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September 2025 in Review: Celebrating Arbor Month
MTO Group celebrates Arbor Month with tree planting, food security, and community partnerships. Discover our September highlights and impact.
Sep 302 min read


MTO Launches Mercedes-Benz Logging Truck for Insourced Transport
MTO Group launches its first Mercedes-Benz logging truck, boosting efficiency, reducing costs, and strengthening insourced transport operations for long-term sustainability.
Sep 42 min read


Inside MTO’s Sustainable Forestry Value Chain
Discover how MTO Group delivers high-quality timber through a sustainable forestry value chain — from seedling research to sawmilling and final delivery.
Aug 132 min read


Rebuilding Hope, Together – Honouring 67 Minutes for Mandela Day
MTO Group honours Mandela Day with community upliftment efforts in George, Hazyview, and Stellenbosch — rebuilding dignity, hope, and connection.
Jul 232 min read


Health and Safety at MTO: 750,000 Injury-Free Hours at Our George Sawmill
Discover how MTO George Sawmill achieved 750,000 injury-free hours through a strong health and safety culture and shared commitment to excellence.
Jun 302 min read


Landing Your First Job: Insights from MTO’s Chief People Officer
MTO’s Chief People Officer shares expert tips on landing your first job. Insights from the FSCC Youth Webinar for graduates entering the job market.
Jun 202 min read


Supplier Development: Nwabisa Mpompo’s Success Story
From subcontractor to independent silviculture service provider, Nwabisa Mpompo’s journey with MTO Group is a powerful example of how our Enterprise and Supplier Development programme creates real opportunities for long-term success.
May 161 min read


International Day of Forests | Forests & Food
Each year, the International Day of Forests highlights the crucial role forests play in sustaining life on Earth.
Mar 212 min read


MTO Group Celebrates 20 Years of Sustainable Forestry & Growth
2025 marks a significant milestone for MTO Group—20 years since we signed our lease agreement with the government of South Africa.
Feb 123 min read


MTO Research Team Takes Tree Climbing Training to New Heights
Discover how MTO's research team enhances forestry innovation with expert tree climbing training, ensuring safety and precision in forestry.
Jan 82 min read


Luxury Design Meets a Sustainable Solution with Thermally Modified Wood Decking
Explore the elegance of thermally modified wood decking luxury design meets sustainability.
Nov 26, 20242 min read


Empowering the Next Generation: MTO Hosts Tsitsikamma Career Day
MTO Group’s Tsitsikamma Career Day inspired learners with real-world career insights. Learn more about our commitment to youth development.
Nov 6, 20242 min read


The Essential Role of the MTO Maintenance Team in Timber Manufacturing
At MTO, we take pride in our dynamic, diversified, and innovative Maintenance Team
Oct 31, 20242 min read


World Food Day 2024: MTO's Commitment to Food Security and Sustainability
MTO Group's food security programme empowers communities with sustainable food gardens, fighting hunger and malnutrition.
Oct 16, 20242 min read


Women of MTO | Freya Swanepoel Spotlight - Women's Month 2024
Celebrate Women’s Month 2024 with MTO Group as we spotlight the incredible Women of MTO, with our final feature of the month.
Aug 30, 20242 min read


Women of MTO | Lydia Daniels Spotlight - Women's Month 2024
In our ongoing celebration of Women’s Month 2024, we proudly introduce Lydia Daniels, the first female production coordinator at MTO Retreat
Aug 23, 20241 min read


Women of MTO | Alicia Brink Spotlight - Women's Month 2024
As we continue to honor the remarkable women at MTO Group this Women’s Month 2024, we are thrilled to introduce Alicia Brink
Aug 16, 20242 min read


Women of MTO | Ntsako Shikwambana Spotlight - Women's Month 2024
Upon completing her studies, Ntsako was offered a permanent position as a junior forester at MTO and has subsequently been promoted.
Aug 8, 20242 min read


CCA Wood Poles: Buying and Using Treated Timber
Read about CCA Wood Poles, CCA Treatments & Applications, the Kiln Drying Process, Hazard Classes and Safety Precautions.
Aug 5, 20243 min read


Women of MTO | Jodie Mawson Spotlight - Women's Month 2024
Did you know that women make 29% of the MTO Group’s 1169 staff compliment? This is no small feat for a historically male-dominated forestry.
Aug 2, 20241 min read


MTO Celebrates Mandela Day 2024
In honour of Mandela Day 2024, MTO employees dedicate their time - 67 minutes - to make a meaninful impact in our communities.
Jul 18, 20241 min read
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