At Lakewood, our story begins with the formation of the Brokopondo Lake, a result of the construction of the Afobaka Hydro Dam in 1961. This development submerged a vast area of forest along the Suriname River, spanning approximately 150,000 hectares. The flooding of this landmass resulted in the submersion of around 50 million cubic meters of precious tropical hardwood trees. Today, we take great pride in being the exclusive custodians of this unique natural resource, offering a treasure trove of reclaimable wood.

The submerged trees, preserved naturally by the freshwater of Brokopondo Lake, provide us with an invaluable source of wood. What sets our reclaimed wood apart is its exceptional "eco-friendly" credentials, as our reclamation operations have zero impact on any living ecosystem. This forms the foundation of our commitment to sustainable timber sourcing.

At our Brokopondo Lake concession, we have established a meticulous and low impact harvesting operation that is widely recognized as one of the most ecologically conscious timber reclamation processes worldwide. We adhere strictly to the best industry practices in managing and operating our concession. Our primary objective is to maximize our reclamation efforts while minimizing any adverse effects on the surrounding environment.

Our highly skilled team of divers undertakes the task of carefully exploring the depths of Brokopondo Lake to select and reclaim the finest logs. These logs are then processed in our state-of-the-art Primary and Secondary Processing Facilities located in Suriname and the UAE. Through advanced techniques, we transform them into an array of value-added forest products, including decking, cladding, laminated scantlings, and other high-performance timber products that are distributed globally.

While our reach extends worldwide, we remain firmly rooted in the importance of our origins. We have fostered meaningful partnerships with local communities around Brokopondo Lake, recognizing the significance of minimizing any impact our operations may have on their daily lives. The Lakewood Group of companies is steadfast in its commitment to our core principles. We advocate for the utilization of our reclaimed wood, and by doing so, we strive to preserve the Earth's living forests for generations to come.