22/08/2026
22 August 2026 – The Malaysian Timber Certification Council (MTCC) joined The Green Factory for the finale of Merdekapenter 2026, marking MTCC’s second year as a sponsor of the programme.
The event was officiated by YB Datuk Seri Noraini, Minister of Plantation and Commodities (Kementerian Perladangan dan Komoditi - KPK), who signed a commemorative plaque made from MTCS/PEFC-certified recycled red meranti and unveiled The Green Factory’s “Impact Wall”, also made from MTCS/PEFC-certified recycled red meranti.
In her opening remarks, YB Noraini YB Datuk Seri Noraini highlighted that almost 5.9 million hectares of Malaysia’s forests, representing more than 32% of the country’s total forest area, are certified under MTCS, while 365 companies nationwide hold MTCS/PEFC Chain of Custody certification.
She also highlighted One-Tech (M) Sdn Bhd, The Green Factory, as Malaysia’s first producer of PEFC-certified homeware under the DAPO brand, showcasing how certified timber can be incorporated into everyday products. The company also uses MTCS/PEFC-certified recycled timber in its products.
As part of Merdekapenter 2026, MTCC conducted Sustainability Sharing sessions covering MTCC, MTCS and PEFC, Chain of Custody certification, timber traceability and the circular life of timber.
MTCC also sponsored a dedicated workshop for 30 students from Institut Kemahiran MARA (IKM), who worked with MTCS/PEFC-certified recycled wood to create their own wooden caddies.
From the workshops to the products and spaces at The Green Factory, Merdekapenter 2026 offered a hands-on look at how certified timber can be responsibly sourced, traced, reused and given new life.
MTCC is committed to creating more opportunities for communities and young people to engage with MTCS/PEFC-certified timber, build practical skills and discover the possibilities of sustainable forest-based products.
