The Joubert Plywood Group
Wood is our history and our future. Rooted in the heart of the Charente region of France, our enterprising and independent spirit shines through our core values of know-how, reliability and respect.
Having conducted our business with a positive and pioneering focus on environmental and societal impacts for over 20 years, our family-run Group has become the benchmark European brand for certified, healthy and sustainable plywoods. Joubert Plywood's Okoume and Poplar plywoods are highly compatible with the challenges of decarbonised and responsible construction. To meet these challenges, the Group guarantees that all of its plywoods are legally sourced as well as guaranteeing strict traceability, sustainable forest management that does not contribute to deforestation, and products Made in France to ensure reliability and quality. Mindful of the challenges in its region and those of the cities of the future and their inhabitants, the progress made by Joubert Plywood is testimony to its ability to intrinsically link humans to the future.
Commitments
Joubert Plywood panels100% healthy and legalAn exemplary certified construction for all
Joubert Plywood has been committed to a sustainable development model for a long time. Its strong commitment makes it the benchmark European brand for certified and legal Okoume and Poplar plywoods. US EPA TSCA TITLE VI CARB ULEF-approved for indoor air quality, Joubert Plywood panels play a role in the major issues facing public health. Its panels with very low formaldehyde and A+ rating for VOC emissions play an active role in the obtaining of the HQE construction, exemplary BREEAM and LEED ecolabels.
Joubert Plywood panelsEco-efficient 100% recyclable For sustainable and efficient buildings
Joubert Plywood panels are one of the most energy-efficient and the most effective timber materials when it comes to decarbonised and sustainable construction. Of optimum environmental and architectural quality, they add value to structures and buildings by guaranteeing a healthier, more comfortable and more responsible build.
Joubert Plywood panelsMade in FranceHelping to develop regions
Joubert Plywood promotes the development of a sustainable business model for all. It helps to regenerate forest in Gabon and France through committed partnerships, the support of foresters and a sustainable development model.
Joubert Plywood panelsRenewableBuilding a responsible future
All Joubert Plywood panels are certified legal and compliant with the EUDR for legal woods not contributing to deforestation. FSC® and PEFC-certified, they provide responsible solutions, arising exclusively from the sustainable management of forests in Gabon, plantations in France, and an initiative ensuring the optimisation and regeneration of resources. The Group is the leading distribution partner with reference plywoods in France and worldwide. It pursues a responsible, reliable and traceable supply policy that ensures the availability of products for current and future projects.
Joubert Plywood panelsAn innovative brandCreating a human-centered future
Joubert Plywood promotes short supply chains and prioritises local employment. Its Poplar plywoods are sourced regionally and Made in France for low impact, reconciling the reclamation of timber, recycling and energy efficiency in line with French and European consumer markets. The Group offers a comprehensive range of plywoods, used city-wide for new builds, renovation projects, cladding, interior decor in privately owned homes or public access buildings, and in industrial and nautical applications. Through continuous innovation and by reducing its impact on the climate, the Joubert Group contributes with its customers to energy transition and the decarbonisation of buildings, to create a future that respects both resources and human well-being.
Key dates
- 2023 Installation of photovoltaic panel parks
- 2021 New machining workshop
- 2019 New automated packing line
- 2017 Creation of JOUBERT VALTER PEUPLIERS
- 2014 Investment in Poplar
- 2008 FSC®, PEFC and CARB ULEF certification
- 2002 Creation of CPBG at Port-Gentil in Gabon
- 1990 Acquisition of SOPEGAR and creation of JOUBERT SAINT-JEAN D’ANGELY
- 1972 Manufacture of plywoods
- 1966 Diversification of production and introduction of peeled veneer
- 1930 André JOUBERT creates the Poplar saw mill at Eliots in the Charente region of France
Key figures
- 80,000 m³ /year Production capacity
- 60% turnover from Exports Present in 35 countries
- 245 employees in France
- 365 employees and partners worldwide
- 3 production sites
- 2 sites in France in New Aquitaine:
Les Eliots (16) and Saint-Jean d’Angély (17) - 1 site at Port-Gentil in Gabon
- 2 sites in France in New Aquitaine:
- Gender Equality Index at Joubert Plywood at the end of 2023:
- 91/100 for Joubert Les Eliots SAS
- 81/100 for Joubert Saint‑Jean d’Angely SAS
Joubert Plywood panels present worldwide
The Joubert Group sells legal and certified plywoods all over the world. Outside of Europe, its certifications ensure it meets the requirements of markets in countries with the most stringent environmental quality legislation.
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In France, a benchmark in certified plywood
At its two historic sites in the Charentes region, the Joubert Group built ultra-modern manufacturing units where it continues to produce all of its plywoods. It is continuing to develop its production capacities in France using local poplar resources to meet the emerging needs of its markets. Perfectionist by nature, the brand's rigorous process and checks are proof of the its reliability, quality and durability.