On May 6, ceremonies took place across Florida, Texas, Arizona, New York and California, where students signed letters of intent with employers and training programs, surrounded by family members, educators and industry leaders.

This recognition confirms that Garnica’s wood by-products used for energy generation meet the sustainability and traceability requirements established under the European Union’s Renewable Energy Directive (RED). It provides independent verification that biomass materials entering the energy supply chain are sourced, handles and utilizes in accordance with rigorous environmental standards.

Their appointments reinforce the NWB’s mission to modernize woodworking education and secure the industry’s future workforce.

A decade ago, in August 2016, a “1,000-year” storm dumped more than 20 inches of rain in 48 hours, causing catastrophic flooding in south Louisiana, including the town of Denham Springs. Nearly the entire town suffered severe damage, forcing thousands to evacuate their homes and businesses. Gator Millworks helped rebuild the community.

The MMS produces two separate indices. The Multifamily Production Index (MPI) had a reading of 44, unchanged year-over-year, while the Multifamily Occupancy Index (MOI) had a reading of 69, down 13 points year-over-year.

WOOD Taiwan 2026 ended on a high note, with thousands of visitors including buyers from 57 countries and regions in attendance.

Xylexpo, the biennial international exhibition dedicated to technology for the wood and furniture industries, is scheduled at FieraMilano-Rho next June 9 to 12, 2026. For this first time, this event is opening up new scenarios with Composites Future, the expo-conference for composite materials.

Specified Components Co. (SCC), a wood cabinet components supplier, has promoted Nathan T. Klomp to the role of CEO, effective immediately.

Marsh Cabinets, a family-owned cabinetry manufacturer based in High Point, North Carolina, is celebrating its 120th anniversary this June with a weeklong series of events honoring the people, partnerships and manufacturing foundation that have defined the company for more than a century.

Pella Corporation has appointed Emily Videtto as its next President and Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1, 2026. Videtto will assume the CEO duties currently held by Tim Yaggi upon his planned retirement. Her appointment reflects a deliberate and well-planned succession process led by the company’s Board of Directors.