Strategic sourcing, delivered

Quality logs, Global reach, Local touch

Oaple manages end-to-end log procurement: vendor qualification, origin grading, price modeling, contracting, and export coordination — so you get the right logs, at the right price, right when you need them.

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NHLA-aligned grading• Global supplier network• FSC/PEFC support
Oaple procurement team inspecting logs at origin

Procurement capabilities

From discovery to delivery, we act as your sourcing desk across North America and Europe.

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Sourcing & Supplier Network

Multi-species access (oak, ash, maple, pine, spruce, etc) through trusted origin partners. We qualify suppliers on compliance, price, yield, and reliability.

  • Supplier vetting & onboarding
  • Availability checks by region & season
  • Risk & contingency planning

Specification & Grading at Origin

We translate your specs into measurable criteria and perform NHLA-aligned grading, sorting, and bundle prep at source.

  • Diameter/length/defect thresholds
  • Bundle & load plans per order
  • Photo/video proof of lots

Contracting & Price Models

Full-service contracts — we align terms with your volume cadence, grade tolerance, and delivery windows.

  • Incoterms (EXW/FCA/DAP/FOB/etc.)
  • We support LC / TT / TT in Advance / DP
  • QC and fast shipping

Export Coordination

We coordinate inland haulage, loading, processing and ocean bookings with complete pack lists and export paperwork to your incoterms.

  • Container/in-bulk loading
  • Customs & phytosanitary docs
  • Milestone tracking & updates

How we procure

01
Brief & Specs

Define species, dimensions, grade, volumes, and necessary treatments. We map viable origins and seasonality.

02
Source & Qualify

Supplier screening, sample lots, and in-person grading with photo/video validation before procuring.

03
Contract & Price

Work within trad terms, align QC, shipment expectations, and delivery windows with contract specifications.

04
Load, Ship & Support

We manage loading, documents, and tracking through arrival — with post-delivery review and continuous improvement.

Sourcing Regions
North America

Where Oaple Procures Our Logs

We work closely with forestry partners across North America to ensure consistent supply, predictable quality, and responsible harvesting practices. Our network extends through several key states and provinces known for their hardwood and softwood production.

  • Reliable sourcing across the U.S. East Coast
  • Established partnerships with long-standing yards
  • Sustainable forestry and traceable origins
Oaple North American log sourcing regions map
Map: forestry product sourcing across North America.

Species we sell

Certified, export-ready hardwoods and softwoods. Graded at origin to your specifications.

North America

White Oak

Quercus alba
  • All Grades
Sawlogs Veneer

Red Oak

Quercus rubra
  • All Grades
Sawlogs Veneer

Ash

Fraxinus americana / excelsior
  • All Grades
Sawlogs Veneer

Hard Maple

Acer Saccharum
  • All Grades
Sawlogs Veneer

Walnut

Juglans
  • All Grades
Sawlogs Veneer

Yellow Birch

Betula alleghaniensis
  • All Grades
Sawlogs Veneer

Spruce

Picea
  • All Grades
Sawlogs Veneer

Southern Yellow Pine

Pinus echinata
  • All Grades
Sawlogs Veneer

Cherry

Prunus serotina
  • All Grades
Sawlogs Veneer

Europe

Oak

Quercus alba
  • All Grades
Sawlogs Veneer

Ash

Fraxinus americana / excelsior
  • All Grades
Sawlogs Veneer

Spruce

Picea
  • All Grades
Sawlogs Veneer

Beech

Fagus sylvatica
  • All Grades
Sawlogs Veneer
Dimensions and availability vary by origin and season. Veneer grades subject to pre-inspection.
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FAQs

Oaple combines cutting-edge logistics with decades of experience in log export. Our buyers each have over 10 years of experience specializing in export-grade quality inspection. We operate our own facilities for sorting, grading, debarking, and processing, ensuring every shipment meets your specifications.
Our team travels thousands of kilometers across the U.S. and Europe every week, personally inspecting logs to maintain consistent, top-tier quality standards.
We always complete 100% of our contracts (±10%) and only sell logs that are already pre-purchased and secured. Even if market prices rise, we still honor and complete every shipment on schedule.
We export a wide range of hardwood and softwood species, including: Red Oak, White Oak, Walnut, Ash, Hickory, Poplar, Basswood, Southern Yellow Pine, Spruce, Hard Maple, and more upon request.
Yes. Every veneer log we supply is individually inspected on all four sides to ensure optimal grain and quality.
Yes. We provide both debarking and fumigation services in North America and Europe, fully compliant with the importing country’s regulations.
Absolutely. We handle all required export documents, including Bill of Lading (BL), Phytosanitary Certificate, Certificate of Origin, and any additional paperwork needed for customs clearance.
We ship globally to any major ocean port, ensuring efficient delivery wherever your business is located.
Yes. All shipments include standard ocean freight insurance for added peace of mind.
We accept wire transfers and Letters of Credit (LCs)

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