COMPAGNIE ATLANTIQUE DES BOIS DERIVES - CABD

COMPAGNIE ATLANTIQUE DES BOIS ET DÉRIVÉS (CABD) is a renowned company with 37 years of experience in the import and export of tropical woods. Founded in 1980, CABD initially focused on trading logs from West African forests, particularly the Ivory Coast, before expanding its operations to countries like Liberia, Gabon, the DRC, Cameroon, the CAR, and the Republic of Congo. Over the years, the company has evolved to specialize in primary processing activities in Africa, such as sawmilling and planing, with a dedicated planing facility located near the port of La Pallice in La Rochelle, France.

CABD's core products include primary processed timber like sawn, dried, planed, and finger-jointed wood, offering a wide range of profiles to industrial and merchant clients. The company's strategic positioning in the timber industry, both upstream and downstream, sets it apart as a key player in the market. With a commitment to quality control, environmental sustainability (FSC, LCB, RBUE certifications), and personalized customer service, CABD has built strong relationships with merchant-importers and industrial designers within the sector.

Driven by a mission to industrialize logging operations and facilitate the transfer of European industries to the African region, CABD has established itself as a reputable entity with a global presence. Led by Jean-Jacques BOUTROT, the company upholds values of performance, reactivity, and environmental stewardship. Looking ahead, CABD continues to focus on innovation and expanding its product offerings to meet the evolving needs of the timber industry, ensuring a sustainable and prosperous future for the company and its stakeholders.