session with the Audience** Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/webinar-details/emea-pallets-and-packaging-market-with-thomas-gents-palletbiz

In this episode of our Global Timber Market Webinar Series, we discussed "Analysing Global Timber Market Dynamics for 2023” with Markus Henningsson, Vice President of Marketing & Sales of SCA. Moderated by Mr. Amir Rashad, CEO of Timber Exchange, this webinar featured a thorough understanding of the Global Timber Market and the complex implications it has on the global scene. Here's a sneak peek at some of the key points that were covered: - Analysis of timber markets in Scandinavia, the EU, the UK, MENA & Asia - What makes Sweden unique & competitive from a sawmilling perspective? - The production and logistics capacity of Sweden - The demand from various sectors such as construction, packaging, and furniture - Internal factors affecting production & supply, such as the surging electricity costs - Sustainability efforts made by SCA And much more! **Followed by a Q&A session with the audience** Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/webinar-details/analysing-global-timber-market-2023-sca

In this episode of our Global Timber Market Webinar Series, we discussed "Forest Sector Analysis & Outlook by UNECE” with Florian Steierer, Economic Affairs Officer of UNECE/FAO Forestry and Timber Section. Moderated by Mr. Amir Rashad, CEO of Timber Exchange, this webinar featured a thorough understanding of the Global Timber Market and the complex implications it has on the global scene. Here's a sneak peek at some of the key points that were covered: - The various things UNECE does for the forestry sector - Outlook for the market over the coming period & the top dynamics to watch - How the UNECE supports global trade - UNECE’s role in the new regulation on electronic documents or paperless trade - The UNECE’s offering in terms of products or services that can be interesting to companies in the forestry industry And much more! **Followed by a Q&A session with the Audience** Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/webinar-details/forest-sector-analysis-outlook-unece

In this episode of our Global Timber Market Webinar Series, we discussed "Navigate Global Timber Markets in Uncertain Times” with Mr. Amir Rashad, CEO & Founder of Timber Exchange. This webinar featured a thorough understanding of the global timber market and the complex implications it has on the global scene. Here's a sneak peek at some of the key points that were covered: - Tracking global markets and identifying trends early - Creating an agile supply chain through market diversification and risk management strategies -Automating complex and time-consuming export/logistics/customer-service tasks so more time can be spent with clients and growing the business And much more! **Followed by a Q&A session with the Audience** Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/webinar-details/navigate-global-timber-markets

In this episode of our Global Timber Market Webinar Series, we discussed "Outlook & Opportunities in the Indian Timber Market” with Ayush Gupta, Director of Shree AK Impex. Moderated by Mr. Amir Rashad, CEO of Timber Exchange, this webinar featured a thorough understanding of the Indian Timber Market and the complex implications it has on the global scene. Here's a sneak peek at some of the key points that were covered: - Sectors consuming the most timber & the most popular sawn timber products - The effect of the Russia-Ukraine war on each country in India - Volatile timber and freight prices & their effects on domestic consumption - The inventory level today & its effect on demand for new imports - Outlook for timber consumption & import in the coming 3-12 months - Opportunities in the market & things sawmills should consider when entering the Indian market And much more! **Followed by a Q&A session with the Audience** Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/webinar-details/outlook-and-opportunities-in-indian-timber-market

In this episode of our Global Timber Market Webinar Series, we discussed "Analysis of the North American Lumber Market” with Russ Taylor, CEO of Russ Taylor Global. Moderated by Mr. Amir Rashad, CEO of Timber Exchange, this webinar featured a thorough understanding of the North American Lumber Market and the complex implications it has on the global scene. Here's a sneak peek at some of the key points that were covered: - The US housing market performance - The effect of inflation & high-energy costs in the US lumber market - The effect of the Russia-Ukraine war on North America’s lumber trade - The effect of volatile timber & transportation prices on domestic consumption - Forecast of the market in the coming 3-12 months And much more! **Followed by a Q&A session with the Audience** Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/webinar-details/analysis-of-north-american-lumber-market

In this episode of our Global Timber Market Webinar Series, we discussed "Market Outlook & Opportunities in Jordan & Levant Timber Market” with Yahia Saidi, General Manager of Al-Essami. Moderated by Mr. Amir Rashad, CEO of Timber Exchange, this webinar featured a thorough understanding of the Jordan & Levant Timber Market and the complex implications it has on the global scene. Here's a sneak peek at some of the key points that were covered: - How big is the Levant market & the top supplying countries - Sectors consuming the most timber & the most popular timber products - Comparison between the region’s performance pre-COVID & post-COVID - The effect of the Russia-Ukraine war on each country in the Levant - Volatile timber & freight prices’ effect on domestic consumption - Outlook for timber consumption & import in the coming 3-12 months - Things sawmills should consider when entering the Levant market And much more! **Followed by a Q&A session with the Audience** Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/webinar-details/market-outlook-opportunities-in-jordan-levant-timber-market-with-alessami