Growth through US expansion New Forests has recently expanded its US footprint with a significant acquisition of 44,200 acres of Washington timberland and expanded offices in the United States, signaling a strategic push into North American timberland assets that could align with potential client and partner opportunities in North America.
Scale and diversification With AUD 12.15 billion AUM across timber plantations, conservation areas, carbon projects, agriculture, and infrastructure, there are multiple cross-selling chances to institutions seeking diversified nature-based investment strategies and ESG-aligned portfolios.
Sustainability leadership As a Certified B Corp focused on nature-based solutions and sustainable development, New Forests can appeal to mission-driven investors and pension funds seeking credible, standards-aligned partners for climate and biodiversity-focused mandates.
Global impact focus Operating across Australia, New Zealand, Southeast Asia, Africa, and the United States, New Forests presents opportunities to engage multinational clients looking for global-capability managers with local implementation teams and diversified regional exposure.
Recent leadership and deals Recent leadership changes in global acquisitions and the acquisition of Washington timberland assets indicate active growth and a dynamic strategy; this can be leveraged to approach firms seeking track records of rapid expansion and asset-light to asset-heavy transition strategies.