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Florence Perrucaud, Ducerf Exports: “to be forward-thinking and to not depend on a single market”
That symbolises Ducerf’s winning spirit. For over thirty years, the group has been driven by a constant resolve to expand into new markets, in Europe, China and India... And it is a successful policy, because today, 50% of the group's turnover comes from exports. However, it is also a policy that requires specialist knowledge of markets and unfailing administrative expertise! Here is Florence Perrucaud, the Ducerf Group’s Import and Export Manager, to paint us a picture of the industry...
Jacques Ducerf: “2017 was a good year, and the aim for 2018 is to increase productivity and win new clients! ”
After the traditional end-of-the-year break over the holiday season, business has resumed in the Ducerf group's units. This new year will once again be important for the development of the company. Ambition, innovation, respect for customers and team commitment… Jacques Ducerf, CEO of the group, sets the course for 2018 and sends everyone his warm wishes!
Edouard Ducerf: “Priority is given to investments and modernising to offset rising prices for our clients!”
Just like every autumn, the usual period for stockpiling wood is in full swing in the French sawmills. At the heart of debates in the hardwood sector: prices are still on the rise, procuring round logs is problematic, but opportunities never fail to arise in France, as well as abroad. We checked in with Edouard Ducerf, Deputy Managing Director of the Ducerf Group.
Transporting Ducerf’s wood – The art of “constantly leveraging and adapting!”
In some ways, they're the air-traffic controllers of the Ducerf Group... but their task revolves around the roads, railways and sea. From their control tower in Vendenesse-lès-Charolles, Burgundy, the staff from Sales and Logistics Management manage the almost continuous rotation of lorries and containers transporting Ducerf's wood to the neighbouring town, as well as halfway across the world. This article takes a closer look at this strategic department which, spearheaded by the Head of Transport, Terry Charnaisse Brown, must constantly juggle with modes of transportation, costs and national and international law.
Frédéric Doucet, Michelin-starred chef: “really pleased with the quality of Ducerf’s products and the final results for my establishment!”
It's a little slice of paradise in the very heart of Burgundy. The Hôtel de la Poste, owned by the Michelin-starred chef Frédéric Doucet, stands between two flower-lined quaysides in the “Venice of Charolais.” On entering the hotel, the use of wood provides a cosy and sophisticated welcome. The material is omnipresent throughout the hotel, from the elegant and comfortable bedrooms, to the internationally renowned gourmet restaurant and the relaxed Bistrot du Quai. The passionate and enthusiastic chef took pleasure in talking about his fondness for wood, and particularly products from the Ducerf Group. Our interview...
The Ducerf Group – now on social media!
One year on from the launch of our new website, which offers you a brand-new design and browsing experience, the Ducerf Group has expanded its use of digital media even further by joining social networks!