EUDR vs EUTR: What biomass companies need to know

The transition from EUTR (EU Timber Regulation) to EUDR (EU Deforestation Regulation) introduces stricter requirements for biomass supply chains, particularly around traceability and due diligence.

From legality to full traceability

EUTR focused on preventing illegal timber from entering the EU market. EUDR goes further, requiring companies to demonstrate that products are not linked to deforestation or forest degradation.

This shifts the focus from legality to proven origin and transparency.

Key changes under EUDR

EUDR introduces:

• Mandatory geolocation data for raw material origin
• Risk assessment and mitigation requirements
• Expanded product scope
• Stricter due diligence obligations

This significantly increases operational and data requirements.

What do EUDR requirements means for biomass supply chains

For operators and traders, EUDR impacts daily operations:

• More detailed supply chain mapping
• Verified data collection at origin
• Stronger documentation requirements
• Increased need for coordination between logistics, inspection and certification

From regulation to practical implementation

Compliance is not only about systems, but also about execution.

Companies need to:

• Structure data flows across the supply chain
• Align suppliers with new requirements
• Ensure transport and storage processes support traceability
• Maintain audit-ready documentation

This requires both technical solutions and operational expertise.

Integrated support across the supply chain

Peterson and Peterson Solutions support companies with:

• Due diligence systems

• Inspection and data collection

• Logistics transparency and reporting

Conclusion

EUDR requires biomass supply chains to be fully transparent and verifiable. Companies that integrate compliance into operations early will be better positioned to adapt.

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