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Brazil’s ExpoForest 2014 officially launched on 27 November
ExpoForest 2014 will be held from 21 to 23 May 2014 in Brazil. This event is becoming increasingly popular, and Logging-on predicts record turn-outs by both exhibitors and visitors from Brazil, South America and around the globe. The official launch for authorities, media and exhibitors will be held on 27 November 2012. For more information see www.expoforest.com.br

VTI investigates the cost benefits of using a 90 tonne log truck
The cost benefits of using a 90 tonne log truck compared with the conventional 60 tonne log truck in Sweden were studied. A theoretical 34% reduction in vehicle km was possible due to the 52% higher payload. The larger trucks were beneficial except where specific road and bridge restrictions resulted in the use of longer alternative routes. Source: www.vti.se/en/publications/cost-benefit-analysis-of-round-wood-transports-using-90-tonne-vehicles/
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