Lucy Bedry

Chemical Testing in Practice: What It Means for Timber Companies
by Lucy Bedry|12 June 26|Supply, Sustainability
As regulatory expectations increase and supply chains face greater scrutiny, timber companies are under pressure to demonstrate that harvest origin claims are robust. Documentation, certification and supplier engagement remain central to due diligence systems. But increasingly, companies are exploring scientific tools to add an additional layer of verification. One of...
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From Legality to Market Recognition: Building Confidence in Tropical Timber Supply Chains
by Lucy Bedry|11 June 26|Sustainability
From legality to market recognition: industry leaders discuss the future of responsible tropical timber at Carrefour International du Bois Representatives from across the tropical timber supply chain came together at Carrefour International du Bois in Nantes last week to discuss a key question facing the sector: how can the significant...
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Tropical Timber: From Legality to Market Recognition
by Lucy Bedry|27 April 26|Policy, Supply
A strategic roundtable at Carrefour International du Bois 2026 - Nantes, France | 2 June 2026 At Carrefour International du Bois 2026, a strategic roundtable will explore how tropical timber can move beyond legal compliance to become a recognised and trusted material in international markets. Organised by Timber Development UK...
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Fieldwork In Cameroon: Building The Foundations for Timber Chemical Origin Testing
by Lucy Bedry|20 March 26|Sustainability
Key takeaways for TDUK members Short on time? Read the key takeaways below, or scroll down for the full explainer on how chemical origin testing becomes reliable and usable in practice, starting with field sampling Why this matters In June 2025, field teams working with the Zoological Society of London...
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TDUK Partners with Carrefour du Bois 2026 – VIP Access for Members
by Lucy Bedry|05 March 26|Corporate, Supply
Timber Development UK is pleased to confirm its partnership with Carrefour International du Bois 2026, Europe’s largest timber trade show, returning to Nantes from 2–4 June 2026. Following the success of the 2024 edition — which welcomed 637 exhibitors from 40 countries and 13,500 professional visitors — the show continues...
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ATIBT Visits TDUK in London
by Lucy Bedry|02 March 26|Policy, Sustainability
In mid-February, Timber Development UK welcomed colleagues from ATIBT (Association Technique Internationale des Bois Tropicaux) to London for two days of discussions focused on strengthening collaboration between producer and consumer market associations. The visit provided an opportunity to explore how UK and international partners can work more closely to support...
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‘Connecting our natural and national heritage’ Urban Nature Project wins Gold Award with masterclass in landscape-led, timber design
by Lucy Bedry|20 November 25|Design
An enchanting transformation of the Natural History Museum’s grounds, including a new café and education building, has been named the UK’s best new timber project, having won the Gold Award at the Wood Awards 2025.    Sensitively integrating two new buildings within the relandscaped gardens of the Natural History Museum, the...
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Tropical forest landscape in Cameroon, one of the world’s key timber-producing regions.
What is Chemical Testing?
by Lucy Bedry|07 October 25|Sustainability
Chemical Testing: A science-led tool for verifying timber origins  Timber is a material we all rely on – from the floors in our homes to the furniture we use every day. But behind every wooden product is a forest, and knowing exactly where that timber was harvested is essential for...
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Wood Awards 2025 shortlist revealed
by Lucy Bedry|03 September 25|Design
The Wood Awards is delighted to announce the buildings, furniture items and objects shortlisted for this year's Wood Awards, which includes a bright red 170m water-crossing and a majestic 20-seat oak banqueting table. The 30 shortlisted projects, which are in the running for awards in six different building categories and four...
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The Best Timber Designs Aren’t Just Seen – They’re Remembered.
by Lucy Bedry|05 March 25|Design
Enter the Wood Awards 2025: Celebrate Excellence in Timber Design The Wood Awards 2025 is now open for entries, offering a prestigious platform to showcase and celebrate the UK’s finest timber architecture and design. This is your chance to have your work recognised by some of the most influential figures...
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