PROJECT

Projects

Summary of Investment Information

Project Number

51263

Company Name

ARBOREAL S.A.

Date SPI Disclosed

Dec 30, 2025

Country

Uruguay

Region

Latin America and the Caribbean

Projected Board Date

Jan 31, 2026

Environmental Category

B - Limited

Status

Active

Last Updated Date

Jun 29, 2026

Department

Regional Industry MAS LAC & EUR

Industry

Agribusiness and Forestry

Previous Events

Approved : Feb 20, 2026
Signed : Mar 31, 2026
Invested : Jun 26, 2026

Sector

Solid Wood Products (VAP)

Project Description

IFC will support Arboreal S.A. (the “Company”) with a financing package of US$40 million for several key initiatives focused on enhancing value-add products and operational efficiency including: (i) installation of a thermally modified timber (TMT) production line, (ii) deployment of a biomass/briquette system for byproducts and sawdust, and (iii) general capital expenditures at the Tacuarembó plant. Additionally, the Project will refinance Arboreal’s existing debt. Arboreal’s current operations include a sawmill and mass timber production facility.                                                  

Associated Advisory Engagement

IFC is engaging in potential Upstream/Advisory services.                                                   

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Development Impact

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