EU launches further investigation into Chinese plywood imports

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EU launches further investigation into Chinese plywood imports
by Jennie Ward|04 August 26|Build, Supply
The European Commission has opened a new anti-circumvention investigation into imports of certain Chinese plywood products, following concerns that some importers may be attempting to avoid existing anti-dumping duties by making minor modifications to the products. According to the Commission, the investigation focuses on hardwood plywood with an ultra-thin softwood...
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Is your timber truly green?
by Jennie Ward|04 June 26|Build, Supply
The Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) offers advice on how to make environmental claims for your products without greenwashing. Sustainability is no longer a differentiator but an expectation. As scrutiny sharpens, so too does the risk of getting it wrong. Greenwashing and sustainability are fast-moving concepts, shaped by evolving regulation, growing...
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The importance of building fabric in the age of high-tech homes
by Jennie Ward|10 May 26|Build, Supply
TDUK member STEICO explores the impact of the Government's Warm Homes Plan proposals alongside the established benefits of adopting a fabric-first methodology. The Warm Homes Plan has arrived to replace the Energy Company Obligation (ECO). It represents a shift in focus away from a fabric-first approach to instead prioritise high-tech...
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Building a stronger workforce
by Jennie Ward|10 May 26|Build, Policy, Supply
The Department for Work & Pensions is setting out to work with trade associations and their members to tackle skills gaps and support more people getting into work and starting meaningful careers.   The Department for Work & Pensions (DWP) is making a concerted effort to work more closely with...
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Tropical Timber: From Legality to Market Recognition
by Lucy Bedry|27 April 26|Policy, Supply
A strategic roundtable at Carrefour International du Bois 2026 - Nantes, France | 2 June 2026 At Carrefour International du Bois 2026, a strategic roundtable will explore how tropical timber can move beyond legal compliance to become a recognised and trusted material in international markets. Organised by Timber Development UK...
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EUDR
EU Commission proposes to delay EUDR by another year
by Jennie Ward|29 September 25|Supply
The European Commission (EC) has announced it is considering delaying the introduction of the EU Deforestation Regulations (EUDR) by another year, citing concerns that the IT system may not be ready in time to cope with the amount of data it will be asked to handle. This change will still...
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Anti-Greenwash Charter strengthens accountability in the timber industry
by Jennie Ward|24 March 25|Corporate, Supply, Sustainability
Last month Timber Development UK published an updated Green Claims Policy as part of our commitment to the Anti-Greenwash Charter, to best practice and to setting a benchmark for transparent practices in the timber industry. Now, TDUK Sustainability Director Charlie Law explains why TDUK is committed to above-board communications and...
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timber in construction
Government commits to increase the use of timber in construction
by Jennie Ward|28 February 25|Build, Design, Policy, Supply
Ambitious new plans to increase the use of timber in construction were announced by Environment Minister Mary Creagh at the Timber in Construction Summit in London. The new Timber in Construction (TiC) Roadmap is being introduced to help get Britain building using timber – creating economic growth, rural jobs and...
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Government cancels plans for additional Cedar wood import requirements
by Jennie Ward|01 December 24|Corporate, Supply
The UK government has announced it will no longer be imposing additional health requirements on Cedar imports from Canada. In October 2024, the Department for the Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (DEFRA) said new Plant Health Requirements were being planned for imports of Cedar wood (Thuja spp.), which included Western Red Cedar...
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Industry seeks ministerial support of Timber in Construction Roadmap
by Jennie Ward|12 November 24|Build, Supply
Leaders of the forestry and timber industries met UK Forestry Minister Mary Creagh to seek the minister’s support for the Timber in Construction Roadmap. Chief Executives Stuart Goodall (Confor) and Andrew Carpenter (Structural Timber Association) received a very positive response from the Minister to continue progress on the roadmap, developed...
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