WoodEMA 2025
  Conference opening

• Assoc. Prof. Matej Jošt, President of WoodEMA i.a., University of Ljubljana, Biotechnical Faculty, Department of Wood Science and Technology
   
• Prof. Živka Meloska, Ss Cyril and Methodius University, Faculty of Design and Technologies of Furniture and Interior, Skopje, North Macedonia
   

  WoodEMA 2025
  Invited papers

• Ventsislavova Georgieva, D., Tsakova, I.
  Regulatory Sandboxes in the Furniture Industry: Challenges and Opportunities (pdf )
• Kropivšek, J., Oblak, L., Jošt, M., Goropečnik, L., Remic, K., Gačo Jež, A., Zupančič, A.
  Trends and Main Challenges in the Wood Industry in Slovenia (pdf )
• Kaputa, V., Maťová, H., Táborecká, J., Olšiaková, M.
  Wood-Based Circular Bioeconomy and its Promotion in Europe (pdf )

  WoodEMA 2025
  Sustainability and Circular Economy in Forest and Wood-Based Sectors

• Blagoev, D.
  Circular Economy and Sustainability in Wood Production Sector Based on Recycling (the Bulgarian Experience)
• Antonova, K.
  The Role of Sustainable Forest Management in the Transition to a Circular Economy
• Miloshevska Janakieska, M., Kitek Kuzman, M.
  Architectural Perspectives on Wood Reuse Within Circular Construction in North Macedonia (pdf )
• Perić, I., Vukman, K., Posavec, S., Beljan, K., Ištvanić, J.
  Exploring the Potential of Digitization in Advancing the Circular Economy in the Wood-Based Sector (pdf )
• Osvaldová, M., Potkány, M., Lesníková, P.
  A Model for Quantifying Potential Cost Savings in the Wood Industry for Products Utilizing Recycled Materials
• Slavova, G., Georgieva, T.
  Conceptual Models for Enhancing Sustainable Management in Forestry and Agricultural Sectors
• Angova Kolevska, N.
  Development of Local Exposure Model of Timber Structures in the City of Strumica
• Grujoska-Kuneska, J.
  The Role of Wood in Sustainable Architectural Design (pdf )
• Mihailova, M., Marinov, P.
  Small Forest Farms a Path to Sustainability in Bulgaria
• Miloshevska Janakieska, M.
  Sustainable Façade Redesign With Engineered Wood Products: A Case Study of Hotel Montana
• Ibrahimi, A., Kitek Kuzman, M., Sandberg, D.
  The Role of Wood in Albanian Traditional Residential Towers: Structural and Cultural Significance (pdf )
• Atanasov, A.
  Integrating Sustainability Information Through Value Chain Disclosures: Insights from the Wood-Based Industries
• Todorova, D., Gergova, N.
  Impact of Transport on Forests - A Concept for Sustainable Development
• Vlosky, R.
  Cross-laminated Timber in the U.S. South: Changes in Sector Influencer and Sawmill Engagement Over the Past 7 Year (pdf )

  WoodEMA 2025
  Economic, Financial and Logistics Perspectives

• Gejdoš, M., Potkány, M.
  Economic Calculation of Health Risks in Long-Term Storage and use of Biomass (pdf )
• Iliev, I.
  Sustainable Practices in the Furniture Manufacturing Process for MSMES
• Stefanova, M., Kanev, D., Agai, L.
  Forestry Logistics and Sustainability – Adaptation to Price Challenges
• Stefanova, M., Stoyanova, A., Kirechev, D., Marinova, V.
  Forestry, Logistics and Artificial Intelligence in the Context of New Regulations
• Tsap, V., Tulai, O., Yatsuh, R.
  Ensuring the Export Potential of Ukraine's Forestry Sector Under Conditions of Sustainable Development
• Yatsukh, O., Zhuravlova, I., Tsap, V.
  Digital Platforms for the Financial and Economic Support of Forestry Enterprises: The Experience of Ukraine
• Parobek, J., Dzian, M., Nosáľová, M.
  Comparative Advantages of Slovak Forest Products in the EU Market (pdf )
• Ventsislavova Georgieva, D., Marinova Georgieva, T.
  Cluster Analysis of the Furniture Industry and Agribusiness in Bulgaria: Innovation Potential, Challenges, and Development Opportunities
• Marinova Geogieva, T., Ventsislavova Georgieva, D.
  Innovation Potential of Low-Technology Sectors: The Case Study of the Forestry Sector and Agribusiness in Bulgaria
• Nestorov, N., Ventsislavova Georgieva, D.
  Geographical Concentration and Stability of Furniture Exports From Bulgaria
• Neykov, N., Ivanova, A., Popova-Terziyska, R., Deliyska, B.
  Efficiency Analysis of Pellet Producing Enterprises: A Data Envelopment Analysis (DEA) Approach to Bulgarian Wood Processing
• Stamenkoska, A., Meloska, Ž., Meloska, A., Petrovska, I., Antovska I., Temelkova, A.
  The State of Export and Import of Wood Products and Furniture in the Republic of North Macedonia: Trends and Strategies for Growth (pdf )
• Iliev, T., Borisova, L., Rashkova, G.
  Assessment of the Competitiveness of Commercial Facilities of Companies from the Furniture Industry of Bulgaria (Following the Example of "Mebeli Videnov" and Ikea)
• Wanat, L., Kusiak, W., Sarniak, Ł., Wieruszewski, M.
  Selected Aspects of the Tree Stands Economic use Damaged by Hurricane (Windfalls) - The Regional Forestry Case of Poland
• Wieruszewski, M., Wanat, L., Kusiak, W., Sarniak, Ł.
  Variation of Coniferous Sawnwood Material Efficiency on the Case of the Quantity-Dimensional Structure of Roof Trusses: Selected Economic and Ecological Aspects
• Wieruszewski, M., Sarniak, Ł., Kusiak, W., Wanat, L.
  Economic Dilemmas of Quantitative Changes in the Partition of Woody Biomass in Pellet Production - The Case of Poland
• Wanat, L., Kusiak, W., Sarniak, Ł.
  Optimization or Integration and Unification? Space-Filling Programming Challenges for Transport Vehicles in Roundwood Logistics
• Kolev, K.
  Multinationl Enterprises and the Timber Value Chain: Integrating Sustainability into Global Business Strategies

  WoodEMA 2025
  Management, Investment and Innovation

• Nováková, R., Plaksiuk, O., Habiňáková, E.
  Environmental Taxes as a Means of Supporting Sustainable Development of the Country With a Focus on the Forestry Industry (pdf )
• Pauliková, A., Nováková, R.
  Support for Sustainability in Auditing Integrated Management Systems in the Wooden Interior Design Industry
• Pirc Barcic, A., Ivanis, I., Motik, D., Tafro, A., Obrankovic, J., Jelacic, D.
  Innovation Activity in Wood-Based Industry – European Union and Croatian Perspective (pdf )
• Richnák, P.
  Electromobility as Key Factor in the Sustainable Modernization of Wood Processing Enterprises
• Kánová, M., Lesníková, P., Janáková Sujová, A.
  The Role of Agility in Achieving the Sustainability and Investment Capability of Wood Processing Companies
• Gejdoš, P.
  Increasing the Performance of Slovak Wood Processing Companies on the Platform of Quality Management Systems
• Angelova-Stanimirova, A.
  Main Indicators for Evaluating the Social Impact of Research Projects in the Forestry-Based Sector
• Angelova-Stanimirova, A.
  Essential Components of Management Control Systems in the Forestry-Based Sector
• Palátová, P., Dudík, R.
  Human Resources in Czechia: Integrating the Gender-Dimension for the Sustainability of the Forest-Based Sector (pdf )
• Varamezov, L., Petrova, S., Todorova, L., Stanev, Y.
  Innovation and Sustainable Development of European Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises in the Wood Processing Industry
• Janáková Sujová, A., Halász, M.
  Agility Perception and Awareness in Slovak Woodprocessing and Furniture Companies
• Wanat, L., Klimek, J., Kusiak, W., Sarniak, Ł.
  People - Forest - Wood: Inclusive Integration Models. The Case of the Kobierzyn Urban Forest Park in the Kraków Metropolitan Area in Poland (pdf )
• Janáková Sujová, A., Simanová, Ľ.
  Crisis as the Challenge Through Agile Approach in Slovak Woodprocessing Companies
• Baltova, S.
  Furniture-as-a-Service: Benefits and Barriers on the Pathway to Sustainability
• Wanat, L.
  Integrated Development of Forest and Wood-Based Sciences on the Background of the University Idea

  WoodEMA 2025
  Artificial Inteligence and Digital Innovation

• Dombashov, R.
  Challenges and Opportunities in Managing Forestry Industry Enterprises with Artificial Intelligence
• Hirtl, M., Pauliková, A., Hrablik Chovanová, H.
  AI-Driven Quality Management in the Wood Industry: Enhancing Standards Through Automation and Data-Driven Insights
• Kollárová, D., Ungerová, M.
  The Role of Virtual and Augmented Reality in Communicating and Selling Furniture
• Slavova, G.
  Feasibility of Applying Artificial Intelligence in the Design and Renewal of Forest Buffer Zones in Bulgaria
• Antonova, K.
  Digital Transformation of the Forestry Sector in the Context of Industry 5.0
• Markova, S.
  Precision Farming Technologies As a Factor for Addressing the Scarcity of Agronomy Expertise in Tree Planting: A Review

  WoodEMA 2025
  Market Trends, Marketing and Customer Engagement

• Krasteva, N., Mileva, S., Potebnya, A.
  Gamified Marketing in e-Commerce for Furniture Retail in Bulgaria
• Mileva, S., Krasteva, N., Alexova, D.
  Gamification of Traditional Bulgarian Woodcarving as a Cultural Heritage Tourism Product (pdf )
• Ilieva, G.
  Sustainability Preferences of Customers and their Impact on Purchasing Furniture
• Davidkov, T., Krasteva, N., Potebnya, A.
  Communication Between Salespersons and Customers in the Furniture Market – Does Gamification Improve Interaction Outcomes? (pdf )
• Ivanova, M.
  Forest-Based Business Models in Cultural and Creative Tourism in Rural and Remote Areas: A Business Model Canvas Approach
• Domljan, D., Iliev, B., Lukež, N., Vlaović, Z.
  Cultural Heritage of Istria as Inspiration for Furniture Design in Tourist Accommodation
• Mileva, S., Istatkova, A., Krachanova, M.
  Beyond Functionality: Wooden Interior Elements as Carriers of Cultural Identity and Sustainability in the Educational Environment (pdf )
• Petrović, S., Borota, D.
  Cork Flooring Market in Selected Non-EU Countries With an Analysis of Barriers to its Development (pdf )

  WoodEMA 2025
  Policy, Legal Framework and ESG Reporting

• Pozharevska, R., Bacheva, S.
  Intellectual Property and "Green" Accounting – Levers for Sustainable Development of the Forestry Sector and its Derivative Industries
• Glavonjić, B., Lazarević, A., Kalem, M.
  Inventory of Wood Energy Consumption and GHG Emissions grom Wood Fuel Combustion: A Case Study of Central Serbia
• Kostyakova, A.
  Transparency in Accounting and Auditing of Ukrainian Timber: EITI Reporting as a Factor of Sustainable Development
• Zhelyazkova, V.
  From Policy to Practice: Circular Economy Transitions in the EU and Their Impact on the Forest-Based Industry
• Zhelev, Z.
  Green Taxes as a Tool for Sustainable Development in the Forest Industry: Approaches and Impacts
• Šatanová, A.
  Wood Industry in the Slovak Republic
• Dzianová, L., Paluš, H., Loučanová, E.
  ESG and the Forest-Based Industries in Slovakia: Theoretical Background and Implementation Challenges
  (pdf )
• Kostova, S.
  Key Indicators for Assessing Dual Materiality in the Wood Industry
• Filipova, F., Atanasov, A., Marinova, R., Zapryanova, T.
  Information from Cash Flow Statements and Sustainable Bank Lending: Insights from the Wood-Based Sector
• Petrović, S.
  European Standards for the Quality of Cork Floors and Regulations for Their Placing on the EU Market
• Mitova, R., Grigorov, B., Todorov, L., Assenova, M.
  GIS-Based Indicators for Monitoring the Impact of Recreational Trails on Forest Habitats

  WoodEMA 2025
  Technological Innovations in Production and Construction

• Hajdarevic, S., Obucina, M., Busuladzic, I., Ibrisevic, A., Martinovic, S.
  Strength Analysis of the End-to-End Grain Puzzle Joint
• Busuladzic, I., Hajdarevic, S., Obucina, M., Ibrisevic, A., Martinovic, S.
  Analysis of Wood Cutting using Different Circular Saws at Different Processing Parameters
• Langová, N., Beliansky, Š., Fekiač, J., Lizoňová, D.
  From Design to Implementation: Development of 3D-Printed Fastening Systems for Modern Furniture Constructions
• Vilhanová, A., Langová, N., Zigová, K.
  Effect of the Fineness of the Sewing Thread and Stitch Length on the Strength of the Sewn Joint: Implications for Sustainable Upholstered Furniture Manufacturing
• Sedlák, P., Kirner, M., Búryová, D., Bebej, D., Štompf, P., Vaňová, R.
  Log Houses – Air Tightness in Relation to Various Log Joint Arrangements
• Búryová, D., Vaňová, R., Sedlák, P., Bebej, D.
  Sustainable Building: Assessing the Environmental Impact of Construction Materials
• Kalisi, F.
  Impact of Wood Treatments on Indoor Air Quality: A Comparative Review of Chemical and Sustainable Coatings (pdf )
• Ibrisevic, A., Obucina, M., Hajdarevic, S., Hasanic, S., Mihulja, G.
  Mechanical Properties of Finger Joints Exposed to Different Environmental Conditions