Russia is focusing on advancing the investment climate within its wood industry this year, with aims to recover from the sharp fall in export demand for timber it has witnessed as a result of the global financial crisis. In line with this, Russian timber company ‘Forestry Holding Altailes’ is marking an extensive presence at the ‘Dubai WoodShow 2010’, the Middle East's only wood-focused exhibition of its kind, to showcase its high quality timber goods among regional and global buyers. The company’s participation at the event is part of its plans to maximise opportunities in the Middle East.