Sustainability and responsible sourcing are becoming increasingly important across the construction and timber industries. Customers want confidence that the materials they are buying come from legal and well-managed forests.

At Arbor Forest Products, that assurance comes through a process known as Chain of Custody.

What is Chain of Custody?

Chain of Custody (CoC) is a system used to track timber from the forest it was harvested from, through every stage of processing and distribution, right through to the final customer.

It ensures that certified timber remains identifiable and properly documented at every step of the supply chain. This provides transparency and gives customers confidence in the origin of the products they are purchasing.

Why it matters

Responsible forestry helps protect ecosystems, biodiversity and the long-term availability of timber resources. Chain of Custody certification allows businesses like Arbor to demonstrate that the timber we import, process and supply meets recognised sustainability standards.

For customers, this means the timber products they buy can support sustainability policies, procurement requirements and environmental targets.

Recognised certification schemes

• FSC – Forest Stewardship Council
  FSC certification helps ensure forests are managed responsibly, balancing environmental protection, social benefit and economic viability.
• PEFC – Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification
  PEFC promotes sustainable forest management through independent certification and transparent supply chains.

Confidence in your timber supply

As a leading UK importer, processor and distributor of timber and panel products, Arbor Forest Products works with trusted suppliers and recognised certification systems to maintain high standards throughout the supply chain.

By maintaining strong Chain of Custody procedures, we help ensure that responsibly sourced timber remains traceable from forest to finished product.

It is part of our commitment to doing business the right way, supporting sustainable forestry while providing customers with reliable, high-quality timber products.