Wood and Furniture

A Swedish SME specializing in the design and development of sustainable bat and bird boxes is seeking to establish cooperation with international manufacturers. The company’s field of activity is the production of eco-friendly products that support biodiversity and are suitable for outdoor use. The business request is for manufacturers capable of producing finished wildlife boxes according to the company’s specifications, using sustainable materials and adhering to strict quality and environmental standards. The selected cooperation types are outsourcing and supplier agreements, as the company aims to transfer the entire production process to a reliable EU-based partner while ensuring consistent quality, sustainability, and efficient logistics. This approach allows the SME to focus on product development and market expansion, while leveraging the manufacturing expertise of the partner. The desired outcome of the international partnership is to secure a dependable manufacturer who can deliver finished products that meet annual volume requirements and support the company’s mission of promoting biodiversity. International cooperation could include sample testing, technical specification sharing, and coordinated logistics. The desired partner is a manufacturer with proven experience in producing wooden outdoor products, preferably wildlife boxes, and the ability to scale production as needed. The partner is expected to ensure timely delivery, maintain quality, and comply with environmental certifications. Technical Specification or Expertise Sought • Proven experience in manufacturing finished wooden outdoor products, preferably wildlife boxes • Ability to meet specified annual production volumes and scale as required • Use of FSC-certified wood and other sustainable materials • Weather-resistant construction, including C4 or equivalent corrosion-resistant fasteners • Recyclable and sturdy packaging for finished products • Compliance with environmental certifications such as FSC and ISO 14001 • Strong quality control and consistency in product batches • Location within the European Union (EU) is preferable, due to logistical advantages, reliable delivery, and the exclusion of customs procedures Expected role of a partner The partner should be a manufacturer specializing in wooden outdoor products, ideally with experience in wildlife boxes. The partner’s main tasks include producing finished bat and bird boxes according to the Swedish company's specifications, ensuring the use of sustainable materials, and maintaining high-quality standards. The partner is expected to manage the entire production process. Additional expectations include transparency, reliability, adherence to environmental standards, and the ability to scale production in line with demand.