HOST ORGANIZATION
Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, Thailand
The ministry was founded in 2002. Its responsibilities include the protection of the nation’s natural resources: water, oceans, minerals, and forests. It is also responsible for the protection and restoration of the environment. It vision is “to return the natural environment to the Thai people and to work towards the incorporation of natural resources and the environment in the Government’s national agenda as these provide the basis for social and economic development.
Strategic Partners
Forestry Industry Organization
A state enterprise under Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, responsible for promoting forest plantation and forest industry, conservation tourism and Thai elephant conservation
Royal Forest Department
The Royal Forest Department is dedicated to protecting and preserving forest areas to increase the economic value of forest lands, support the expansion of green spaces, and restore forest fertility, thus meeting economic, social, and environmental needs. It manages forest resources through participatory methods and administers forest land systematically and fairly, ensuring that communities can coexist with forests in a balanced and sustainable manner. The department also enhances research and development to foster innovation and facilitate technology transfer in the conservation and utilization of forest resources. Additionally, it develops the organization’s proactive capabilities, including systems, mechanisms, and information, and updates regulations to align with current situations.
Faculty of Forestry, Kasetsart University
This faculty is the only one in Thailand that provides forestry instruction with a focus on field practice. The faculty is dedicated to creating knowledge through research and providing full academic services to society. Areas of expertise include forest management, forest biology, forest engineering, silviculture, forestry products, and conservation science.
Supporting Associations
ITAP (Innovation and technology assistance program)
ITAP was established to create a mechanism that connects Technology Service Providers with Technology Users. ITAP actively supports businesses by providing technical experts to assist entrepreneurs in research and development. These experts offer on-site consultancy and problem-solving services directly at factories.
TGI Thai-German Institute
Thai-German Institute (TGI) is a joint initiative of the Government of the Kingdom of Thailand and the Government of the Federal Republic of Germany, the aim was to be effective training center for transferring advanced manufacturing technology to Thai industry.
Thai Furniture Association
The gathering comprises entrepreneurs in the furniture industry utilizing hardwood, rubber wood, plywood, particleboard, MDF, leather, metal, and associated equipment and machinery. They specialize in manufacturing for both export and domestic distribution.
Thai Timber Association
Thai Machinery Association
The center facilitates interactions between buyers and sellers to mutually benefit commercial activities and exchange knowledge and experience. It disseminates information about machinery, promotes career and labor skill development for entrepreneurs. Additionally, it supports the dissemination of academic knowledge related to mechanical teaching and training, conducts research and develops new technologies to enhance machine capabilities, and coordinates with associations or clubs related to technology membership.
Singapore Timber Association
For over 73 years, the Singapore Timber Association (STA) has built a distinguished legacy of advancing Singapore’s timber industry through innovation, sustainability, and leadership. From its early foundations to its evolution into a future-ready trade body, STA remains committed to shaping industry standards, fostering strategic partnerships, and nurturing the next generation. Guided by this legacy and a forward-looking vision, STA will continue to champion excellence and sustainable growth, ensuring that Singapore’s timber sector remains resilient, globally competitive, and a key contributor to the nation’s future development.
Wood Processing Industry Club, The Federation of Thai Industries (FTI)
Supporting sustainable tree cultivation according to international standards, particularly for export purposes.
Vietnam Forestry Fair Joint Stock Company (Viforest Fair)
VIETNAM FORESTRY FAIR JSC – VIFOREST FAIR was established under the policy of 5 largest wood industry associations in Vietnam (VIFOREST, HAWA, BIFA, DOWA, FPA BINH DINH).
VIFOREST FAIR is honored to receive strong endorsement and support from the Ministry of Industry and Trade and the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, and has a close large relationships with domestic and FDI wooding enterprises. Understand clearly the outstanding potential development of the Vietnam market in the future and the unlimited marvellous development of enterprises in the wooding industry. VIFOREST FAIR desires to establish a focal point to organize professional and large-scale wood industry exhibitions. The series of VIFOREST FAIR events promises to become an unlimited business connection place, gathering professional and potential businesses in Vietnam and internationally, opening up many great businessopportunities for enterprises.
Indian Woodworking Machinery Manufacturers and Traders Association (IWMMTA)
The Indian Woodworking Machinery Manufacturers and Traders Association (IWMMTA) is a non-profit organization representing manufacturers and traders of woodworking machinery across India. IWMMTA was officially launched during Indiawood 2020 as a not-for-profit organization. Since its inception, the association has opened its membership to woodworking machinery manufacturers and traders across the country, fostering a strong and cohesive community for the industry’s progress. With a pan-India presence, the association serves as a unified platform for members to showcase their capabilities, voice their needs, and collaborate for mutual growth.
Thai Hevea Wood Association
The Thai Rubberwood Business Association was established in June 1996 by founding members from the rubberwood industry, including sawmills, drying facilities, furniture and component manufacturers, as well as MDF and particle board producers in southern Thailand, totaling 18 companies. As of early 2005, the association has expanded its membership to include businesses from various regions across the country, encompassing rubberwood industry operators, rubberwood toy manufacturers, and rubber plantation farmers, with a total membership exceeding 100 members.
TALA
“The Thai Association of Landscape Architects (TALA) was granted permission to establish the association by the Office of the National Culture Commission, under License No. T. 200/2531, dated May 18, 1988.
The association uses the abbreviation “ภ.ส.ท.” in Thai and the English name “Thai Association of Landscape Architects,” abbreviated as “TALA.” The association’s emblem features symbolic representations of land, water, vegetation, and built structures, along with the words “Thai Association of Landscape Architects 1987.” The association’s current office is located at No. 12, Soi Rama IX 36, Rama IX Road, Hua Mak Subdistrict, Bang Kapi District, Bangkok 10240, Thailand.”
Malaysian Woodworking Machinery Association (MWMA)
Malaysian Woodworking Machinery Association (MWMA) represents the interests of companies in Malaysia’s woodworking machinery and timber processing industry.
Dedicated to promoting the development and advancement of the Malaysian woodworking machinery sector.Provides educational opportunities, fosters business relationships, and addresses industry-related issues. Promotion of technological advancements, setting industry standards, and handling of regulatory matters. Organising of trade shows, government meetings, seminars, and networking events for the woodworking industry professionals.
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Thailand Forest Certification Council: TFCC
“Thai Economic Timber Certification Office
The institute was established on May 11, 2016, under the Federation of Thai Industries. The Thai Forest Certification Council (TFCC) originated from the collaboration of stakeholders in the economic timber sector, including tree farmers, the private sector, academics, government agencies, and state enterprises. They collectively recognized the importance of creating a national timber certification system for Thailand that meets international standards and promotes sustainable and legal timber plantations.
In November 2016, the office was selected to become a member of the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC) as Thailand’s National Governing Body (NGB) for forest certification standards. Later, on June 2, 2019, it achieved formal recognition and endorsement by PEFC.”
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