Our Work
Case Study: Softwood Harvest & Export Coordination
With a tight delivery window and multiple plantation sites across Lithgow, Oberon, Orange and Bathurst, we coordinated teams, logistics and compliance requirements to meet export deadlines. Each phase demanded precision—from grading and barcoding to containerisation and transport—ensuring quality was maintained throughout the supply chain.
The Challenge
The landowner required expert coordination of a large-scale harvest operation that would maximise returns from softwood plantations across the Bathurst region while meeting export quality standards.
We were tasked with managing the end-to-end harvesting and export of 100,000 tonnes of Radiata Pine, ensuring high-grade segregation, compliance and smooth logistics through to international shipping.
Our Solution
Jamax engaged qualified local contractors with proven expertise in quality control, environmental practices and OHS compliance. Radiata Pine logs were harvested and sorted by grade to optimise landowner returns and meet precise export specifications.
The logs were measured, tagged, fumigated and loaded into 40’ containers at Kelso before being railed to Port Botany for shipment to Asian markets.
The Result
The project delivered an efficient, compliant and profitable outcome for the landowner, with every stage managed to industry best practice. Strategic log sorting and contractor performance ensured optimal product integrity and export readiness.
We strengthened our reputation for reliable, full-scope forest logistics from harvest through to international delivery.
Case Study: Timber Viability & Appraisal for Property Transactions
Jamax Forest Solutions was engaged to perform independent timber viability assessments for landowners involved in property transactions. With the stakes high—ranging from sale price justification to legal compliance—our team provided expert analysis, valuation and testimony, ensuring buyers and sellers were fully informed and supported by authoritative forestry expertise.
The Challenge
Vendors and purchasers of timbered land required accurate and defensible information about standing timber assets. Some needed formal valuations for compliance with AASB 141 and the Corporations Act 2001, while others sought appraisals to support negotiations or legal proceedings. Ensuring rigour, transparency and market relevance was essential to meet diverse stakeholder needs.
Our Solution
We delivered independent timber appraisals grounded in regulatory standards and market insight. Each assessment considered species mix, forest productivity, silvicultural options and local log product demand. As Registered Forestry Professionals, we conducted all work in line with ACFA’s national valuation standard, tailoring each report to the assignment scope, complexity and intended use.
The Result
Clients received valuation reports that stood up to commercial scrutiny and legal challenge. From informal timber appraisals to formal fair market value assignments, we enabled confident property transactions and dispute resolution. Our ability to deliver accurate, timely and context-specific reports reinforced Jamax’s reputation as a trusted authority in forest valuation.
Case Study: Independent Timber Appraisal – Central NSW Summary Statement
In Central NSW, Jamax Forest Solutions conducted an independent timber appraisal to support a land transaction involving mature native and plantation forest. The client required an accurate, standards-aligned valuation to inform price negotiations and ensure regulatory compliance. Our expert team delivered a detailed assessment that withstood both commercial and legal scrutiny.
The Challenge
A private landowner sought to sell a forested property and needed to understand the commercial value of the standing timber. The potential buyer also required confidence in the vendor’s claims and wanted a professional report to inform their investment decision. The appraisal needed to be objective, accurate and aligned with Australian forest valuation standards.
Our Solution
Our Registered Forestry Professional (RFP 110) led the appraisal, conducting a detailed field inventory and applying ACFA’s national valuation standard. We accounted for species composition, log product grades, harvesting constraints and current market conditions. Drawing on deep local knowledge and valuation expertise, we prepared a clear, defensible report tailored to both vendor and purchaser needs.
The Result
The independent assessment allowed both parties to proceed with clarity and confidence. The vendor was able to factor timber value into their pricing, while the buyer relied on the analysis to support negotiations and satisfy due diligence. Jamax Forest Solutions reaffirmed its position as a trusted, impartial authority in timber valuation across regional NSW.
