West Fraser Timber Co Ltd 2009 AR2

The report outlines West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd.'s financial and operational performance for the fiscal year 2009, highlighting it as one of the most challenging years in the company's history due to the U.S. housing market collapse. Despite recording a net loss of $341 million, the company achieved positive cash flow from operating activities of $106 million and reduced its total debt. The report details the permanent closure of the Eurocan linerboard and kraft paper mill in Kitimat, B.C., and discusses the ongoing impact of the Mountain Pine Beetle epidemic. Additionally, it highlights the company's commitment to safety, sustainable forestry certifications, and efforts to reduce its carbon footprint.

Company: West Fraser Timber Co Ltd

Sector: Materials

Country: Canada

Year: 2009

Type: AR2

Pages: 76

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West Fraser Timber Co Ltd

West Fraser Timber Co Ltd 2009 Annual Report

Annual Report

The report outlines West Fraser Timber Co. Ltd.'s financial and operational performance for the fiscal year 2009, highlighting it as one of the most challenging years in the company's history due to the U.S. housing market collapse. Despite recording a net loss of $341 million, the company achieved positive cash flow from operating activities of $106 million and reduced its total debt. The report details the permanent closure of the Eurocan linerboard and kraft paper mill in Kitimat, B.C., and discusses the ongoing impact of the Mountain Pine Beetle epidemic. Additionally, it highlights the company's commitment to safety, sustainable forestry certifications, and efforts to reduce its carbon footprint.

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Document Details

Report Year

2009

Reporting Period

Jan 1, 2009 - Dec 31, 2009

Fiscal Year

2009

Published

Mar 26, 2010

Type

Annual Report with Sustainability Disclosures

Language

English

Pages

 

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