All India Plywood Manufacturers’ Association, AIPMA, held a virtual meeting of its executive body over zoom on 25 May 2020 to discuss the current industry situation and how to tide over this tough time. Mr Arun Mongia, Secretary General (AIPMA), informed that the meeting was presided by Association President Sh. Devender Chawla and Chairman Sh. Naresh Tiwari and executive members from seven states discussed inlength the scenario of the industry and market and took many decisions collectively.
AIPMA informed that there is a considerable increase in overheads due to non-availability of labour and timber because of which AIPMA unanimously decided to increase the rates of all types of plywood, block board and flush door either commercial or phenol-bonded waterproof by 7% with immediate effect.
They also decided to increase the rate of film-face shuttering ply by RS 2/per sqft among all weights available with immediate effect. AIPMA requested distributors and dealers to paying previous dues and quick payment of fresh order. In case of any improper compliance by any dealer, AIPMA would take strict action against them.