Latest news
9 April 2021
European accreditation bodies ready to offer accreditation for the 2020 chain of custody standards
Chain of Custody
This decision enables certification bodies to update their accreditation and clears the way for thousands of PEFC-certified companies worldwide to transition to the 2020 chain of custody standards.
25 March 2020
COVID-19: PEFC extends transition period for 2020 standards
Chain of Custody
This extension gives certified entities and certification bodies an additional six months to align their procedures with the requirements of our three revised standards.
20 January 2020
Revised standards approved by the PEFC General Assembly
Chain of Custody
We are delighted to announce that three revised PEFC standards were approved by the PEFC General Assembly. The standards will enter into force on 14 February 2020.
10 January 2020
Call for nominations: PEFC Chain of Custody Working Group
Chain of Custody
PEFC is looking for candidates for the PEFC Chain of Custody Working Group. Deadline is 31 January 2020.
24 July 2019
PEFC Chain of Custody and PEFC Trademarks public consultations over
Chain of Custody
Stakeholders from around the world have had their say, giving vital feedback on these revised international standards.