About FORLIANCE
Company Overview
FORLIANCE GmbH, a Macquarie-owned company
HeadquartersBonn, Germany
Founded2014
SizeApproximately 60 employees, mainly experts in forestry, climate, and sustainability (source: bonn.de)
What They Do
FORLIANCE is a Bonn-based company specializing in nature-based climate services, focusing on the development, financing, and management of climate projects that protect or restore forests and ecosystems (source: forliance.com). Unlike renewable energy developers, FORLIANCE concentrates on climate strategies, net-zero support, and project development in reforestation, agroforestry, and land-use systems (source: linkedin.com). The company offers specialized services in reforestation, carbon forestry, afforestation in arid areas, cocoa plantations, capacity building, and land management (source: linkedin.com). FORLIANCE works across industries with companies in construction, services, healthcare, trade, manufacturing, IT, automotive, culture, sports, agriculture, non-profits, and environmental services, primarily targeting established firms with more than three years of operation (source: bonn.de).
Projects & Track Record
FORLIANCE has an international portfolio of nature-based climate projects, including significant initiatives in Mexico, Colombia, Germany, and Romania (source: forliance.com). In Mexico, the company runs the "Mangrove Restoration Mexico" project as well as the "XiCO₂e" project, which reached a milestone in 2026 with 105 documented mangrove species in the Úrsulo Galván area (source: forliance.com). In Colombia, FORLIANCE is involved in the large-scale reforestation and greening project "Vichada Regenera" in the Orinoquía region, representing a significant expansion of its long-term activities (source: forliance.com). In Romania, FORLIANCE supports forest restoration in the Făgăraș Mountains, where the return of the European bison was documented after nearly 200 years (source: forliance.com). FORLIANCE is also active in its home market Germany with projects like "Re-Spire Westerwald," highlighting its local commitment (source: forliance.com).
Recent Developments
In September 2024, FORLIANCE announced a partnership with Gold Standard to develop an innovative mangrove management methodology using remote sensing technologies (source: forliance.com). In May 2025, key leadership changes took place with Marco Magini appointed as Chief Executive Officer and Laura McCormack-Waldschmidt joining the leadership team (source: forliance.com). Additionally, the company published several project updates in 2025 and 2026, including progress on XiCO₂e in Mexico, Vichada Regenera in Colombia, and the 2026 mangrove milestone in Mexico (source: forliance.com).
Working There
FORLIANCE presents itself as an employer focused on "Careers with Impact," primarily offering roles in climate project development, forestry, land management, consulting, carbon project operations, and partnerships (source: forliance.com). The company is a small to medium-sized service provider with an international, multidisciplinary team focused on climate, biodiversity, and community impact (source: linkedin.com). Its headquarters and main workplace are located in Bonn, Germany (source: forliance.com).
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