Forestry News

Arch Wood Protection is nominated for the 2021 CAIA Responsible Care® Award
22 November, 2021
Arxada, trading as Arch Wood Protection South Africa, has been recognised by the Chemical and Allied Industries Association (CAIA) as a top performer and candidate for the 2021 Responsible Care® Award. The nomination was based on the company's year-on-year improvements read more Sappi announces strong recovery after Covid-19 impact; releases financial results for fourth quarter and full year
19 November, 2021
Commenting on the group's results, Sappi Chief Executive Officer Steve Binnie said: "I am very pleased with Sappi's strong recovery and our return to profitability for the year. I wish to recognise the dedication and resilience of the Sappi team in turning a loss of US$135 million read more WoodEX for Africa to return in 2022
11 November, 2021
WoodEX for Africa is an important event for the industry and a fantastic opportunity to network and reconnect after the COVID-19 pandemic. The event provides the ideal platform to explore growth opportunities in Africa read more Dubai Expo Virtual Event - Forests and Fibre - 12 NOVEMBER
9 November, 2021
The South African forestry and forest products industry is an important, mature, and well-developed segment of the South African economy, particularly in the rural areas. Timber and wood products from professionally managed plantations are a renewable. read more Invitation | COP26 Virtual Side Event - Forests and Fibre
4 November, 2021
You are invited by Fibre Circle, the South African producer responsibility organisation for paper and paper packaging and an official sponsor of the COP 26 South African pavilion, to participate in a side event, co-hosted by the International Council of Forest and Paper Associations (ICFPA). read more SAFCOL: Forging sustainable partnership to bring about positive changes
3 November, 2021
If we can impact lives and communities positively, in terms of their health, education, employment and economy, then we will have done something for our country - Siphelele Sixaso quoting SAFCOL's CEO, Mr Tsepo Monaheng. read more FSA to be represented on the newly established NPC for EV
2 November, 2021
A vast number of economic sites around the country have experienced sporadic incidents of violence and extortion, driven under the pretext of demand for community employment and inclusion in local projects. This is negatively affecting economic growth and business suitability. read more Paying respects to colleagues who left their mark
28 October, 2021
Dr Jaap Steenkamp was a highly ethical professional who was able to combine his brilliant intellect with a sincere sense of humanity and a wonderfully dry sense of humour. He was so passionate about our Forest Industry, across all parts of the value chain. read more XV World Forestry Congress
25 October, 2021
Seoul, the host city of the XV World Forestry Congress, is a dynamic cultural center where technology and modern life beautifully mix with traditional values. It is also a hub for the latest global trends in entertainment, music, fashion, culinary culture, and more. read more Sappi collaborates with WWF for water security
19 October, 2021
Sappi has entered into a Water Stewardship agreement with WWF-SA (World Wide Fund for Nature South Africa), aimed at improving the water security in the uMkhomazi catchment area. With its significant manufacturing and forestry footprint in this catchment area. read more