Södra adapts timber prices to market conditions

Södra is adjusting the purchase price for spruce and pine logs as well as fuel wood.

We are seeing a slowdown in the economy at the same time as wood supplies are high and forestry activity is intense. As a result, the market price of saw logs is declining

“Our operating environment is more unsettled, and we are entering a situation marked by greater uncertainty in the markets,” said Olof Hansson, President of the Södra Skog business area.

At the same time, demand for biofuel remains high.

“We are currently experiencing increased demand primarily for fuel wood, driven by the energy transition we are seeing in society,” continued Olof.

The following price adjustments are being made:

• SEK -15/mᶾsub for pine logs
• SEK -25/mᶾsub for spruce logs
• SEK +30/mᶾsub for fuel wood

The new prices will apply for contracts signed as of 18 January.

For more information, please contact:
Olof Hansson, President of the Södra Skog business area
Tel: +46 (0)470 857 67
E-mail: olof.hansson@sodra.com

Södra was founded in 1938 and is the largest forest-owner association in Sweden, with a membership of close to 52,000 forest owners. We engage in modern and responsible forestry, and operate state-of-the-art mills in which we process our raw material. Net sales in 2017 were 20.5 SEK billion and there were 3,400 employees. Through value-generating relationships and a long-term approach, Södra is leading the way for the future of sustainable forestry.

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