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Ingka Group

Ingka Group is the largest IKEA retailer and represents about 90% of IKEA retail sales, and through its investment arm Ingka Investments it owns and manages forests in Romania, the Baltic countries, US and New Zealand. With a forestland portfolio spanning 495,000 hectares, we are actively managing and expanding our forested landscapes. This includes roughly 50,000 hectares of natural forest right here in Romania.

Forests managed in accordance with international standards benefits local ecosystems and strengthens communities. We make long-term investments in Romanian forestland, respecting FSC® guidelines and the long-term values of the forest.

495.000

Hectares of land

50.000

Hectares of forest in Romania

Close to 27%

Of our forested land is dedicated to environmental goals, prioritizing ecological well-being over purely commercial interests.

Full commitment to FSC® certified forest management practices across forests.

Inspire innovation to use wood in ingenious ways.

Ensuring strict compliance with the EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) and conducting active reforestation on harvested sites in accordance with the Romanian Forestry Code.

Forestland Investment

Our commitment to Forestland investment is a cornerstone of our financial strategy.

We exclusively sell our wood on the open market, ensuring a healthy return on investment. 

We assess our forests’ growth, adhering to practices that never exceed their natural renewal capacity. There is no net loss of forest cover over time – our forest volumes have increased by 3 percent or 500 000 cubic meters in the last eight years. 

Our Investment Criteria:

  1. Exclusion of Disputed Assets: We rigorously exclude any assets subject to disputes, reinforcing our commitment to ethical and transparent investments.
  2. Cost-Effectiveness: Ensuring optimal pricing for investments.
  3. Potential ROI Assessment: Evaluating potential returns on investment.
  4. Legal Compliance: Adhering strictly to regulatory requirements.
  5. Infrastructure & Expertise: Assessing the availability of processing facilities and technical proficiency.
  6. Supply Chain Alignment: Ensuring relevance to the IKEA supply chain.
  7. Prior Investments: Building upon the successes of our existing portfolio.
  8. Other Factors: Considering land suitability, productivity, ecological impacts, and conducting risk assessments for desired tree species.

We strive to establish geographic relevance in the regions where we operate. Focused management within designated cluster areas enhances our overall effectiveness.

 

Divestment offers a unique chance for land exchange or trade collaboration with fellow investors.

Should you wish to sell forestland or explore potential divestment opportunities, kindly connect with us through our Contact section. We are dedicated to providing you with additional information and valuable insights!

At the heart of our mission is a commitment to the long term, a promise to safeguard and nurture our forests for generations yet to come, fostering their continuous growth and prosperity.

Close to 27%

Of our forested land is dedicated to environmental goals, prioritizing ecological well-being over purely commercial interests.

We calculate CO2 absorption

Refraining from carbon offsetting or the sale of carbon credits.

We place transparency at the heart of our operations

Our commitment involves maintaining open and continuous communication with communities and stakeholders.