our wood
Norteak is committed to producing high-quality wood by integrating quality-enhancing measures into our responsible forestry practices. We focus on promoting long, healthy, knot-free stems and handling logs with care—from tree felling to loading onto trucks or into containers.
Our main species, Teak, already delivers good-quality timber. This quality will continue to improve as the plantations complete their full 20-year production cycle. We also aim to offer a consistent supply of Coyote (Platymiscium dimorphandrum), though its growth is slower, and it will take a few more years before we have a stable yield beyond scattered self-grown trees.
of teak under management, with 50–100 ha renewed yearly.
of logs supplied annually, split 50/50 between export and domestic markets.
Our Teak Supply
Norteak manages 1,840 hectares of teak plantations, established since 2009. Our goal is to maintain a 20-year growth cycle—or longer if demand supports it—by renewing 50 to 100 hectares each year. We have begun renewing some of our 16-year-old plantations, enabling us to offer higher-quality logs than those typically obtained from thinning operations, where the best trees are usually left uncut. Currently, we have the capacity to supply 6,000–8,000 cubic meters of logs annually. We aim to divide sales equally between the domestic market and international exports.
Our teak logs
Our trees are healthy and showing good growth for their age. While they still produce fresh sapwood, we are now observing significant development of dark-colored hardwood.
As seen in the photos, even small age differences result in visible variations in wood color and quality. We can select based on these differences if required.
Most trees at final harvest produce long, straight logs—many reaching lengths of 8 to 10 meters.
Potential Uses of Teak
Teak (Tectona grandis) is one of the world’s most renowned tropical hardwoods, with a long history in international trade. It was likely the first tropical tree species to be cultivated in plantations.
Known for its exceptional durability, moisture and pest resistance, and premium appearance, teak is ideal for both indoor and outdoor applications—even after long exposure to sun and rain.
Common uses include:
Indoor and outdoor furniture
Doors and flooring
Decking and facades
Luxury boat and yacht decks
Port infrastructure and marine applications
Teak’s durability comes from its natural oil content, which develops between ages 15 and 20. The dark heartwood is more resistant than the sapwood, and density increases with age. For outdoor or soil-contact uses, teak should be harvested after 20 years, while younger wood is suitable for indoor furniture and covered structures.
Wood from Coyote
Coyote (Platymiscium dimorphandrum) is a close relative of rosewood. Though not as dense, it is still considered a durable tropical hardwood. Its color ranges between red and brown, and it is stable and relatively easy to work with.
However, the sapwood is fragile—it tends to lose appearance and structural integrity much earlier than the durable heartwood. Therefore, the combination of sapwood and heartwood should be reserved for indoor furniture applications.
Due to limited availability, Coyote does not hold a stable position in commercial markets. When traded, it is valued as a luxury wood.
The species regenerates easily in grasslands under specific ecological conditions and is also used as shade in coffee plantations. It is not endangered, unlike some of its relatives found in dry tropical forests.