Nature Positive
Regenerative forestry in Tabasco, Mexico
FY26
Project performance
Objectives & targets
36,000 hectare reforestation goal, with half of this planned to be conserved for nature
Key achievements
10,000 hectares secured with contracts for reforestation
For Brambles
In Mexico’s Tabasco state, Brambles is helping to advance a regenerative forestry project, creating a new local source of sustainable timber while supporting positive outcomes for nature, communities and the circular economy.
As Brambles’ largest market in Latin America, the lack of local, reliable and certified timber sources in Mexico has traditionally required timber to be sourced from certified forests in Brazil. This creates longer supply chains and associated transport-related emissions. To address this, Brambles has been working with local stakeholders to support the development of a certified timber supply in Mexico that can strengthen pallet durability and circularity while contributing to wider environmental and community benefits.
Contributing to the larger goal of reforesting 36,000 hectares (of which half is planned to be conserved for nature), Brambles has already secured contracts to support the reforestation of approximately 10,000 hectares over the next decade.
For nature
The project is focused on transforming historically cleared ranching land back into forested landscapes. Through collaboration with community landowners, forestry specialists, non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and government agencies, the initiative aims to regenerate native tree species, restore and conserve biodiversity, enhance habitats and develop a community-inclusive approach to regenerative forestry.
The commercial plantation includes Gmelina, a timber species that is expected to improve pallet durability and circularity. Alongside this, adjacent areas are being set aside to support native forest regeneration and biodiversity outcomes. Research is underway into the restoration of native species such as Tinto and Maculí, which have been declining in the region. These species are not currently used in forestry plantations and are being prioritised for conservation, habitat restoration and biome rejuvenation.
For the community
The project also seeks to create stable economic opportunities for local communities. A targeted skills programme will support the development of forestry-related jobs as the plantation scales.
This includes roles for forest engineers, biologists, forest managers and local workers involved in land preparation, planting, nursery management and harvesting activities. By helping to build local forestry capability, the project aims to support long-term economic stability and social value in the region.
Key takeaways
Demonstrating what a truly regenerative projectcanaccomplish, this work is delivering long-term benefits not only for business, but for nature and local communities.
For Brambles, the project supports a more resilient and sustainable timber supply chain in a key market. For customers, it provides access to pallets supported by local, certified timber supply, improved durability and lower transport-related emissions. For local partners and communities, it creates demand for sustainable forestry while supporting skills development, employment and conservation. For nature, the project aims to regenerate native tree species, restore and conserve biodiversity and enhance habitats.
The Tabasco project demonstrates Brambles’ regenerative vision in action and aligns with our 2030 Sustainability Programme by supporting positive outcomes for nature, people and communities. By combining responsible sourcing, local economic development and biodiversity restoration, the project shows how circular business models can help regenerate the natural systems and communities on which they depend.
Project stakeholders collaborating for a regenerative future
Brambles’ Nature Positive Programme
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