Swedish Wood Technology Forum brings together stakeholders from across the wood industry with a focus on technical development, knowledge and skills supply. Ahead of Wood Products & Technology 2026, we meet their Secretary, Tomas Ivarsson, who shares his perspective on the industry’s current challenges, the need for collaboration, and how they are working to strengthen the future of the w...

Interest in building with wood remains strong, but the industry is operating in a more challenging environment where decision-making processes, knowledge and collaboration are becoming increasingly important. Martinsons Byggsystem, which develops timber-based structural systems for both residential and large-scale projects, works with these issues on a daily basis. Here, Sales Manager Mikael Li...

EXHIBITOR | With a focus on integration, real-time data and smart production flows, CodeIT helps the wood industry take the step towards more data-driven and efficient production. By connecting systems, making production visible in real time and applying AI where it creates real value, they enable both higher quality and better resource utilization. We spoke with Inge Stenvoll, Senior Sales Eng...

NEW TECHNOLOGY | A sawmill currently being built in Kalix shows just how quickly the wood industry is changing. The future of production is no longer just about capacity, but about precision, data, automation and the ability to extract more value from every log.Behind the investment are Stockhult Rolfs Timber and the Finnish machinery manufacturer HewSaw. When the facility enters operation, the...

EXHIBITOR | Moelven is one of the Nordic region’s leading players in wood-based building solutions, with a strong presence spanning from raw material to finished building systems. With a focus on industrial construction, sustainability and innovation, the group is driving development in both materials and methods. At Wood Products & Technology, we meet David Lindahl, District Manager at M...

Timber construction has moved beyond niche projects. Today, it is no longer just about individual buildings, but about entire districts, new construction processes and a different view of how future communities can be built. Stockholm Wood City shows how wood can take its place in urban development at scale. In Sickla, in south-east Stockholm, plans are taking shape for what is described as ...

Swedish Wood works to increase knowledge about wood and wood construction and is an important voice in the development of the industry. Anna Ryberg Ågren is Director and leads initiatives related to everything from sustainable construction to technology development and skills supply. Here, she shares her perspectives on current topics in wood construction and what Swedish Wood will highlight a...

EXHIBITOR | With a strong focus on function, design and user experience, Häfele develops and supplies fittings, lighting and smart interior solutions for joinery and furniture production. They help the industry meet increasing demands for both flexibility and a cohesive overall feel in modern environments. Lighting, in particular, plays an increasingly important role in how we experience space...

We had a quick chat with Jenny Lans, Content Curator for Wood Products & Technology, who is responsible for this year’s stage program. With a focus on broadening the fair into a comprehensive arena for knowledge, dialogue, and the entire wood industry value chain, she has set the framework for a program that reflects the industry’s development and future. What has b...

As raw material prices rise and margins tighten, every decision in production matters. In today’s sawmills, that shift is driving a move from experience based judgement to data driven optimization, powered by CT scanning, X ray and AI. At Wood Products & Technology 2026, this transformation is one of the most dynamic areas to explore. Traditionally, sawmills have relied on what can be s...

EXHBITOR | DO2 (Dolbeau Oxygène) is one of this year’s new exhibitors at Wood Products & Technology. The Canada-based company develops automated packaging solutions for the wood industry and has systems installed at production facilities worldwide. With a strong focus on capacity and reliability, they are now entering the Nordic market through the exhibition in Gothenburg. We spoke with...

Poor material choices, inadequate construction, or lack of maintenance can dramatically shorten the lifespan of wooden structures. For companies, this means higher costs, shorter maintenance intervals, and greater difficulty in meeting sustainability targets. According to Fredrik Westin of the Swedish Wood Protection Association, proper wood protection is a key factor in maximizing both lifespa...