MTCC is pleased to announce that PT Mutuagung Lestari Tbk (MUTU) is now a PEFC-notified Certification Body (CB), authorised to conduct independent third-party certification of the Chain of Custody under the Malaysian Timber Certification Scheme (MTCS). MUTU has received accreditation from the Komite Akreditasi Nasional (KAN) under the PEFC/IFCC ST 2002:2020 Chain of Custody of …
Calling all photography and videography enthusiasts! The Malaysian Timber Certification Council (MTCC) invites you to showcase the breathtaking beauty of Malaysia’s tropical rainforests and ecosystems through your lens. Capture the magic of these natural wonders and the importance of valuing, preserving, and conserving them for generations to come. This year, we’re excited to introduce a …
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Click to download briefing poster Unlocking Market Potential: Sustainable Practices Through Chain of Custody Certification This seminar focuses on the importance of Chain of Custody certification in unlocking market potential through sustainable practices. It aims to educate participants on how certification can enhance market access, improve sustainability credentials, and meet the growing demand for responsibly …
Kuala Lumpur, 2 July 2024: The Malaysian Timber Certification Council (MTCC) hosted a stakeholder consultation session yesterday, focusing on aligning the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) with the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) Sustainable Forest Management (SFM) Standard ST 1003. The event featured opening remarks by MTCC CEO Dr Farrah Shameen Mohamad …
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We are pleased to announce that the MTCC Board of Trustees has approved the revision to the current MTCS Technical Document MTCS ST 3002:2021 – Procedure for PEFC Notification of Certification Bodies Operating Forest Management System or Chain Of Custody Certification. This document outlines the procedure for PEFC notification of Certification Bodies (CBs) operating Forest …
YBhg. Dato’ / Dr. / Sir / Madam, The European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) entered into force on 29 June 2023 and the new rules will become applicable as of 30 December 2024. A legislation that mandates operators and traders within the EU to ensure their products do not contribute to deforestation or forest degradation …
Kuala Lumpur: The Malaysian Timber Certification Council (MTCC) marked a significant milestone with its 100th Board of Trustees Meeting on 28 May 2024 at the MTCC office in Kuala Lumpur. This meeting signifies a remarkable achievement in governance of Malaysia’s forest certification and highlights MTCC’s steadfast dedication to sustainable forestry practices over the past quarter-century. …
