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As we bid farewell to 2024, it’s impossible not to reflect on the political saga that unfolded around the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). What began as an ambitious step forward for global sustainability turned into a year-long negotiation marathon—no doubt marked by intense lobbying from industry groups, environmentalists, and trade associations, shifting alliances worthy of a reality TV finale, and perhaps even some strategic maneuvering from the EC President to keep everyone guessing who’d flip next.

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Singapore-based Double Helix Tracking Technologies is joining forces with 11Foundry of the United States to help timber companies all over the world better manage their global supply chain risk and regulatory compliance. Many timber industry professionals are familiar with global regulations such as the US Lacey Act and EU Timber Regulation. Whilst industry professionals have […]

A sustainable timber supply chain for Patina Maldives Resort is one part of the developer’s quest to build for perpetuity By Floyd Cowan Visitors to the Maldives immediately become aware of its precious fragile environment and most guests are sensitive to the need to protect and preserve it. When Pontiac Land of Singapore decided to […]

By Ken Hickson for Focus on Forests How can importers manage the risks associated with getting timber products from the Amazon? We hear a lot about the damage to the Amazon – the largest rainforest resource in the world – from deforestation, illegal logging and out of control forest fires. But little is said about […]

How can you be sure that the beautiful teak dining table or decking you proudly possess is not made from wood illegally harvested from a Southeast Asia forest? Double Helix Tracking Technologies is doing its best to provide the very assurances needed by timber importers, builders, designers, furniture makers, retailers and consumers. The first shipment […]

DoubleHelix has been closely monitoring the situation in Myanmar since the military asserted control at the beginning of February. Our primary concern has been for the safety and welfare of our staff in Myanmar. At this time, they are all staying safe at home. Our next priority is to our customers and partners operating in […]

By Ken Hickson for Focus on Forests “The DNA tracking will help to reduce the A$42.8 billion illicit trade of teak.” Project leader, Professor Andrew Lowe from the University of Adelaide “This is a powerful means of restoring trust and confidence in chain of custody systems.” Darren Thomas, Double Helix Tracking Technologies “Biophysical and social […]

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