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PlantMax has been developed by Plantma AB for the mechanised planting of forestry seedlings.
Kodiak AI to trial autonomous log hauling operations
Kodiak AI Driver will haul timber from forest sites in Alberta, Canada later this year Kodiak AI, Inc. (“Kodiak”), a leading provider of Physical AI-powered autonomous vehicle technology, today announced it will conduct pilot operations and explore the
Big Changes for Kesla Oyj
Kesla Oyj starts the divestment process of the tractor equipment product group and focuses even more strongly on the development of the Kesla Defense product group Based on the strategic assessment, the Kesla Oyj Board of Directors has
Nokian Tyres expands the Float King VF product family
Excellent grip, reduced soil compaction – Nokian Tyres expands the Float King VF product family to R26.5 sizes Nokian Tyres responds to the growing demands of modern agriculture by expanding the Nokian Tyres Float King VF flotation tire
Tracked vs Wheeled Harvesters
The wrong choice of base machine shows up quickly in forestry. You see it in rutting on a wet bank, in time lost getting between blocks, or in a harvester that looks strong on paper but is working
UK Driver Shortage Problem Needs Addressing Now
UK driver shortage hasn’t gone away – it’s just been hidden (new figures) The UK driver shortage hasn’t gone away. It’s being masked. Reduced freight movements, driven by ongoing events and growing industry cost pressures, are hiding the
DAF Extends Electric Truck Programme
DAF has started series production of the XG Electric and XG+ Electric. The Eindhoven-built vehicles combine award-winning, highly efficient electric powertrain technology with superior driver comfort. The first truck, a XG+ tractor with 350 kW/480 hp, will be delivered to
Tamtron – Supporting A Mobile Skills Learning Centre
Tamtron’s weighing solutions have been selected as part of the Digiliikkuja project, which is building a new type of mobile learning and development environment for the earthmoving sector in the Lapland region. The project responds to regional education
Coillte – Storm Éowyn is still affecting performance.
Coillte announces EBITDA (before exceptional costs) of €66.5m and an Operating loss of €33.5m for 2025 with Storm Éowyn continuing to impact the Group’s financial and operational performance Coillte announced its financial and operational performance for 2025. The
FORDAQ gathers global timber leaders to address the Middle East’s Conflict impact.
FORDAQ CONVENES GLOBAL WOOD INDUSTRY LEADERS TO ASSESS IMPACT OF MIDDLE EAST CONFLICT ON TIMBER TRADE On 6 May 2026, Fordaq brought together senior wood industry leaders for a live panel discussion on the situation in the Middle
Komatsu 941.1 Harvester For Sale
Powerful Komatsu 941.1 6WD Final Thinning/Clear Felling Harvester For Sale The incredibly large, incredibly powerful – and now even incredibly bright, the Komatsu 941.1 harvester can achieve even greater profits from final logging.That’s the impressive résumé of the
2017 8WD Ponsse Fox Harvester For Sale
Ponsse Fox Thinning Harvester For Sale The Ponsse Fox Harvester is a fuel-efficient and productive combination of state-of-the-art technology and reliable basic solutions. The driving forces of the Fox are the accurate and powerful crane, good visibility, machine
Logset 8H GTE Harvester For Sale
2016 Logset 8H GTE TOC-MD 8 Wheel timber harvester for sale The Logset 8H GTE is an agile and powerful eight-wheeled harvester. The Logset 8H GTE is suitable for thinning operations but performs even better on medium and
Swedish Roundwood Prices Drop In Q1
During the first quarter prices on roundwood for harvesting assignments of sawlogs and pulpwood decreased Swedish Roundwood-In the first quarter of 2025, the number of harvesting assignments for Scots pine sawlogs decreased by 4 percent, while assignments for
Kesla Oyj’s First Quarter is Cautious but Promising
Kesla Oyj’s Business Review 1 January–31 March 2026: Cautious pick-up in the market environment and strong order development in the defence industry “In Kesla OYj’s first quarter of 2026, we saw signs of a pick-up in Kesla’s market
Forestry is Changing
The forestry industry is currently undergoing a profound transformation in a number of ways. Climate change requires a new direction in forest management. Digital forest management as well as high-tech machinery and equipment, open up new possibilities for
Forestry Safety Updates: What Matters Now
A near miss in the wood rarely comes down to one dramatic failure. More often it starts with something ordinary – a machine parked on poor ground, a radio check missed, a tired operator pushing on, or a
KWF Forestry Machine Statistics 2025
Since 2008, the Kuratorium für Waldarbeit und Forsttechnik (KWF, German Center for Forest Work and Technology) e. V. in Groß-Umstadt is collecting market data on sales of new forestry machines in Germany, Austria, and Switzerland. Since unauthorized and
Italian Sawmill Margins Are Running At Near Zero
Italian sawmills are currently facing a challenging situation characterised by significantly reduced profit margins, reaching near zero. This confluence of adverse factors has created a ‘perfect storm’ for the industry, impacting operations and profitability. Italian sawmills are facing
Eco Log introduces the Cabin to Harvesting Head Wireless System
Eco Log G-series harvesters offer improved operational reliability with the Eco Log D7 Wireless System. Say goodbye to the hassles of unexpected downtime caused by cable breaks that can occur between machines and their units. With the introduction
Purchasing Used Forestry Equipment – What To Look For
A cheap machine can get expensive very quickly once it is halfway up a bank, bleeding oil and waiting on parts. That is why any proper used forestry equipment guide has to start in the woods, not on
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About Forest Machine Magazine-Forestry News
Forest Machine Magazine is a dedicated online hub for forestry news that keeps you updated with the latest information covering all aspects of forestry.
We feature current forestry news, the latest equipment, and interesting stories about the people and companies involved in ground preparation, road building and maintenance, planting, thinning, harvesting, extraction, timber haulage, sawmilling, and wood processing.
Our editor, Rab Easton, is a second-generation forestry professional with nearly 50 years of hands-on experience. He has worked on harvesting contracts throughout the UK, Ireland, Germany, and the USA. He began his career as a chainsaw operator with the Forestry Commission, where he earned his forester qualifications but chose to pursue timber harvesting instead of management. He also qualified as a Forest Machine Operator Instructor, training the next generation of operators at Barony College in Parkgate, near Dumfries.
Being a part of the forest industry and being known by the people and contractors within it has been a huge asset to Forest Machine Magazine, as it has opened doors that remain closed to others.
In the nine years since its establishment, Forest Machine Magazine has built a network of highly experienced operators who provide reliable feedback when trialling equipment and accessories in real conditions.
Rab’s wife, Wendy, was initially a tree surgeon who worked at Canterbury Cathedral before transitioning to horticulture and specialising in plant propagation. She has played an instrumental role in Forest Machine Magazine, managing client relationships, photography, graphic design, and maintaining the website.
We made the decision this year for the website, monthly newsletter and our social media pages to be our sole outlets for information about current events, equipment, and features, allowing us to publish instantly rather than adhering to deadlines
Written by loggers for loggers, forestry is not just a job but a way of life.
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