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Roseburg Forest Products announces plans to cease hardwood plywood production


Above: Roseburg is exiting the hardwood plywood business. Photo: The hardwood ply facility at the Dillard complex has closed


Roseburg Forest Products announced in September that it had ceased operations at its Dillard Hardwood Plywood facility and will exit the hardwood plywood market. This strategic move reflects


the company’s long-term plan to concentrate resources on a more focused product portfolio with sustained customer demand and long- term growth potential.


The Dillard Hardwood


Plywood plant, part of the company’s Dillard complex which also includes MDF and lumber production, was one of the company’s longest- operating facilities and employs 107 team members who are being encouraged to apply for open positions at other facilities. All other operations at the Dillard complex will continue.


Pfleiderer expands into Singapore and Greater China with direct presence


German wood-based panels manufacturer Pfleiderer has announced the establishment of its direct presence in Singapore and Greater China. As of 1st October, Hongyi Cai, general manager Pfleiderer Greater China, based in Shanghai, is working closely with the company’s agent in Thailand, APR, to provide enhanced local support, faster access to samples and technical expertise, and seamless collaboration on regional projects.


“Establishing a direct presence in Singapore and Greater China marks an exciting new chapter for Pfleiderer,” said Dr Hicham Abel, CEO.


“Being closer to our agent,


customers enable us to respond swiftly, collaborate


more effectively, and deliver our renowned German quality to even more projects throughout Asia,” said Dr Hicham Abel, CEO. “This addition to our setup


in Asia lays the foundation for our ambitious growth strategy, enabling us to expand our unique product offering that combines state-of-the-art designs with functionality and sustainability,” added Stefan Zinn, Pfleiderer, chief commercial officer.


“It strengthens our ability


to serve customers locally and reinforces our commitment to long-term partnerships across the region.” Headquartered in Neumarkt in der Oberpfalz, Pfleiderer employs around 1,900 people, mainly at five locations in Germany and one for adhesive systems in Poland.


Above: Greenply and Siempelkamp staff at the Vadodara facility


Indian wood-based panels manufacturer Greenply has announced that its MDF manufacturing facility in Vadodara is now equipped to deliver higher production, further strengthening its ability to serve a growing customer base with speed and efficiency.


Since its inception, this plant has marked its second major achievement — first by setting up a hi-tech production facility in a record time of just 18 months with 800m3


/


per day capacity, and now by increasing production to 1,000


m3 per day. This advancement


comes with the support of cutting-edge technology by Siempelkamp, Germany, which is an integral to the plant since its inception, to ensure precision, consistency, and efficiency in manufacturing. “With enhanced capacity,


the Vadodara facility is ready to meet rising demand while upholding Greenply’s quality standards, reflecting our continued focus on technology, excellence, and innovation,” the company stated.


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While hardwood plywood has been part of Roseburg’s portfolio for decades, the market has shifted significantly, with lower-cost imports now accounting for roughly 80% of the US market. The company’s decision to exit reflects a disciplined approach to long-term competitiveness and product alignment. “Successful businesses


never stand still, and thats been true for Roseburg for 90 years,”said Stuart Gray, President and CEO. “As we look to the future, we’re sharpening our focus on the products and capabilities that support the best use of our high-quality veneers and fibre, backed by continued investment in operational excellence. That includes our ongoing commitment to core product lines like engineered wood, MDF, lumber, and


softwood plywood.” Since April 2023, Roseburg


has invested nearly $700m in its Southern Oregon operations to support long- term growth and regional economic vitality. These investments include the launch of Armorite Exterior Trim at the company’s new Dillard Components facility, as well as upgrades and modernization efforts across existing plants in Douglas and Coos counties. “Our hardwood plywood manufacturing legacy extends back to 1952, and we appreciate everything our operations teams have done to stay competitive,” Mr Gray said.


“But our evolution as an organization speaks to changing markets, evolving customer needs and following the best course for long-term success.”


Greenply’s Vadodara MDF plant increases production


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