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...

Single-family housing construction is at a historic low, despite the fact that 7 out of 10 Swedes want to live in a detached home. In the report “A New Homeownership Movement”, the Swedish Wood and Furniture Industry Federation (TMF) presents 14 reforms aimed at making it easier to plan, finance and build private homes. As a project manager and housing policy expert at TMF, Gustaf Edgren h...

INTERVIEW | New requirements and technological advances are transforming how we build and collaborate within the timber and wood construction industry. In a time marked by transition and uncertainty, shared meeting places are essential for exchanging knowledge, perspectives and experience. As timber construction evolves, a holistic perspective is becoming increasingly important. The focus is n...

Ahead of the next edition of Wood Products & Technology, Monika Ölund steps in as the new business manager. With experience from several major industry fairs, she now aims – together with exhibitors, partners, and visitors – to further develop the Nordic region’s largest meeting place for industrial wood processing and wood construction. “It feels both inspiring and meaningful...