As one of Australia’s oldest companies,
Gunns Limited lays claim to years of experience and expertise in the production of hardwood forest products. Founded in 1875 by the Gunn brothers John and Thomas, it has grown to become the country’s largest fully integrated company. Its divisions include timber, veneer, forest and retail, which have all contributed to a turnover of approximately AU$700 million. Its knowledge of the industry has enabled the company to become leaders in understanding the market by sourcing the best designers and manufacturers in both domestic and overseas markets.
Gunns Plantations Limited was established in November 1999 as a wholly owned subsidiary of Gunns Limited, providing the Australian public with agribusiness managed investment schemes. Gunns Plantations Limited has over $620 million of funds under management as of October 2009 and provides services to over 7,000 investors. Gunns Plantations Limited currently manages 104,840 hectares of forestry projects in Tasmania and the Tumut/Tumbarumba region of NSW.
All GPL plantations are certified to the Australian Forestry Standard so that investors can be assured that their investment is being managed to the highest environmental, social and economic standard.
Gunns has a proud history in its approach to sustainable forest management and environmental controls. Its operations are certified to the ISO 14001 standard in order to meet global standards of sustainability and environment management.
Gunns projects
Please note that Gunns Plantations are not offering any projects for investment in the 2010 financial year. |