Uruguay showcases forestry and bioeconomy expertise

Uruguay highlighted its forestry sector and bioeconomy capabilities through participation in major regional events. At the Uruforest fair in Juan Lacaze, Montes del Plata presented its 2025 Sustainability Report, noting the company's significant economic impact. The company accounted for 1.3% of Uruguay's GDP and 6.9% of the country's total goods exports over the last three years.

Montes del Plata's value chain includes over 6,000 jobs and more than 2,100 supplier companies, 81% of which are Uruguayan. The company employs 608 direct staff and over 3,100 contractors.

Additionally, Gastón Martínez, Director General of Forestry, represented Uruguay at the II Colombian Bioeconomy Week in Barranquilla. Designated as the guest country for the event, Uruguay shared expertise regarding sustainable development, carbon capture, and the valuation of biological resources. The participation aimed to foster international cooperation, investment, and knowledge exchange between Uruguay and Colombia in the fields of biomaterials and forest industry innovation.