Forlene Woods · Guyana
Premium Guyanese Hardwood for Global Construction & Industry
Supplying Greenheart, Purpleheart, Mora, Determa, Tatabu and other Guyanese hardwoods in logs, sawn lumber and custom dimensions for marine, infrastructure, commercial and specialty applications.
Guyana Hardwood · Responsibly Sourced · Built for Global Markets
Company Heritage
Guyanese Roots. Global Capability.
Forlene's timber operations trace their roots to 1997, when Forbes Skinner established Forlene Woods in Guyana. The business grew from hands-on logging and lumber production into a family enterprise serving local and international markets. Today, Forlene combines knowledge of Guyanese hardwoods, local sourcing capability, processing experience and international business relationships to supply durable hardwood products for demanding applications.
1997
Forlene Woods established in Guyana
2015
Family investment expands the operation
Today
Guyanese hardwood supplied to commercial and international markets
What We Do
From Guyana's Forests to Global Projects
Hardwood Logs
Round and square Guyanese hardwood logs supplied for marine, infrastructure, industrial and specialty applications.
Sawn Lumber
Hardwood lumber processed in standard or customer-specified dimensions.
Sawmill Processing
Local processing capability for commercial and project-specific timber requirements.
Kiln Drying
Drying capability for selected hardwood products and customer applications.
Export & Logistics
Coordination of documentation, inland transportation, port handling and international shipment from Guyana.
Hardwood Species
Premium Guyanese Hardwood Species
Markets & Applications
Built for Demanding Applications
Marine & Port Infrastructure
Durable Guyanese hardwood suitable for applications including piles, piers, docks, jetties, waterfront construction and marine structures.
Bridges & Civil Infrastructure
Heavy hardwood products for infrastructure and demanding structural environments.
Commercial Construction
Hardwood products for commercial and specialty construction.
Decking & Flooring
Durable premium hardwood for high-traffic and exterior applications.
Furniture & Architectural
Distinctive hardwood species for furniture, cabinetry, millwork and architectural applications.
Industrial Applications
Heavy hardwood for specialized industrial and engineering applications.
Responsible Forestry
Responsible Guyanese Forestry
Responsible sourcing and regulatory compliance are central to Forlene's operations. Timber supplied by Forlene is sourced through legally authorized channels in Guyana and handled in accordance with applicable forestry requirements.
Global Reach
Guyana Operations. Global Reach.
From local sourcing and processing in Guyana to international customer coordination and export logistics, Forlene connects Guyana's exceptional hardwood resources with projects and buyers around the world.
Guyana Operations
- Forestry
- Sourcing
- Processing
- Local logistics
- Project coordination
United States Commercial Support
- Customer development
- International coordination
- Commercial relationships
- Market development
Tell Us What Your Project Requires.
Provide your species, dimensions, quantity, destination and application and our team will review your requirements.