Ward Knowles achieved certification within six months of embarking on the process with BM Trada Certification.

The Lancashire-based company opted for the certification process following requests from the end-users of its print management clients.

Ward Knowles is now looking to source an FSC supplier of computer listing paper.

"We can see a need to offer a product which has chain of custody certification, and we will be holding meetings in the coming weeks," said director Tony Scott.

Ward Knowles employs 160 staff, and has a turnover of 15m.