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EUDR Regulation Explained: What Changes and When

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June 25, 2026

EU Regulation 2023/1115 replaced the EU Timber Regulation (EUTR) on 29 June 2023. It extended the scope from timber to seven commodity groups, raised the compliance standard from legality to deforestation-free, introduced a mandatory Due Diligence Statement (DDS) submission requirement, and made GPS-level supply chain traceability a legal obligation. For legal, compliance and trade teams, understanding exactly what the regulation says, what changed from the previous framework, and what the current deadlines are is the foundation of any compliance programme.

The Complete Guide to EUDR: Everything Your Business Needs to Know

The EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) requires businesses to prove that seven key commodities and their derivatives are both deforestation-free and legally produced. The regulation applies to operators placing goods on the EU market or exporting from it. First-in-line operators must submit a Due Diligence Statement before products enter the market. Downstream operators have lighter obligations. Penalties for non-compliance include fines of up to 4% of annual EU turnover, confiscation of goods, and temporary market bans.

Timber Tariffs and HS Codes: What US Importers Need to Verify

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May 29, 2026

The US timber tariff environment has garnered much attention recently. For importers trying to navigate it, the instinct is to focus on which tariff applies and what it costs

Lacey Act Due Care: What It Means in Practice

Lacey Act due care is frequently referenced in US trade compliance, but it is also a ‘moving target’ that may feel difficult to define.

Lacey Act Compliance Centre: A Guide for Timber Importers

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May 27, 2026

The Lacey Act regulates the trade of wood products across the entire supply chain. Anyone importing, distributing, trading or selling wood products needs to be able to demonstrate that they exercised due care in verifying legality.

How Singapore Is Leading the Shift to Renewable Maritime Fuel

Singapore has emerged as a key global player and energy hub in maritime industries. As the world’s second-largest port and its largest bunkering hub, the city-state handles more marine fuel than anywhere else on earth. In 2025 alone, marine fuel sales hit a record 56.77 million tonnes. Now, Singapore is moving on renewable maritime fuel, and the rest of the industry is paying attention. This article explores how Singapore is leading this shift, on the back of DoubleHelix’s recent engagement with key government stakeholders in the city-state.