Italian exports of wood processing machinery were better than expected in the fourth quarter of 2012, according to the industry association Acimall. As a result, the full year ended up being better than forecast for the industry. Italian producers’ revenues (excluding tools) fell to €1.153bn in 2012. Just a few weeks ago, Acimall had projected an 8 % decline. The Italian market remains the main problem for manufacturers of wood processing machinery. Business in other EU countries also dropped by 6 % to €524m.
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http://www.euwid-wood-products.com/news/miscellaneous/single/Artikel/acimall-slump-not-as-bad-as-expected-in-2012.html
