The Malaysian Timber Certification Council (MTCC) wishes to announce the postponement of the standard review and re-endorsement process for the Malaysian Timber Certification Scheme (MTCS). The current MTCS endorsement milestone includes a revision start date of 5 March 2026 and a submission deadline of 5 March 2027. On 12 February 2026, the Programme for the …
The Malaysian Timber Certification Council (MTCC) is pleased to announce the publication of MTCS GD 3003:2026 – Complaints Handling and Dispute Resolution Mechanism – Guide for Stakeholders, effective 1 May 2026. The Guideline and the improvements on the mechanism was approved by the MTCC Board of Trustees at its 110th Meeting on 20 April 2026 and …
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The Malaysian Timber Certification Council (MTCC) is pleased to announce the official publication of MTCS PR 1001:2026 – Standard-Setting Procedures (including for Forest Management Certification Standards), effective 1 May 2026. Following the approval by the MTCC Board of Trustees on 20 April 2026, this new Procedure replaces the previous standard. Consequently, MTCS ST 1001:2021 is …
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The Malaysian Timber Certification Council (MTCC) is the scheme owner of the Malaysian Timber Certification Scheme (MTCS). MTCC announces the commencement of the periodic revision of the MTCS ST 3002:2024 (Procedure for Notification of Certification Bodies Operating Forest Management System and Chain of Custody Certification. This document sets out the requirements and procedures for MTCC …
The Malaysian Timber Certification Council (MTCC) is the scheme owner of the Malaysian Timber Certification Scheme (MTCS). Through the MTCS, MTCC supports Sustainable Forest Management (SFM) and Chain of Custody (COC) certification, providing assurance that forest resources and timber supply chains are managed responsibly and sustainably. Background As Malaysia continues its transition towards a more …
Public Announcement: Malaysia Sustainable Procurement Survey 2026 Read More »
The Malaysian Timber Certification Council (MTCC) is the scheme owner of the Malaysian Timber Certification Scheme (MTCS). Through the MTCS, MTCC promotes Sustainable Forest Management (SFM) via Forest Management Certification (FMC), covering both natural forests and forest plantations. MTCS provides assurance that forest resources are managed responsibly and sustainably. Background Following the ongoing developments at …
This notice from the Malaysian Timber Certification Council (MTCC) serves to clarify the requirements for the on-site verification of Removal Passes at Forest Checking Stations (FCS) during MTCS/PEFC Chain of Custody (CoC) audits. This clarification is issued to ensure immediate, consistent implementation across all Certification Bodies operating under the MTCS/PEFC framework.
Today marks a unique global double-header: the International Day of Forests and World Wood Day. For many nations, these are merely dates on the calendar, but in Malaysia, they serve as a profound testament to a national success story—one defined by visionary leadership and an unwavering commitment to sustainable forestry. With 5.92 million hectares of MTCS/PEFC-certified forests, Malaysia is the top-certified country in …
This notice from the Malaysian Timber Certification Council (MTCC) serves to clarify the requirements for the on-site verification of Removal Passes at Forest Checking Stations (FCS) during MTCS/PEFC Chain of Custody (CoC) audits. This clarification is issued to ensure immediate, consistent implementation across all Certification Bodies operating under the MTCS/PEFC framework.
This notice from the Malaysian Timber Certification Council (MTCC) serves to clarify the requirements for the on-site verification of Removal Passes at Forest Checking Stations (FCS) during MTCS/PEFC Chain of Custody (CoC) audits. This clarification is issued to ensure immediate, consistent implementation across all Certification Bodies operating under the MTCS/PEFC framework.
