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The new Nokian Tyres Forest King TRS 3 tyre range delivers improved durability without compromising traction in demanding forestry work. As the next generation of the Forest King TRS traction tyre, it has been developed through long-term field testing and decades of industry-leading know-how in forestry tyre development. Source: Timberbiz The Nokian Tyres Forest King TRS 3 is the new generation of CTL traction tyres, introducing 15 sizes across the full range. The tyres have improved structural durability, while the tractive tread design with high tread depth delivers excellent traction and lateral grip. This tyre generation sets the new standard in forest performance with reinforced and thicker lugs, increased material thickness, and a redesigned shoulder structure. The strong diagonal structure with steel fortification offers excellent puncture protection. A wider lug design is supported by an extra terrace, while increased shoulder roundness and lug width improve durability in heavy-duty use. Special attention has been given to forestry applications where tyres are used with tracks and chains. The new shoulder and lug design enhances track-to-tire contact. Wide lugs, extra shoulder lift and optimized shoulder roundness give good performance with tracks and chains. The new generation has been engineered on the basis of detailed knowledge of real forestry operating environments. Tyres have been tested over several years in partnership with end users to validate improvements under practical working conditions. “Our development work is based on listening to customers and observing tire performance in real forestry conditions. Long-term testing and direct customer feedback ensure that each improvement reflects practical field experience,” said Teemu Vainionpää, Senior Product Manager at Nokian Tyres. To fully utilize the performance upgrade available with the new tire, Nokian Tyres makes it available as a complete wheel with a matching heavy-duty wheel and inner tube. The complete wheel is engineered to complement the tire’s properties, supporting optimal performance in forestry applications. The Nokian Tyres Forest King TRS 3 range is now available in a comprehensive selection of sizes for all CTL forestry machines. The new generation is fully compatible with its predecessor: wheels, tubes, tracks, and chains are interchangeable with the new TRS 3. The expanded lineup introduces several key additions to meet evolving industry needs. The new 780/55-30.5 size brings a high-traction, high-load capacity option to the top end of the range, while the 650/60-26.5 provides a narrow option especially for harvesters. These additions significantly increase the options available to optimize equipment.

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Waratah Forestry Equipment has launched the all-new H216X Harvesting Head, engineered specifically for the brutal demands of hardwood. Source: Timberbiz Made for tracked machines and harsh applications, the two-roller H216X has purpose-built features to withstand ruthless hardwood stresses. Ideal for harvesting late or final thinnings, it’s naturally capable in softwood or debarking applications, too. “The H216X provides operators with the heavy-duty features they need to tackle hardwood while helping to maximize accuracy at the same time,” said Brent Fisher, product marketing manager for Waratah. “It delivers the high-performance feeding, and agility crews want while providing the measuring accuracy, extra-large sawing capacity and output they need.” The H216X offers versatility and strength, with a net weight of 1591 kg and 1705 kg/3 with topsaw, a maximum upper delimb opening of 650 mm and a maximum sawing capacity of 750 mm. It incorporates reinforced, heavy-duty structural components and proven Waratah engineering to help support long service life, no matter the working conditions. “We wanted operators to have the confidence to handle crooked hardwood and harsh conditions — whatever challenge the woods throws at them,” Mr Fisher said. “So, we engineered the H216X — a true performer that’s efficient, accurate, durable, and Built To Work®.” The H216X utilizes Waratah’s TimberRiteTM H-16 system, which helps elevate head control while providing connectivity options to help keep loggers efficient, productive and in the know. As with all Waratah products, the H216X comes with easily accessible support for dealers and customers, as well as genuine Waratah parts with an industry-leading warranty.

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Metsä Fibre, part of Metsä Group, is starting change negotiations concerning potential temporary layoffs at its Joutseno pulp mill. The negotiations will involve the entire personnel of the mill, approximately 160 people in total. Source: Timberbiz “The pulp market situation remains challenging. Due to the demand outlook and the situation in the wood market, we need to prepare for adjusting pulp production for a longer period than previously anticipated,” said Ismo Nousiainen, CEO of Metsä Fibre. “For this reason, we are now compelled to initiate new change negotiations concerning potential temporary layoffs at Joutseno.“ Metsä Group’s pulp and sawmill business Metsä Fibre produces pulp, sawn timber and other bioproducts such as biochemicals and bioenergy. The products are made from northern wood and are an alternative to fossil materials. In 2025, sales totalled EUR 2.6 billion, and the company employed about 1,400 people. Metsä Group’s parent company Metsäliitto Cooperative is owned by approximately 90,000 Finnish forest owners. The sales of the whole Metsä Group were EUR 5.8 billion.

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