HQPlantations Company Research Report



Company Overview



Name: HQPlantations (HQP)


Mission:


HQPlantations is committed to sustainable forest management to ensure a continuous supply of timber, protecting the environment, and supporting local communities.

Founded:


No information is available.

Founders:


No information is available.

Key People in the Company:


  • Jason Wilson - Chief Executive Officer

  • Extensive executive-level experience in the forest and timber industry in Australia and New Zealand.

  • Holds a Bachelor of Commerce and Management from Lincoln University, New Zealand, and a Master of Enterprise from Melbourne Business School. Completed the Senior Executive Program at Stanford University, California.

  • Over 25 years in the industry with experience in developing engineered wood products, strategic redevelopment, mergers, and acquisitions.

  • Chief Financial Officer: No information is available.

  • Chief Operating Officer: No information is available.

  • GM Major Projects: No information is available.

  • GM People & Safety: No information is available.

  • GM Resources: No information is available.

  • GM Stewardship: Michelle McAndrew


Headquarters:


No information is available.

Number of Employees:


No information is available.

Revenue:


No information is available.

Known for:


HQPlantations is known for being one of the largest plantation forest growers in Australia, managing sustainable forest operations and producing commercially important tree species like Southern Pine and Araucaria cunninghamii.

Products



Products Offered:


1. Southern Pine
2. Araucaria

High-Level Description of Products:


  • Southern Pine: Softwood species including Slash pine, Caribbean pine, Cuban pine, and Loblolly pine. Known for its strength and versatility.

  • Araucaria: Also known as hoop pine, a valuable tropical tree species.


Key Features:


  • Southern Pine:

  • Products include structural timber (framing, flooring, decking), veneers, engineered wood, high-grade solid sawn timber, moldings, particleboard, beams, and landscaping supplies.

  • Provides higher structural timber grades compared to Pinus radiata.


  • Araucaria:

  • Known for its quality timber used in various construction and industrial applications.


Recent Developments



Recent Developments in the Company:


1. Fraser Coast Community Open Day: Hosted an event for the community to see sustainable forest operations.

2. International Women's Day Celebration: CEO Jason Wilson shared the importance of International Women’s Day followed by a Q&A with Michelle McAndrew, GM Stewardship.

3. Sustainability Initiatives: Ongoing upgradation in fire protection, seed collection, and tree breeding.

New Products Launched:


  • No information is available.


New Features Added to Existing Products:


  • No information is available.


New Partnerships:


  • Koala Surveys: Partnership to ensure wildlife safety during operations.

  • New Study Options: Collaboration to bring forestry-specific study options back to Australian universities to address an industry-wide skills shortage.

  • First Nations Engagement Framework: Launched to build strong relationships with First Nations groups.


Notifications



Notifications



1. Derrier Road Closure (Imbil, South Queensland)
Date: 02 September 2024
Details: Closed for construction of a new crossing for approximately three weeks.

2. Magazine Road Closure (Tuan Plantation Forest, South Queensland)
Date: 09 August 2024
Details: Closed for Harvest and Haul operations.

3. Beerburrum Hardwoods Harvest (South Queensland)
Date: 15 April 2024
Details: Harvesting for power poles and other products.

4. Cambroon Lane Forest Closure (Imbil Plantation Forest, South Queensland)
Date: 26 February 2024
Details: Closed for harvesting and haulage operations until May 2024.

5. Corio Stack Burning (Central Queensland)
Date: 12 January 2024
Details: Prescribed burning within Corio Logging area, ongoing until mid-2024.

6. Bridge Closures (Beerburrum Plantation Forest, South Queensland)
Date: 02 January 2024
Details: Information, maps, and detours provided for closed bridges.

Summary:


HQPlantations is a key player in sustainable forest management in Australia. They focus on producing Southern Pine and Araucaria products, maintaining strong community engagements and partnerships. They also emphasize fire protection, scientific research, and environmental stewardship.