The forest industry encompasses the management, harvesting, processing, and distribution of timber and non-timber forest products. It serves as a backbone to sectors such as construction, paper and packaging, bio-energy, furniture, and wood-based panels, playing a critical role in both rural economies and global sustainability efforts.
Key Segments
• Primary Processing: Logging, sawmilling, chipping, and veneer production.
• Secondary Processing: Plywood, particleboard, MDF, laminated timber, and furniture manufacturing.
• Pulp & Paper: Paper, cardboard, tissue, and packaging products.
• Bio-energy: Biomass pellets, wood chips, and forest residues used for renewable energy.
• Forest Management: Reforestation, sustainable harvesting, and carbon credit initiatives.