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Japanese companies Idemitsu Kosan and Morisora Biorefinery have signed a memorandum of understanding with the aim of establishing a supply chain for 100% domestically produced ATJ1-SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) derived from bioethanol made from domestic wood resources. Source: Timberbiz By integrating domestically produced second-generation bioethanol derived from woody biomass (referred to as “E2G”) with the ATJ technology currently undergoing verification and evaluation by Idemitsu Kosan, the two companies will jointly explore the feasibility of establishing a supply chain that covers the entire process from feedstock development to SAF use within Japan. Morisora BR aims to produce E2G from domestic timber for use as a feedstock for SAF and other applications. The two companies will integrate the domestically produced E2G planned by Morisora BR with the ATJ-SAF production that Idemitsu Kosan is exploring for verification purposes and will conduct a comprehensive study covering the entire process from feedstock development to SAF use. Specifically, the companies will proceed with planning the logistics connecting the E2G production facility and the ATJ-SAF production plant in Japan, while also exploring ways to disseminate information about domestically produced ATJ-SAF and examining the institutional frameworks and enabling environment necessary for its social implementation. Through this initiative, they will work to identify and resolve challenges related to establishing a supply chain for domestically produced ATJ-SAF. In the aviation industry, the societal implementation of SAF is seen as an effective means of achieving decarbonization. There are several types of feedstocks and production methods for SAF, and currently, SAF production using HEFA3 technology is leading the way globally. However, securing feedstocks is a challenge for the widespread adoption of SAF, and diversifying these feedstocks is also required from the perspective of energy security. ATJ is a technology that can contribute to the stable procurement and diversification of feedstocks by using alcohol produced from various biomass as a raw material for SAF, and Idemitsu Kosan is undertaking a pilot production project to verify its feasibility. If a supply chain for ATJ-SAF using domestically produced E2G derived from non‑edible resources represented by woody biomass as a feedstock is established, it will be possible to complete the entire process, from feedstock production to product manufacturing, domestically while avoiding competition with food crops. Going forward, the two companies aim to enhance the feasibility of establishing a 100% domestically produced ATJ-SAF supply chain and contribute to decarbonization and energy security in Japan’s aviation sector.

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The new H820 harvester and 820 feller buncher models are the simplest, most compact, and lightest weight carriers in the Tigercat-TCi lineup. Source: Timberbiz The 820 feller buncher is best suited to the 5400 felling saw and best applied to small diameter timber and first thinning applications. It is equipped with a lighter weight ER boom with less lift capacity compared to the 822E feller buncher. The H820 harvester is equipped with a simple, conventional 10 metre boom system, best suited to the TCi 544 harvesting head. The H820 is an good solution for cost effective harvesting in small diameter timber stands and thinning applications where powerful lifting capacity is not a primary concern. The long-reach boom results in reduced machine travel for improved fuel economy and track component life. The lighter weight, lower capacity boom sets for both machines require less counterweight. This reduces the overall weight of the machine for improved fuel economy and track life, contributing to lower overall cost of ownership. Both boom systems offer a tight tuck for excellent performance in thinning applications. The 820 series machines will be marketed under the TCi brand in Europe.

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Long-term collaboration, industrial scalability and future-ready materials are driving the next chapter in sustainable panel production. Source: Timberbiz When Koskisen launched its Zero product family together with Stora Enso’s NeoLigno binder in 2022, the ambition was clear: to challenge conventional wood panel production with a safer and more sustainable alternative. Today, as the wood products industry prepares for increasingly stringent formaldehyde regulations and growing customer expectations around healthy materials, that early decision looks more relevant than ever. The collaboration between Koskisen and Stora Enso has now entered a new phase with the launch of Zero Flooring board/construction board — a new board within the Zero family designed for more demanding applications while maintaining the same formaldehyde-free profile. Unlike conventional fossil-based binders, NeoLigno is a bio-based binder derived from lignin, one of the main components naturally found in wood. The resulting Zero panels are free from added formaldehyde and other harmful compounds, offering a future-ready alternative for furniture and interior applications. “What makes this collaboration unique is that it has moved far beyond innovation pilots. Together with Koskisen, we have demonstrated that formaldehyde-free panels can work in large-scale industrial production while meeting high performance expectations,” said Tuomo Heikkinen, VP, Head of Bio-Based Chemicals at Stora Enso Biomaterials. For Koskisen, the launch of the original Zero Panel marked an important strategic step toward more sustainable and healthier material solutions. Since then, market interest has continued to grow as awareness around indoor air quality and upcoming regulation increases. “We saw early on that the market was moving toward safer and more sustainable materials. With Zero, we wanted to offer customers a genuinely different alternative — without compromising on quality or performance. The continued development of the Zero family shows that this direction is here to stay,” said Riitta Ahokas, RDI Manager at Koskisen. The introduction of Zero Flooring board/construction board demonstrates how the collaboration continues to evolve through product development and shared innovation ambitions. It also reflects a broader shift within the industry, where manufacturers are increasingly looking for renewable and lower-emission material solutions. As regulatory pressure grows across Europe, both companies believe the transition toward formaldehyde-free materials will accelerate further.

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