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ForestX acquires timber measurement products from Dalgas – strengthening its commitment to the digitalization of European forestry

ForestX has acquired the LogStackPro and LogStackLIDAR products from the Danish company Dalgas.

 

LogStackPRO and LogStackLIDAR are two digital measurement solutions for forest raw materials and timber stacks in the forestry and wood industry. LogStack products are currently used in Denmark, Germany, Hungary, and Poland. Over 2.5 million cubic meters of timber are measured annually by the products, a figure that is constantly rising. The products provide better control over volumes, quality, and logistics in the forestry value chain.

 

“We are delighted to have been entrusted with the continued management of LogStack products. Dalgas and his team have built a strong product and long-standing customer relationships, and we look forward to further developing this together with customers in Europe,” says Christer Lindqvist, founder and chairman of ForestX.

 

“By adding LogStack products to ForestX’s product portfolio, we can provide increased development resources and be a clear long-term owner with a focus on digitization of the forestry sector,” he continues

Christer Lindqvist, Marketing manager, ForestX

Strategic step for ForestX’s expansion in Europe

 

The acquisition strengthens ForestX’s offering in the European market. ForestX currently has employees in Germany and Italy/Austria and is leading several ongoing digitization projects for well-known European sawmill groups.

 

“This is a strategically important step for ForestX’s further expansion in Europe. LogSystem is a strong product with proven customer value, and we see great potential to further develop it as a central part of our platform for data-driven forestry,” says Christer Lindqvist.

Dalgas will continue to have a close relationship with ForestX and its products, including as a user and through continued collaboration on development.

 

“We are proud of the development LogSystem has had within Dalgas. ForestX is the right home for the next phase, with a full focus on product development and scalability. We look forward to continuing the collaboration in new forms,” says Morten Thorøe, Director of the Forest International department at Dalgas.

No change for existing LogStack customers

 

The acquisition means that ForestX will take over the business, including staff, and overall responsibility for further development, operation, and continued commercialization of the products. For existing LogStack customers, the takeover will not mean any change in daily use. Support, functionality, and data will not be affected, while ForestX plans to invest in further development, integrations, and new features in the long term.

About ForestX


ForestX is a fast-growing Swedish company specializing in digitization and modern IT solutions for the forestry and wood industry. With in-depth industry knowledge and modern technical solutions, ForestX supports the entire value chain from harvesting to finished product. ForestX has around 60 employees in Sweden, Europe, North America, and India. Its head office is located in Gothenburg. ForestX has been named a Gazelle by Dagens Industri for three years in a row for its rapid and healthy growth.

About LogStack products:



LogStackLIDAR – app-based timber measurement with LiDAR

  • LogStackLIDAR is an app-based measurement tool for raw timber stacks that uses the built-in LiDAR scanner in Apple Pro devices.
  • The tool requires no manual reference measurements, ensuring high accuracy and reducing human error. The user simply walks along the timber piles and scans them with their device.
  • LogStackLIDAR records GPS positions and allows manual entry of unique timber data. The final report includes details such as volume and diameter distribution.
  • Data is stored securely in the cloud, is available to business partners, and can be downloaded in various formats.

LogStackPRO – certified handheld device for photo measurement

  • LogStackPRO is a certified, handheld device designed for digital photo measurements of roundwood piles in forest environments.
  • It offers accurate and reliable measurements, reducing the risk of human error in timber assessment.
  • The device is similar in size to a tablet and enables real-time documentation of raw timber volumes and locations.
  • Enhanced with machine learning, it processes data on volume, status, and location instantly and securely.
  • LogStackPRO is unique in its ability to measure timber stacks without reference measurements and has a certified margin of error of less than three percent.

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Kristian Niklasson, Trimble Forestry: The Future of Forestry Is Data-Driven

The forestry industry holds vast amounts of data, but real value is unlocked only when this information is connected and refined. Kristian Niklasson, Regional Manager at Trimble Forestry, aims to use the Connected Forest platform to create seamless data flows that strengthen decision-making across the entire value chain.

 

Since early 2025, Kristian Niklasson has served as Account Executive and Regional Manager for Trimble Forestry in Scandinavia. His role also includes close collaboration with ForestX, Trimble Forestry’s partner in the Scandinavian market.

 

After a long career in senior positions at international software companies, Kristian Niklasson has in recent years focused on the forestry and wood industry.

 

His interest in forestry runs deep, both professionally and personally. In his brother-in-law’s forest in Ångermanland, Sweden, it’s all about practical work and hands-on knowledge, while on the job it’s advanced decision-support systems for Scandinavia’s leading forestry companies.

Kristian Niklasson, Account Executive and Regional Manager for Trimble Forestry in Scandinavia.

"The forestry industry is far more high-tech than people think"

– The forestry sector is much more digital, automated, and high-tech than I think most people realize. People outside the industry picture some old guy with a chainsaw, but it’s actually a highly advanced sector, especially in Scandinavia and Europe.

 

But today, the industry faces many challenges. The construction sector remains weak, currency fluctuations have an impact, and future climate change brings uncertainty.

 

– In the long term, it’s all about the many demands placed on the forest. It must replace fossil products, absorb carbon dioxide, and support biodiversity. Those who can best balance these aspects will be the ones who succeed in the transformation that is already underway, says Kristian Niklasson.

Data and AI – the key to making smarter decisions

The keys to moving forward in this new landscape already exist within the industry. One of forestry’s greatest strengths is the volume of data, but for it to be useful, it must flow seamlessly and be refined.

– There is an endless amount of information. Few industries have such detailed operational data, but the information isn’t always usable. We are working to create uninterrupted data flows, where information is linked to geographic locations and becomes true decision support, says Kristian Niklasson.

 

Connected Forest from Trimble Forestry is a digital platform that connects the entire forestry value chain, from planning and harvesting to transport and industrial processing. The platform collects, analyzes, and shares data in real time to improve efficiency, traceability, and decision-making. Its purpose is to create a more integrated, sustainable, and data-driven forestry sector by reducing manual work and optimizing resource use.

 

With the help of AI, the industry can take its next leap.

– AI can support decisions at every level, from strategic species selection to operational decisions out in the forest. The vision is to create systems where every user is supported in making better decisions, based on data, says Kristian Niklasson.

The data—and the insights drawn from it—must then be managed in a reality that is constantly changing. This requires great organizational flexibility, Kristian Niklasson explains:

– We need two speeds. We must be agile and ready for rapid change, while also thinking long-term, because forests grow in cycles of up to 100 years.

Future skills – from harvester operators to AI trainers

Kristian Niklasson emphasizes that the industry will require broad competencies in the future to meet the high expectations placed on the forest.

– We will need new kinds of expertise, everything from skilled machine operators to people who train AI models. To attract the right talent, the forest industry must show how exciting it really is, both technologically and environmentally.

 

He also highlights the importance of open, respectful, and curious dialogue about forestry, both within the industry and in society at large.

– The debate about forestry is sometimes polarized. That benefits no one. We need to collaborate and remain open to new ways of thinking.

During autumn 2025, Trimble Forestry and ForestX hosted two breakfast events to introduce the Connected Forest suite to the Swedish market.

Partnership that brings knowledge and networks

Trimble collaborates with ForestX on projects in the Scandinavian market.

– Through ForestX we gain access to a network and knowledge that are invaluable. They are a partner with both technical experts and forestry specialists who understand Swedish conditions. This allows us to offer Trimble’s global products uniquely adapted for Sweden, says Kristian Niklasson.

 

Throughout the autumn, Trimble Forestry and ForestX have met with both new and existing customers. Connected Forest is already used by several well-known Swedish forestry companies.

– Now that VIOL3 is in place and we have customers who have gone live, we’re seeing strong interest, and I’m convinced that we will soon have even more Connected Forest users in Sweden, says Kristian Niklasson.

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ForestX Participates at SAP Forestry Day in Seattle, USA

On October 28, 2025, leading companies and experts from the global forestry industry will gather at SAP Forestry Dayin Seattle, USA. ForestX will be present as a partner of SAP, and our planning and optimization tool, Optinex, will be showcased to the North American and global markets.

 

This year’s theme focuses on how intelligent cloud solutions and AI-based planning can create value across the entire value chain – from forest to finished product. Together with SAP, ForestX will demonstrate how Optinex is used to optimize sawmill production and connect planning, sales, and logistics in real time.

Carl Barck, CEO, ForestX

It is inspiring to see how quickly digitalization is transforming the forestry industry internationally. SAP Forestry Day is an important forum where technology, sustainability, and business value come together, and we are proud to contribute with our perspectives and experience, says Carl Barck, CEO of ForestX.

Pierre Rainville, Business Development Manager North America, ForestX

Participation in SAP Forestry Day is part of ForestX’s expansion into the North American market. Since autumn 2025, ForestX has had a local representative in the USA and Canada for customers, Pierre Rainville.

 

Optinex is available via SAP Store.

 

Read more about the event at SAP Forestry Day 2025.

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ForestX is growing: Robert Johansson joins with a sales focus on Sweden

Gothenburg

 

ForestX is further strengthening its forestry focus in Sweden and at the same time expanding its management team as Robert Johansson joins the company.

 

Forestry is far from new to Robert Johansson. After many years in senior sales positions at, among others, Imano and Tietoevry, he has worked with most of the major Nordic forestry companies.

 

– I have seen that customers across all industries are increasingly demanding industry-specific experience. That’s why it’s great to represent ForestX, which truly understands the customer’s business. Here we combine deep industry knowledge with technical expertise, says Robert, and continues:

 

– ForestX has products that are designed for the industry. A lot of knowledge is built into the products. This makes us relevant when meeting customers, and there are good opportunities to be a strategic partner and supplier.

 

Robert Johansson will be responsible for ForestX’s Swedish forestry clients, and his current focus is to get out and meet the forestry companies.

 

– This fall I will be visiting customers and learning more about their needs and what they see ahead, says Robert Johansson.

Robert Johansson will be based at ForestX’s headquarters in Gothenburg, working closely with Marketing Manager Christer Lindqvist.

Christer Lindqvist, Marketing Manager, ForestX

– I am pleased that Robert is now part of our sales team. This is a reinforcement for the Swedish market, and together we will be there for our existing and new customers, says Christer Lindqvist, Marketing Manager at ForestX.

 

There will also be opportunities to meet both Robert Johansson and Christer Lindqvist at the breakfast meetings that ForestX will hold together with Trimble Forestry in Falun and Växjö, as well as digitally, during the autumn.

 

Fully focusing on the forestry industry and working towards increased digitalization in the sector appeals to Robert Johansson on several levels:

 

– It is an important industry for Sweden. There is also strong societal engagement around the forest, for example through the many forest owners. One can feel proud to work in an industry that is part of the solution to future challenges.

Fact box:

 

Name: Robert Johansson
Title: Sales Manager Sweden

Favorite tree: A close tie between a nicely decorated Christmas tree and a copper beech

Best nature experience: I’m not sure if I dare to say this, but being out in the Gothenburg archipelago by boat, late or early in the season, when there are few boats around and the wind is calm, is fantastically relaxing.

Most used apps: DI, Spotify, LinkedIn

Three bookmarks in my browser: None, but maybe I should have some?

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ForestX Launches Forest data platform –Future-Proof Integration with VIOL3

ForestX proudly presents the Forest data platform – a powerful, standalone tool designed to manage and streamline the flow of information between any business system and VIOL3.

 

The transition to VIOL3 brings new demands on digital infrastructure and integration. Forest data platform has been developed by ForestX specifically for this purpose – with full focus on Swedish conditions and user needs.

– The platform simplifies, automates, and ensures the quality of the integration with VIOL3. Our customers can focus on using VIOL3 data instead of wondering why the integration isn’t working, says Jonas Erlandsson, Business developer at ForestX.

 

A platform built for the future
Forest data platform is cloud-based, independent, and can be integrated with any business system. This makes it a flexible solution for companies throughout the green sector – regardless of size or technical setup.

 

– Forest data platform supports any company doing business in VIOL3 but whose systems aren’t currently integrated with it. Many smaller forestry companies, energy providers, transport firms, and contractors could gain significant value from Forest data platform, explains Jonas Erlandsson.

 

– With Forest data platform, the connection to VIOL3 is taken care of, allowing you to focus on the data you need to manage from VIOL3 – not the integration itself.

 

Three reasons to choose Forest data platform:

  1. Independent:Integrates with any business system.
  2. Tailored for Sweden, built to last:Developed specifically for Swedish conditions by ForestX, which also handles ongoing development and support.
  3. Efficiency:Simplifies, automates, and secures the VIOL3 integration – saving time and ensuring smooth information flow.

Forest data platform is the result of ForestX’s deep industry expertise and close collaboration with stakeholders in the forestry sector. The platform is built not only for today’s needs – but also for the demands of tomorrow.

 

Want to learn more? Contact Jonas Erlandsson.

 

This is VIOL3

VIOL3 is a standardized digital message format used in the Swedish forestry sector, developed by Biometria. It facilitates electronic communication between forest companies, sawmills, and other stakeholders. The VIOL3 format supports the exchange of data related to timber trade, such as delivery notifications, measurements, settlements, and contract information. By using VIOL3, organizations can ensure more efficient, accurate, and secure data handling throughout the wood supply chain. It helps reduce manual work, minimize errors, and improve traceability in forestry operations.

 

The team behind Forest data platform:

  • Jonas Erlandsson
  • Linus Nestorsson
  • Oscar Johansson
  • Andreas Fagerberg
  • Vishal Bhat
  • Viswatej Parupudi

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Theo Bohlin to ForestX: I get to take the work to other levels

Växjö

 

From trainee to permanent job. Theo Bohlin is the new business developer at the office in Växjö.

Theo Bohlin came to ForestX in the fall of 2023 as an intern during his studies at Linnaeus University.

 

Since then, he has worked in the support that ForestX provides for users of CFHarvest.

– There I have gained a lot of experience and gained an understanding of how the systems work in practice with the users, says Theo Bohlin.

 

Now he has finished his studies at the program “Digital Business Development” and goes directly into the role of business developer at ForestX.

– Now I get to take the work to other levels and be involved in communication with customers and partner companies,

 

The colleagues at the Växjö office are of course familiar from before and are a great support.

– Everyone is so open and willing to share their knowledge. There is a strong will to make me understand the industry better and faster. It’s a very good transfer of skills, and it’s easy to get in touch with everyone in the company when I need it.

– It’s also great to see how alert everyone is, and what a pace it is. It is also clear what value we deliver. It will be fun and exciting to be part of it!

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Setra – Future-Proofing Order and Freight Management

Background

Setra is a Swedish wood industry company that processes and sells wood products, specializing in sawn and refined timber. With a global export reach, Setra is a key player in Sweden’s forestry sector.

ForestX has a long-standing partnership with Setra, providing continuous system management along with individual IT and digitalization projects.

 

Opportunity

Setra sought to modernize and future-proof its order management and freight calculation systems. The goal was to save time by streamlining workflows with a modern user interface, improving efficiency and usability.

 

Solution

ForestX developed and implemented new order and freight management functionalities within Setra’s existing system. These solutions were tailored to meet current business needs while being technically robust for future adaptations.

Key enhancements included:

  • Expanded functionality, including a more efficient search feature, seamless linking, and faster access to documents.
  • Customization to align with Setra’s operational requirements.
  • Improved technical stability to support future changes.
Malise-Setra

Malise Johansson

Customer Service Setra

“We can now create customized reports for customers, such as delivery schedules and summaries of loading orders. We also have greater flexibility to adapt the system to changing needs. The system is more efficient, more flexible, and makes our work easier.”

Approach

The order management and freight calculation components of the ERP system have been migrated to a modern, web-based platform by ForestX.

 

The focus has been on adapting the application to meet current business needs and processes while minimize risk while ensuring maximum performance, long-term stability and maintainability. A key objective has been to build a highly flexible solution that can easily evolve alongside the business, supporting future requirements as they emerge.

 

Setra’s new ERP platform is built using Angular and Material Design, providing a scalable and user-friendly foundation for ongoing development.

Karin Gröndahl

Karin Gröndahl
Project manager ForestX

“Managing orders and freight is essential to the business, so replacing the system that supports these processes has naturally been a highly complex project. The end result and seeing how what we’ve built at ForestX can make such a significant impact, is incredibly rewarding. This is what drives me – solving problems and making things work.”

Results

The project delivered significant improvements, ensuring a scalable and efficient system for the future:

  • Adaptable and flexible technology
  • Increased operational reliability
  • Time savings through streamlined workflows
  • Higher data quality
  • Modern and user-friendly interface
  • System support for various transport setups
  • Prepared to use Azure cloud for all managed services 

About Setra

Setra is one of Sweden’s largest wood industry companies. The company processes raw forest materials into sawn timber, glulam, components, and cross-laminated timber (CLT), at its eight production units across Sweden. Setra has approximately 800 employees and an annual turnover of around SEK 4 billion, with exports accounting for about 70% of sales to markets in Europe, the USA, North Africa, the Middle East, Asia, and Australia.

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ForestX Expands: Allan Flink joins as partner with focus on Optinex in Finland and the Baltics

ForestX continues to grow. With a strategic base in forestry-driven Finland, Allan Flink joins ForestX as a partner.

 

Allan Flink brings extensive experience from the forestry and bio-industries, having worked across Scandinavia, Europe, and the United States.

 

In his role at ForestX, Allan Flink will primarily focus on the planning and optimization tool Optinex. Optinex is already used by well-known European players such as Rubner, Pfeifer, and Mayr-Melnhof. In addition, a couple of major Swedish sawmill industries are currently evaluating Optinex.

– We’re already seeing the profitability that Optinex can deliver and how it enables simulation of various financial scenarios. Optinex offers great opportunities for companies, and I’m convinced that it’s the right way forward for sawmills and wood processing industries, says Allan Flink.

Allan Flink, Partner in Finland and Baltics

– We’re already in contact with interested companies in Finland and the Baltics. I look forward to continuing those conversations, as well as meeting others at LIGNA soon.

 

The need for digital tools and the accompanying change management is significant throughout the forestry and wood industries.

– We live in turbulent times and must be able to quickly navigate, for example, changes in raw material availability or shifts in market demand, says Allan Flink.

 

Although the focus is on Optinex, ForestX’s full portfolio of expertise is available to these new markets. ForestX also offers consulting services covering the entire forestry value chain.

 

Over the years, Allan Flink and the team at ForestX have crossed paths many times.

– We go way back – we know each other, we know the industry, and we trust each other.

 

The ForestX management sees great opportunities in the cooperation with Allan Flink;

– We are pleased that Allan wants to join us as a ForestX partner. Through our previous long relationship between us, we know the knowledge and capacity that Allan possesses. Through Allan we get a strong partner that increases our presence in Finland and the Baltics for new Optinex customers, says Carl Barck, CEO and co-founder of ForestX.

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Carl Barck, CEO, ForestX

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ForestX and danish company Dalgas in collaboration on unique measurement products

Gothenburg / Viborg
Quickly scan timber piles and get reliable information easily compiled. The LogStack products from Dalgas are now part of ForestX’s digital product portfolio.

 

ForestX and Danish company Dalgas have entered into a cooperation agreement regarding the products LogStackPRO and LogStackLIDAR. Both products share user-friendly and high-quality timber measurement capabilities.

 

– This collaboration strengthens our product portfolio. These are two products that create real added value for customers and already hold a strong market position, says Christer Lindqvist, Marketing Director at ForestX.

Christer Lindqvist, Marketing Manager, ForestX

The products perform timber measurements up to six times faster compared to manual methods. The margin of error is under three percent, and the precise measurements are displayed instantly.

 

– The market demands high-quality measurement of raw wood, and that is exactly what we focus on delivering from LogSystems. We ensure a market-compliant measurement that guarantees high transparency in the raw wood trade, says Jens Fuglsang Røge, Business Manager, Dalgas. 

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Jens Fuglsang Røge, Business Manager Dalgas

LogStack products are currently used in Denmark, Germany, Hungary and Poland. More than 2,5 million cubic meters of timber are measured annually with these products—a number that continues to grow.

 

 

– We are already working with well-known players in the European sawmill industry. This partnership is another step in strengthening our position in the digitization of the forestry and wood industries in Europe, says Christer Lindqvist.

Read about how LogStackLIDAR is used by the German state of Baden-Württemberg.

Dalgas is owned by the Danish Hedeselskabet and underwent a name and organizational change in 2024. ForestX has had a long-standing collaboration with the unit formerly known as HedeDanmark. 

– The collaboration with ForestX on LogStackPRO and LogStackLIDAR strengthens our ability to deliver accurate and reliable measurements, creating added value for our customers and supporting the digitization of the forest and wood industry in Europe, Jens Fuglsang Røge says. 

 

Both parties see great advantages in the collaboration; ForestX will market the products in its operational markets, and Dalgas can utilize ForestX’s services for their customers and projects.

Fact Box

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Gustav Claesson, ForestX: “Challenges aren’t always due to the IT system”

Gustav Claesson is the consultant at ForestX who prefers not to talk too much about IT. His driving force lies in project management, process mapping, and needs analysis.

 

Gustav Claesson is a trained forester and has previously worked in business development, marketing, and sales. For the past year and a half, he has been working at ForestX as a consultant.

– There’s a lot of momentum at ForestX right now, things are happening, and we’re moving forward, he explains his choice of employer, and continues:

– At ForestX, I can work as a consultant while still being part of a team. I didn’t want to work completely on my own—I’m a social person.”

Gustav Claesson, Project manager, ForestX

Breadth with a European Perspective


He sees several advantages in working as a consultant with some of Sweden’s and Europe’s leading forestry and sawmill companies.

– You get to learn from different companies, and that provides many valuable perspectives.

 

Currently, Gustav Claesson is project manager for a part of the larger initiative that ForestX is undertaking together with Holmen Skog. Alongside his colleague Johan Hedlund, he is working on process mapping and needs analysis to create a strategically anchored foundation for Holmen to identify the next steps in their development work.

Workshop with Holmen and ForestX

Understanding the current state and needs before discussing IT solutions


This is exactly the area Gustav prefers to work in—needs analysis and process mapping, looking at both the current state and the future—essentially before the word “IT solution” is even mentioned.

– By identifying the customer’s current state, we capture the challenges they face today. And those challenges aren’t necessarily due to the IT system. They could be about workflows, routines, or something else entirely.

– It’s also important to build trust for the future changes these types of projects lead to. That means really listening to what the organization thinks. It’s also vital to identify good practices that could be scaled up across the organization.

 

There are many aspects of this phase of the process that Gustav appreciates:

– I get to talk to a lot of different people. Through interviews and meetings, I hear different perspectives. Mapping processes, which I’m doing a lot of in my current project, can be difficult. But I find it very rewarding to succeed in creating simple and understandable documentation out of complex, parallel processes.

 

The work also involves a great deal of creativity—translating needs and moving from the current state to the desired future state. That part usually includes fun and challenging workshops.

Johan Hedlund and Gustav Claesson, ForestX

Dynamic collaboration benefits the customer


Another important part of ForestX’s work is the collaboration between colleagues and the dynamic that comes from it. In Gustav’s case, it’s his partnership with colleague Johan Hedlund.

– Together, we form a dynamic team. Johan brings creativity, a challenging approach, and deep industry and IT knowledge. I contribute more structured qualities in project management and documentation. Together, it’s a strong concept that benefits the customer.

– This is a concept we’re confident we can further develop and apply with more clients.

 

Gustav Claesson’s current project will be completed in the spring.

– After this, Europe might be next for me. My colleague Torben Hansen in Hamburg and I are discussing potential joint projects in Germany.

Fact Box: Atlas
ForestX is now two years into its collaboration with Holmen Skog. The project, named Atlas, is extensive and touches on many core processes.

 

Holmen is one of Sweden’s largest forest owners. The business area Holmen Skog is responsible for managing and developing the group’s land holdings, which total approximately 1.3 million hectares.

 

Holmen Skog is the first in Sweden and Scandinavia to choose Trimble Forestry’s Connected Forest suite as a comprehensive forestry business system. The decision to implement Connected Forest is rooted in Holmen’s strategic aim to work in a more data-driven way.

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