At a time when many competitors in the industry are struggling to secure raw material, Norra Skog’s record contracting is particularly significant. It provides Norra Timber and its customers with certainty for the future and ensures a stable raw material base in an uncertain market.
Timber contracting means that Norra Skog and the forest owner agree in advance on harvests, specifying timing and clear terms. This provides security for the forest owner while also ensuring the industry has predictable access to timber.
“Reaching this record is fantastic. It shows that our integrated model works. For forest owners, contracting offers security and long-term planning, while for the industry it ensures a stable timber flow even when the market fluctuates, says Patrik Jonsson, Head of Forest & Timber at Norra Skog.
Norra Skog’s success is built on a comprehensive offering to its members. Services such as forest economics, road maintenance, clearing, and property brokerage support forest owners at every step – from planning to execution.
“By contracting timber well in advance, we can optimize timing, quality, and price. This creates stability for forest owners, contractors, transporters, and not least the industry. Everything is connected in a complex flow, so stability and long-term planning are essential, Jonsson adds.
A mild autumn and a high number of appeals against harvests have affected forest planning and availability. Despite these challenges, the association has delivered a stronger year than 2024, both in terms of timber flows and demand for complementary services.
For Norra Timber’s industrial operations, this high level of contracting is directly crucial.
“Entering 2026 with such strong contracting is extremely positive for our competitiveness. Our sawmills rely on a stable and predictable raw material base. This volume allows us to optimize production and continue developing our facilities long-term, says Henrik Jönsson, Industrial Manager at Norra Timber.
He continues:
“When parts of the industry struggle to secure raw material, we are especially proud that, together with our members, we can actually increase production levels. This ensures that both we and our timber customers can feel confident about the future. A stable inflow is essential for delivering high quality and continuing to grow in our markets.