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Timber trade converges on Bristol for annual WTTA dinner
Above left: Guest speaker Jason Mohammad with town crier Alan Myatt Above left: WTTA Chairman Andrew Hodge with guests
The city of Bristol was awash with timber traders for the Western Area Timber Trades Association (WTTA) annual dinner, which also saw TV sports presenter Jason Mohammad provide lively entertainment. Around 180 guests convened on the Bristol Hotel for the February 9 event, with attendees hearing WTTA chairman Andrew Hodge make an address and funds being raised for the Timber Trades Benevolent Society (TTBS).
Mr Hodge promoted the work and events of the WTTA, saying the association provided a vehicle to meet together and
network. He said the summer BBQ in Bath, scheduled for July 4, was a great and fun event in a beautiful location, encouraging members to put it in their diaries. “The executive committee and I encourage all our members and potential new members to come and get involved to get the full value of membership,” he said. Tony Shelton, TTBS president, highlighted a new TTBS website launching on February 16.
“We’re actively looking for patrons who would be willing to link websites and
Plywood industry comes together in City of London for annual PCL dinner
Above: The Brewery was again host to the PCL annual dinner
About 120 plywood industry
representatives and their guests gathered in the City of London recently for the much- anticipated annual dinner of the Plywood Club of London (PCL).
More than £4,000 was raised for charity at the January 26 event, while John Guerin from Lumin Plywood captivated guests with his insights into the plywood market. Mr Guerin demonstrated a passion for
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plywood products in his presentation and gave observations on the current and future market, resulting in positive feedback from PCL members. Club chairman Miles Kember, of James Latham, told members and guests that the Club had enjoyed a good year, with well supported monthly events. Events included a summer function at Roof East Stratford for 50 guests, as well an away day to London Gateway.
Mr Kember also signalled an extra special annual dinner next year to celebrate the 70th anniversary of the annual event. PCL notices include Gary Mitchell stepping down as secretary after 10 years, while Geoff Maynard has stepped down from the PCL Committee after 30 years – an amazing stint and his service was warmly recognised by members and guests. Over £4,000 was raised for charity, a mixture of local charities and the BHF and Alzheimers Research UK.
help support the society, raise awareness and funding for our current and future beneficiaries,” said Mr Shelton. “If there’s a chance that you could help promote the new site and perhaps have knowledge of business’s that might be interested, then that would work extremely well for us.”
The TTBS raffle raised £1,425 and the auction £1,000, while guest speaker Jason Muhammad, who hosts the programme Final Score entertained guests with stories from the world of entertainment and sport.
Hardwood trade gathers in London
More than 200 members of the hardwood trade, spanning representation from the UK, Europe and North America, gathered for a successful London Hardwood Club (LHC) New Year Luncheon on January 26. Overseas companies in attendance included Rougier International, Vandecasteele Houtimport, Robinson Lumber, Wijma, Salamanca Lumber Co, Ontario Hardwood Products and Northland Forest Products. The majority of UK hardwood importers/distributors were also in attendance, along with several logistics businesses.
The popular event was once again held at the HAC, City Road, London. LHC president Rupert Walker, of Timberlink International, gave a summary of the club’s activities in the past year and commented on current market dynamics. On current market prospects, Mr Walker said what lies ahead was “uncertain at best”.
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