Save-the-date: International Softwood Conference 2026 on October 28/29 in Dublin
On behalf of the Timber Trade in Ireland, Gerry McGovern together with the European Organisation of the Sawmill Industry (EOS) and the European Timber Federation (ETTF), are inviting you to the marvellous city of Dublin for the International Softwood Conference 2026 – one of the most awaited events of [...]
EUROPEAN SAWMILLS UNITE IN OSLO: CALLING FOR SMARTER CLIMATE TARGETS AND WORKABLE FOREST RULES
Brussels , 27 October 2025 At its General Assembly in Oslo, the European Organisation of the Sawmill Industry (EOS) calls to “stop the clock” on the EU Deforestation Regulation for all companies, greater flexibility in LULUCF targets, and an investment-driven bioeconomy strategy. Oslo, 24 October 2025 – On the [...]
THE EUROPEAN WOOD POLICY PLATFORM CALLS FOR ACTION TO BUILD A RESILIENT AND SKILLED WORK FORCE
The European Wood Policy Platform (WoodPoP) just published a Policy Brief outlining how Europe’s wood-based sector can strengthen its role as a key driver of the green transition through strategic investment in skills and education. As skill requirements evolve and its ageing workforce is leaving the field, the wood-based industry [...]
EOS New President: Tommi Sneck, Timber Industry Director at Koskisen Oyj (Finland)
During the Assembly, EOS members elected their new leadership, expressing deep gratitude to outgoing President Herbert Joebstl for his outstanding four-year commitment to advancing the organisation’s mission. The newly elected President, Tommi Sneck, Timber Industry Director at Koskisen Oyj (Finland), shared a forward-looking vision: “My goal is to continue building [...]
Press Release: EOS Welcomes New Members and Elects New Leadership at 2025 General Assembly
The European Organisation of the Sawmill Industry (EOS) held its annual General Assembly on 27 May 2025 in Vienna, following the prestigious Evergreen Prize ceremony held the previous evening—an event dedicated to celebrating technological innovation in the forest-based industries. This year’s General Assembly marked a significant moment for EOS, as [...]
ISC – FIRST ANNOUNCEMENT | SAVE THE DATE
The Norwegian Wood Industry Federation (Treindustrien), in collaboration with the European Timber Trade Federation (ETTF) and the European Organisation of the Sawmill Industry (EOS), invites you to the beautiful Norwegian capital, Oslo, for the International Softwood Conference 2025. You will receive the latest updates on the international market, including trends, [...]
AMID LONG-TERM CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES, THE EUROPEAN HARDWOOD INDUSTRY LOOKS TO THE FUTURE AFTER A TOUGH YEAR
On November 7-8th the 10th edition of the International Hardwood Conference was held at the Hilton Vienna Park in the Austrian capital. The Conference was hosted by the Fachverband der Holzindustrie Österreichs, which co-organized the event with the two usual partners: the European Organization of the Sawmill Industry (EOS) and [...]
PRESS RELEASE International Softwood Conference
Taormina (Italy), 18th October – The event drew many participants as around 230 people – coming from over 20 countries all over the world – attended the conference. The event was opened by a macroeconomic overview provided by Marco Fortis, which showed that many factors, including geopolitical tensions and a [...]
Joint Statement European Commission grants an additional twelve months for EUDR implementation in response to sector concerns
Joint Statement: European primary producers and various industries welcome the European Commission’s proposal to extend the implementation period of the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) by an additional 12 months. While we fully support the regulation’s objective to combat global deforestation, it is crucial to ensure that it is implemented under [...]
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