Sabah Imposes Logs Export Ban, India to Be Affected

Sabah, a state of Malaysia also known as the major source of hardwood logs to India, has announced to impose logs export ban with immediate effect. Although state says that the ban is temporary to ensure there is enough to meet domestic needs first. Shafie Apdal, newly sworn Chief Minister in the state, is reportedly in process of instructing the the state Forestry Department to immediately impose a ban on the export of logs from Sabah, however it is a temporary measure designed to safeguard the resources in Sabah. Speaking to reporters after being briefed by the Sabah Foundation, he said the ban would be in force until further notice. “The purpose of this ban is to ensure that logging activities are in direction of benefiting the state with better management ofresource wealth before it is exported,” he said.

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Canadian Wood Species: Well Priced Alternatives for High Value Solid Wood Furniture

CANADIAN WOOD SPECIES: WELL PRICED ALTERNATIVES FOR HIGH-VALUE SOLID WOOD FURNITURE MANUFACTURER PROFILE Ekbote Furniture has been in business for over 50 years and has a well-earned reputation for fine quality wooden furniture. They use a variety of sustainable hardwoods and softwoods mainly sourced from Europe.The company has a state-of-art manufacturing plant, pan-India retail presence, and online e-commerce. They come with an immense understanding of the Indian furniture market and are currently using steamed Beech, German spruce, and European pine. Read Full Article:- http://www.plyreporter.com/article/10031/canadian-wood-species-well-priced-alternatives-for-high-value-solid-wood-furniture