Timber Exchange Podcast

Timber Exchange Podcast

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Timber Exchange Podcast episodes

  • Podcast: Digitizing trade with Egypt & ACID with Vjeran Ortynski (Chief Business Development Officer, CargoX)

    In this episode, we bring on board Vjeran Ortynski (Chief Business Development Officer, CargoX) in discussion with Amir Rashad (CEO, Timber Exchange), to speak about the New ACID (Advance Cargo Information Declaration) regulations in Egypt, the recent partnership between the two organizations, and what it means for the future of global trade.

    Key Points of Discussion:

    1. The cooperation between CargoX and Egypt and its inception
    2. How does the ACID system work, and what should the shippers/exporters know
    3. How is the ACID system beneficial?
    4. What is the reality behind the common misconceptions people have about the ACID system?
    5. How the partnership between CargoX and Timber Exchange creates value for companies in the forestry industry?
    6. What are the upcoming improvements planned by CargoX in ACID filing?
    7. Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/podcast-details/digitizing-trade-with-egypt-and-acid

      You can get more information on the global supply chain and the Egypt ACID regulations by visiting https://www.timber.exchange/.

      43 min
    8. Webinar: Performance and Forecast of North American Timber Markets

      In this episode of our Global Timber Market Webinar Series, we discussed "Performance and Forecast of North American Timber Markets” with Russ Taylor, CEO, Russ Taylor Global and Christian Provost, VP, Boscus.
      Moderated by Mr. Amir Rashad, CEO of Timber Exchange, this webinar featured a thorough understanding of the North American timber market and the complex implications it has on the global scene. Here's a sneak peek at some of the key points that were covered: 
      - US wood procurement and consumption 
      - Industry Expectations on price development 
      - The Role of Euro SPF on the US Market 
      - Discussing potential forecasts for the future 
      And much more!
      **Followed by a Q&A session with the Audience**

      Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/webinar-details/performance-and-forecast-north-american-timber-market

      1 hr 25 min
    9. Webinar: New Egyptian Customs ACID Regulations - September 2021 Updates

      In this episode of our Global Timber Market Webinar Series, we discussed "New Egyptian Customs ACID Regulations - September 2021 Updates” with Mai Taha, Business Development Manager and Joacim Knapp, Product Head of Centersource Technologies.
      Moderated by Mr. Amir Rashad, CEO of Timber Exchange, this webinar featured a thorough understanding of the new Egyptian customs ACID regulations and the implications it has on the global scene. Here's a sneak peek at some of the key points that were covered:
      -The most up-to-date information on the new procedures
      -The requirements and obligations on exporters. 
      -The latest amendments and how you can reduce the risk of non-compliance through automation and smart tools.
      And much more!
      **Followed by a Q&A session with the Audience**

      Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/webinar-details/new-egyptian-customs-acid-regulations

      1 hr 12 min
    10. Podcast: Analysing the container ocean freight market & dynamics, with Alan Murphy (CEO, Sea Intelligence) & Bjorn Vang Jensen (VP, Sea Intelligence)

      In this episode of our podcast, we bring on board Alan Murphy (CEO & Founder) and Bjorn Vang Jensen (Vice President, Advisory Services of Sea Intelligence Maritime Analysis in Denmark to discuss what the global ocean freight market looks like today and what we might expect from current trends.

      Key discussion points:

      1. An introduction to Sea Intelligence and what it aims at achieving
      2. The reason behind the skyrocketing freight rates since the pandemic
      3. Analysing high global demand today
      4. Trends and shifts in the ocean freight market
      5. What shippers can leverage to negotiate with shipping lines
      6. How ocean freight alliances work
      7. Forecasting market rates and dynamics
      8. The role and value tools, and data in the shipping industry
      9. Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/podcast-details/analysing-container-ocean-freight-market

        You can get more information on the global supply chain by visiting https://www.timber.exchange/

        1 hr 24 min
      10. Webinar: Egyptian ACID - Introduction to Obligations & Best Practices

        In this episode of our Global Timber Market Webinar Series, we discussed "Egyptian ACID - Introduction to Obligations & Best Practices” with Mai Taha, Business Development Manager and Joacim Knapp, Product Head of Centersource Technologies.
        Moderated by Mr. Amir Rashad, CEO of Timber Exchange, this webinar featured a thorough understanding of the new Egyptian customs ACID regulations and the implications it has on the global scene. Here's a sneak peek at some of the key points that were covered:
        • The role and responsibilities of exporters, sawmills, importers, freight forwarders, shipping lines, CargoX & Timber Exchange 
        • Process analysis 
        • Important points to consider, such as what if there is a short shipment or what is the responsibility of the sawmill if a trader is an exporter 
        • Best Practice recommendation 
        • How to reduce risk and automate compliance with the regulation
        And much more!
        **Followed by a Q&A session with the Audience**

        Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/webinar-details/egyptian-acid-webinar-best-practices-obligations

        1 hr
      11. Podcast: MENA timber market performance & future, with Engr. Ammar Quzeih (CEO of Al Rashed Group), Guillaume Hotelin (Deputy CEO of Comarbois) & Yahia Saidi (GM of Al Essami)

        For the first time ever three leading companies from different parts of the MENA region sit down to discuss the similarities between their markets, performance and future. We discuss among many topics including timber consumption, economic recovery, effect of higher prices, supply related challenges and how they are using technology to compete globally.

        Focus areas;

        • Introduction to the Saudi, Moroccan and Jordanian timber markets
        • Effect of pandemic on the timber market & changes as a result
        • Changing global market dynamics and role of the MENA market
        • Activity forecast over the next 6 to 12 months
        • Logistics and supply chain challenges over the past year and how they were overcome
        • Importance of affordable housing for young and growing populations
        • Examples of how technology is used to achieve a sustainable competitive advantage
        • Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/podcast-details/mena-timber-market-performance-and-future

          Find market data on  production, inventory, prices, news, trade volumes, container line performance at www.timber.exchange

          1 hr 7 min
        • Podcast: A Scandinavian perspective on Asian timber markets, logistics & technology, with Håkan Persson SCA & Christer Bladh SÖDRA

          In this episode, Håkan Persson (MD of SCA Timber Hong Kong) and Christer Bladh (VP Sales of Södra) discuss the Asian timber markets in depth - how they work, what makes them unique, challenges during covid and what the future might hold. 

          Key discussion points;

          1. What is unique, challenging and interesting about the Asian timber markets compared to other markets across the world
          2. How active is your company in Asia and how do you balance sales
          3. What factors led to increasing timber prices over the last year
          4. How have different markets and sectors reacted to higher prices and how have consumption patterns changed
          5. How has the logistics situation and container shortage effected your work
          6. Do you think global timber market dynamics have changed and are the changes here to stay
          7. Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/podcast-details/scandinavian-perspective-on-asian-timber-markets

            https://www.timber.exchange

            https://www.centersource.io


            48 min
          8. Podcast: Interviewing Russ Taylor & Martin Hermansson on shifts in global tradeflows, supply gaps, changing demand patterns & global market outlook

            In this episode I speak to two experts and industry leaders, Russ Taylor (CEO Russ Taylor Global) & Martin Hermansson (Novoyeniseiskiy Wood-Chemical complex/NE Sawmill) on how the global timber markets are performing today and how they are expected to continue performing.

            Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/podcast-details/shift-in-global-tradeflows-and-global-market-outlook

            www.timber.exchange

            www.centersource.io

            1 hr 1 min
          9. Podcast: Interviewing MaterialsXchange on digitization of the US lumber market, market performance/outlook & role of technology in trade

            In our first episode with our special guests Mike Wisnefski and Ashley Boeckholt from MaterialsXchange we discuss;  Digitization of US lumber markets and its benefits,  how the US market operates today and its outlook and finally the future of the industry and what technology can contribute in the near and long term.

            Check out this episode on our website: https://www.timber.exchange/podcast-details/digitization-of-us-lumber-market

            Find out more at

            www.timber.exchange

            www.centersource.io

            www.materialsxchange.com

            39 min

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          A podcast dedicated to discussing global markets and innovations within the timber industry, featuring exclusive interviews with industry leaders. A global and established industry like forestry can be very conservative, yet it’s not static. We're here to give you insights into the minds of decision-makers across the world and innovators.