European timber boost to PEFC UK board

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PEFC has appointed a new industry member to its UK board. Elisabeth Piveteau, UK and Ireland export manager at PiveteauBois, brings a fresh new voice to the organisation and also brings invaluable knowledge of the European timber supply chain and issues surrounding sustainable forestry.

PiveteauBois is one of France’s leading softwood sawmillers and manufacturers of timber products for the construction, landscaping and energy sectors.

Commenting on her appointment Elisabeth said, ‘I am delighted to have been asked to join the board of PEFC UK. Representing a French company in the UK market, I recognise the importance of being able to supply our British customers with certified timber and provide them with assurances of responsible sourcing. I am happy to be able to contribute to the valuable work PEFC does in promoting sustainable forest management around the world.’