Jim Howard transitions to board chairman after leading AHC Hardwood Group for four decades. Chris Rider to take over as CEO in major leadership shift.

Hampton Lumber is building a high-tech sawmill in Allendale County, SC for premium Southern Yellow Pine lumber, creating 125–140 jobs in the region.

Collins Pine Co.’s production facilities in Klamath Falls, Oregon, producing particleboard and wood siding, agreed to be acquired by the Swiss Krono Group.