Date: 4th July 2007
Venue: Dewan Tun Hussien Onn

The timber industry is an important resource-based industry in Malaysia and continues to play an important role in its socio-economic development. In 2006, the export of timber and timber products totalled RM 23.4 billion, registering a 10.4% increase over 2005. Of the total, furniture constituted over RM 7 billion worth of exports in the year.

With the acceleration in globalisation, coupled with integration of markets, harmonisation of standards are taking centre stage. Therefore, standardisation activities undertaken regionally and internationally will enhance competitiveness in the timber industry.

Today, the ability to comply with change to standards, regulations and codes is important to ensure market access. Timely updates on all the key changes and proposals will enable the industry to make the most of opportunities.

This seminar will update participants on current developments that affect the industry, in particular, standardization efforts and latest research findings with regards to timber.

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