Commitment to Forest Certification Scheme
Southern Forests Ltd commits to adhere to any principles and criteria related to Forest Certification Policies and Standards.
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Southern Forests considers that, by complying with any Forest Certification Policies and Standards that:
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forests are properly managed from an ecological perspective
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forests generate social benefits
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forests are economically viable
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Stakeholders
Interested stakeholders refer to groups and individuals with environmental, economic, social, and/or cultural interests in managing the specified forest area.
Affected stakeholders are individuals or groups who are directly influenced by the activities of the enterprise.
Southern Forests will actively engage with stakeholders and interested parties to incorporate their perspectives into forest management planning, foster positive community relationships, and enhance awareness and understanding of our operations.
We have identified the following key stakeholders at both operational and governance levels:
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Government Agencies and Local Authorities
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Iwi
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Industry
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Social/Public
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Neighbours

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Related Company Plans and Policy Documents
You can access and download specific PDF documents related to the Forest Certification Scheme here.
Southern Forests Ltd has a zero-tolerance approach to bribery and corruption. This anti-bribery and corruption policy applies to all employees (whether temporary, fixed-term, or permanent), consultants, contractors, trainees, or any other person or persons associated with us or any of our subsidiaries or their employees.
Southern Forests Ltd is committed to the principles of the Forest Certification Scheme and will uphold the certification and promote it. SFL undertakes to make the commitment to this policy widely known to contractors, employees and all persons associated with our company, forest management and operations.