Review of the Carrefour International du Bois 2022 (16th edition)

The Fibois Pays de la Loire interprofession, organizer of this unique event in Europe, welcomed 607 exhibitors this year (vs. 563 in 2018). These wood professionals from some 40 different countries saw 14 visitors arrive, ie 000% more than during the previous edition. With an unprecedented attendance rate and a sharp increase in the number of foreign visitors, the Carrefour International du Bois has kept all its promises and is once again establishing itself as the unmissable highlight of the entire wood industry.

Message from President Jean Piveteau

“This 2022 edition is triply exceptional: the number of exhibitors was already a record, which is confirmed by the attendance rate, which has increased by more than 20% compared to the previous edition; but even more amazes me the upscaling of stands and product offerings. The wood sector has become truly professional and has nothing to do with what it was 30 years ago when the Carrefour International du Bois was created.”, says Jean PIVETEAU, President of Carrefour International du Bois.

A word from Jean Bureau, President of Fibois Pays de la Loire:

Wood, a biosourced material that brings hope and a future

“This edition is exceptional for the enthusiasm of the exhibitors and visitors, whose pleasure to meet again after such a long absence was truly palpable during these 3 days. It ends under the best auspices: a euphoric wood market and good future prospects for wood in its ecological aspect”, confirms Jean Bureau, President of Fibois Pays de la Loire.

A word from Géraldine Cesbron, General Commissioner of Carrefour International du Bois:

Innovation and upgrading of products at the heart of Carrefour International du Bois 2022

“It is obvious to the senses, it is visual, tangible, the current quality and technical nature of the products testify to the ability of the wood industry to meet the technological and ecological challenges of tomorrow”, enthuses Géraldine CESBRON, General Commissioner of Carrefour International du Bois.

Exhibitor testimonials

MDP Finishing, the Nantes SME taking part for the first time

First participation in the Carrefour International du Bois for this 100% local SME (Haute Goulaine, 44), subsidiary dedicated to wood varnishing of the MDP Group and nautical subcontracting, fitter and panel manufacturer. Owner of 2 varnish lines 1900 mm wide almost unique in Europe (only 2 machines in Europe), MDP Finishing came in search of new customers who would allow it to fully exploit its industrial jewel which is only 40% now. “We are very satisfied with the meetings we have had at the show, and we intend to occupy a prime position at the next edition”, says Jacky Bourgeais, MDP Finishing Manager.

Sierolam, 5th edition for the Spanish industrialist

5th participation for SieroLam, specialist in the first and second processing of wood from its own forests. Accustomed to this unique business meeting in Europe, SieroLam participates above all to retain its customers. “This edition has a special flavor for us, it was really important to us to recreate the link with our customers, whom we almost all managed to see in the space of 3 days”, explains Alexandre Flambard, International Business Development Manager.