Join us for an in-depth seminar to explore practical options for building robust, cost-effective EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) compliance solutions with your suppliers and customers. This event will focus on how the Forest Stewardship Council™ (FSC™) Regulatory Module and FSC Trace and Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) PEFC EUDR DDS module can support your business in meeting the EUDR requirements effectively.

With the postponement of the EUDR, companies have a little more time to evaluate their options and collaborate with supply chains on implementing solutions. This seminar will guide participants through the certification processes, IT tools and due diligence requirements necessary to ensure compliance.

Certification schemes such as FSC and PEFC are set to play a significant role in meeting EUDR due diligence requirements. Both organisations have developed new services and resources that allow companies to:

• Incorporate EUDR requirements into their existing certifications.
• Pass on claims verifying EUDR compliance for certified products.
• Share supply chain information and documentation efficiently, including geolocations, via IT platforms.
• Maintain annual third-party audits to ensure continued alignment with EUDR regulations.

For products not covered by FSC or PEFC certifications, Preferred by Nature has developed bespoke due diligence tools and certification solutions to complement these systems.

The seminar will introduce the certification process for companies interested in adding EUDR modules to their existing certifications and explore IT solutions for both certified and non-certified products. Attendees will gain insights into cost-effective strategies for managing supplier and customer relationships under EUDR and hear updates on key ongoing developments.

Presenters

Your host:     

• Charles Townsend, Country Representative, UK& Ireland

Speakers:   

• Michael Jakobsen, Regional Director Business Development
• David Hadley, Regulatory Impact Director
• Christian Sloth, Sustainability Programme Manager
• Nicolas Pillet, Country Representative, France
• John Kirkby, CEO PEFC UK
• Anand Punja, Chief Engagement and Partnerships Officer, FSC International

Who should attend?

This seminar is aimed at organisations in the forest, wood, paper and biomass sectors impacted by the EUDR. It is particularly relevant for FSC- or PEFC-certified companies, those seeking certification, and stakeholders from the forestry sector and associated post supply chains.

How to register

We invite interested parties to join us on 12 March 2025 from 9:00 – 17:00. Registration fee is GBP125* for Preferred by Nature clients and other Priority Partners.

This fee helps cover the basic costs of the event, including a breakfast buffet, lunch buffet, afternoon refreshments and exclusive post-event access to presentations and Preferred by Nature’s due diligence tools. If you have food allergies, please inform us in advance.

Complete the Priority Access Early Bird registration form by 17 February 2025 to secure your seat. Registration is non-refundable; however, if you cannot attend, you may transfer your seat to a colleague.

*Please note that the fee is GBP 125 until 17 February, and GBP 145 thereafter. 

This seminar is part of Preferred by Nature’s ongoing efforts to support EUDR implementation globally and the transition towards sustainability in agricultural and forestry supply chains.

Agenda (provisional)

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Contact person

Charles Townsend
Country Representative UK and Ireland 
+44 7361 554583
ctownsend@preferredbynature.org