About Us
Oceania Wood Pellets Ltd. (OWP) was founded in 2025 and is headquartered in New Zealand. The company is led by European experts who possess decades of industry experience in wood pellet production and sustainable energy.
OWP specializes in developing large scale, world class wood pellet plants, focusing exclusively on producing "white" (non torrefied) wood pelletsthe global industry standard. These pellets are primarily focused on addressing New Zealand's domestic process heat needs.
We address the challenge of unmanaged forest residues (slash and low grade logs) by driving investment in commercially viable, market driven pellet production facilities. This approach brings together forestry owners, transport providers, energy companies, and investment partners to build a resilient value chain.
OWP targets regions where residue management is a pressing social and political issue and where efficient plant siting is possible to lower transport distances, creating a sustainable solution for both environmental and economic challenges.
Our Mission
To transform New Zealand's underutilized forest residues including slash and low grade logs into a valuable, renewable energy resource, achieving 1 million tons of annual wood pellet production capacity by 2030.
National Decarbonization
Providing a renewable, drop in fuel alternative to fossil fuels. White wood pellets are suited for retrofitting natural gas and coal boilers, enabling energy intensive sectors to cut emissions faster.
Sustainable Forest Management
Transforming slash and low grade logs which often decompose and emit greenhouse gases into valuable energy products. This reduces environmental risks like erosion and runoff while encouraging healthier forests.
Regional Economic Development
Creating opportunities across the value chain, including job creation in construction, operations, and transport logistics. This strengthens rural economies and increases forest land value.
Building a Bridge to Domestic Viability
Leveraging short term export demand to establish a strong commercial foundation, ensuring financial viability for early investors while securing the local supply chain.
Our Values
Guided by principles rooted in Aotearoa New Zealand's culture and our commitment to sustainability
Kaitiakitanga
Guardianship of the Land
Protecting New Zealand's natural resources through sustainable forestry, clean energy, and responsible land use, ensuring thriving forests and healthy ecosystems for future generations.
Manaakitanga
Care for People & Community
Valuing people and regions by focusing on safe workplaces, reliable energy, and local jobs to contribute to stronger, more resilient communities.
Auahatanga
Innovation for a Changing World
Investing in clean technology, research, and continuous improvement to drive New Zealand's transition to a low carbon future and maintain global competitiveness.
He Ringa Raupā
Backing Local, Building Resilience
Prioritizing NZ sourced residues and fostering a local supply chain, which strengthens energy independence, supports Kiwi businesses, and creates enduring regional benefits.
Pono me te Tikanga
Integrity in Every Pellet
Operating with transparency, quality, and care across the entire supply chain, asserting that doing the right thing is central to our operations.
Kaitiakitanga
Guardianship of the Land
Protecting New Zealand's natural resources through sustainable forestry, clean energy, and responsible land use, ensuring thriving forests and healthy ecosystems for future generations.
Manaakitanga
Care for People & Community
Valuing people and regions by focusing on safe workplaces, reliable energy, and local jobs to contribute to stronger, more resilient communities.
Our Strategy
1 Million Tons
OWP is committed to building 1 million tons of annual pellet production capacity by 2030 through a focused, actionable strategy:
Leveraging Regulatory Momentum
Aligning with New Zealand's climate and forestry policies, we provide a scalable solution to persistent supply chain challenges in the forestry sector.
First-Mover Advantage
As one of New Zealand's earliest large-scale pellet developers, OWP is well-positioned to meet surging domestic demand and capture early market share.
Comprehensive Slash Management
We partner with forest owners to create a platform for removing, monetizing, and utilizing forestry slash and bin wood, while offering market alternatives for low grade logs turning environmental challenges into economic opportunity.
Collaborating with Local Partners
Working closely with Māori trusts and regional investment entities, we co-invest in infrastructure projects that stimulate regional economies and create long-term jobs.
Building a Reliable Supply Chain
By leading development, commissioning, operations, training, and marketing, OWP establishes a robust, large-scale pellet supply chain that gives major industrial buyers confidence to convert from fossil fuels.
Building New Zealand's Clean Energy Future
Through strategic partnerships, technical excellence, and a commitment to sustainability, OWP is establishing the foundation for New Zealand's transition to renewable process heat creating jobs, supporting regional development, and driving decarbonization across key industrial sectors.