Brambles’ requirement for sourcing certified wood across all regions increases demand for sustainably managed forests and raises awareness of the benefits of forestry certification. Certification minimises the risk of contributing to deforestation activity as well as the risk of sourcing wood from controversial regions. It also requires the forestry managers to conserve the ecological processes of the forest including its biodiversity value. Additionally, it supports communities connected to forestry operations by providing economic and social benefits such as stable and secure employment while protecting human rights. 

Certified source

Includes forests that are managed under the globally recognised standards of the Forest Stewardship Council^® (FSC^®)(FSC-C104794) and the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification™ (PEFC™)(PEFC/07-32-233). Both standards prevent deforestation and include controls to protect biodiversity and human rights. 

Chain of Custody (CoC)

Certification is available under both FSC^® or PEFC™ standards and guarantees wood is sourced from certified forest resources through defined points in the value chain. It demonstrates that each step of the supply chain is closely monitored through independent certification bodies. CoC is not available in all the regions where Brambles operates however, Brambles aims to influence the uptake of this standard to improve transparency along the forestry products supply chain.

Due diligence (DD)

Brambles’ DD process is used in the few regions where certification is not currently available and or, in regions considered high risk. DD involves a 24-step investigation to verify that the wood purchased complies with our strict sourcing policy.