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The Norwegian Wood Industry Federation (Treindustrien), in collaboration with the European Timber Trade Federation (ETTF) and the European Organisation of the Sawmill Industry (EOS) is holding the International Softwood Conference 2025 in the Norwegian capital, Oslo. Source: Timberbiz The conference will explain the latest updates on the international market, including trends, facts, and analysis. The agenda covers various aspects related to the competitiveness of wood, the availability of raw materials, and market opportunities. The conference provides an opportunity to thoroughly examine trends in the timber market, focusing on facts and figures for softwood production and consumption in the most relevant countries worldwide – not just in Europe. It will be a diverse and rich program featuring hands-on speakers with outstanding knowledge of the industry and the market. In times of uncertainty and rapid, significant changes, the conference offers a unique opportunity to come together, expand your network, and get new insights. The event starts on the morning of 22 October when you can choose between five different study tours: A customer-driven production line at Bergene Holm Haslestad, with exact cutting of wood based on specific customer orders. A modern glulam production at Moelven Limtre, including a guided tour of the Mjøstårnet high-rise building. Prefabricated element production at Ringsaker Veggog Takelementer (RVT), with a tour of the Mjøstårnet high-rise building included. Industrial-made wood building modules at Moelven Byggmodul, with a tour of the Mjøstårnet high-rise building included. Wood paint factory at G3 Gausdal Treindustrier, with a tour of the Mjøstårnet high-rise building included. In the evening, there is a cocktail reception at the Høymagasinet venue, located on the medieval grounds of the Akershus fortress in Oslo. On 23 October, the International Softwood Conference will be held at the Clarion Hotel Oslo, in the heart of the city centre. Lunch will be at the nearby Opera House, an architectural marvel and signature landmark rising from the fjord. More details on booking will be available soon.

The World Expo serves as a global platform that unites people and innovations from around the world to tackle challenges facing humanity on an international scale. This year Stora Enso is proud to be a part of the event that welcomes tens of millions of visitors in Osaka, Japan as a partner of the Czech National Pavilion. Source: Timberbiz More than 800 m³ of Sylva CLT elements are being used for the ground-breaking PEFC-certified wood structure of the pavilion with a glazed façade aimed to inspire the world with its innovative use of materials. “Our partnership with the Czech National Pavilion gives us a unique opportunity to present one of the tallest cross laminated timber (CLT) buildings in Japan on the largest stage of global innovation, here at the World Expo at Osaka,” said Lars Völkel, Executive Vice President, Stora Enso Wood Products division. “Stora Enso already has a long history of supplying high quality posts and beams and sawn wood to Japan. Thanks to CLT´s leading sustainable performance, its well-being benefits for the tenants and last but not least, its improving financial competitiveness we see an increasing demand for wooden commercial and multi-storey residential buildings in the region. “I am sure the pavilion will serve as a stunning example of the unique structures that can be built using Sylva by Stora Enso kit of prefabricated wood-based products for low-carbon buildings,” Japan’s deep-rooted tradition of wooden architecture exemplified by the Horyu-ji Temple from 607 AD, the world’s oldest surviving wooden building continues to evolve today. “The Japanese government actively pro-motes timber use in construction, including non-residential buildings, to cut carbon emissions and support a circular economy. This aligns with Stora Enso’s mission to do good for people and the planet by replacing non-renewable materials with renewable products,” said Satoshi Yamada, Sales Director Japan, Wood Products, Stora Enso. The eye-catching Czech National Pavilion occupies a prominent ocean-front location, offering visitors a truly immersive experience. Its standout position next to the water makes it one of the most visually striking structures at the Expo. A 260-meter-long educational trail winds through the site, providing stunning views of Osaka Bay. At its heart is a multifunctional auditorium that will host a rich and engaging program throughout the exhibition, making it a hub for learning and cultural exchange. Inside, the pavilion features a dynamic 402 m² exhibition space, with widths ranging from 1.8 to 7 meters and soaring up to 12 meters in height. The design highlights both architectural innovation and sustainable construction, brought to life through Stora Enso’s Sylva CLT elements made in Czechia with wood from sustainable managed local forests. Construction began in mid-September 2024, and by mid-December, the main structure was completed. This was followed by the installation of the pavilion’s signature glazed spiral, adding a modern and elegant finishing touch. The World Expo in Osaka will be open from 13 April to 13 October 2025. The Czech National Pavilion is a must-visit for anyone passionate about architecture, engineered wood, and environmental stewardship.