Fibria publishes its 2010 Sustainability Report

Fibria’s 2010 Sustainability Report compiles the results of the company’s performance in the economic, financial, corporate governance and socioenvironmental responsibility spheres during the past year. In addition to Fibria’s business sustainability context, the Report provides a description and analysis of the company’s sustainability goals and targets. This publication is the result of the efforts of more than one hundred professionals, during a five-month period. Fibria’s CEO, Carlos Aguiar, stated that, “This Report is the company’s most important communication tool. It is here that we confirm our commitment to transparency, best corporate governance practices and close and open relations with the communities in which we are inserted. It is also here that we demonstrate the importance of our company’s efforts in working towards a sustainable society”. A browsable version and full, executive summary or customizable PDF versions of the Report are available on our website, at: www.fibria.com.br/rs2010/en.

Fibria discloses 1Q2011 results

Fibria showed a net income of R$389 million for the first quarter, 140% higher than in the fourth quarter of 2010. The results were released on May 2^nd. This increase was mainly due to the sale of the Consórcio Paulista de Papel e Celulose (CONPACEL) and graphic products distributor KSR. The company’s net debt was reduced by 19% during the quarter, to a total of R$7.96 billion, while the debt / EBITDA ratio was down to 2.9 times, the lowest level since Fibria came into being. Click here for more information.

Calculation of the Jacareí Unit’s water footprint

In June, researchers at the University of São Paulo (USP) and the Technological Institute of Aeronautics (ITA) are scheduled to complete a preliminary version of the water footprint – an indicator of water use within the production chain – for Fibria’s Jacareí Unit (São Paulo state). The methodology adopted is that of the Water Footprint Network (WFN), which will also be used at the Três Lagoas (Mato Grosso do Sul state) and Aracruz (Espírito Santo state) Units.

Fibria hosts talk on sustainability reports

On May 3^rd, Michael Krzus, of the auditing and financial consulting firm Grant Thornton, visited Fibria’s central administration office, in São Paulo to give a talk on of the concept of “one report”, whereby a company’s financial and non-financial results are disclosed in a single integrated publication. Michael came to Brazil to launch the book One Report: Integrated Reporting For A Sustainable Strategy, which he co-authored with Robert Eccles, a professor at Harvard Business School.

First “Fibria Day” in New York City

On May 11^th Fibria organized, in New York City, a meeting between company representatives and investors, analysts and journalists. The event marked the first edition of “Fibria Day”, aimed at developing closer relations between the company’s management and market analysts and press in the USA.

New equipment undergoing testing at the Aracruz Unit

Operational testing of the new bleaching installations in Fiberline A, at the Aracruz Unit (Espírito Santo state), was initiated on May 2^nd. The project will allow a reduction in the use of chemicals, while at the same time improving the mill’s energy efficiency. The total investment amounted to R$110 million and generated over 500 jobs while the work was being done.

Participation in birdwatching exhibition

The 6^th Brazilian Birdwatchers’ Gathering (AVISTAR), the leading Brazilian event in this field, took place in the city of São Paulo (São Paulo state), between May 13^th and 15^th. The program included lectures, workshops, and a photographic exhibition. Fibria sponsored the event and a talk on the management and monitoring of birds within the company’s forest areas, as well as painting workshops and children’s games.

Training of nursery staff

More than 20 staff members of the Associação Nativas participated in a training course provided by Fibria at the Luiz de Queiroz School of Agriculture (ESALQ/USP), in Piracicaba (São Paulo state). The classes covered methodologies and techniques for seed collecting and the production of seedlings of native tree species. The association supplies seedlings used by Fibria in forest restoration.

Local development project focuses on wood and by-products

On May 2^nd, the municipal government of Ribas do Rio Pardo (Mato Grosso do Sul state), in partnership with Fibria and other local companies, launched the Project for the Consolidation of Local Production of Wood and Wood Products. This initiative aims to strengthen the local economy through partnerships for the sustainable use of wood in sawmills and furniture factories.

Fibria holds course on seed collection and management

The course on Seed Collection, Management and Legislation regarding Atlantic Rainforest Native Species, held on May 16^th and 17^th, trained seed collectors, nursery staff and representatives of teaching institutions, environmental bodies and NGOs from the states of Bahia and Espírito Santo. This initiative was developed by Fibria, the Instituto BioAtlântica (IBIO) and the Atlantic Rainforest Restoration Pact and put into practice in the municipality of Teixeira de Freitas (Bahia state).

Aracruz honey is exported to Europe and the USA

Aracruz Beekeepers Association (APIARA) has exported 20 tons of honey in May 2011. This is the second export shipment made by APIARA, which is supported by the Aracruz Municipal Department of Agriculture, Fibria and the Brazilian Support Agency to Micro and Small Companies (SEBRAE).

Fibria participates in international eucalyptus pulp event

Paulo César Pavan, manager of Product Development at the Fibria Technology Center, was a keynote speaker at the 5^th International Colloquium on Eucalyptus Pulp, held in Porto Seguro (Bahia state), between May 9^th and 12^th, where he gave a presentation on the tissue paper segment. Fernando Bertolucci, Technology Center assistant general manager, and Marcelo Rodrigues Silva, process specialist at Fibria, moderated sessions at the event, which was organized by the Federal University of Viçosa (UFV) and the Society for Forest Research (SIF).

Did you know...

...that Fibria is a founding partner of one of the most important projects for the recovery of Brazil’s Atlantic Rainforest? The goal is the conservation and restoration of 150,000 hectares of this biome over a ten-year period – 122,000 hectares of native forest and 28,000 hectares of eucalyptus forests. The project involves the Ethos Institute, the Oikos Institute, Banco Santander, the SOS Atlantic Rainforest Foundation, the Tomie Ohtake Institute and PricewaterhouseCoopers. Click here to learn about other commitments that have been assumed by Fibria.