Sydney is set to host the world’s tallest hybrid timber tower, a 39-story, 183-meter project scheduled for completion in late 2026.
News in offsite construction
Santa Monica, CA, Launches Pilot Mass Timber Accelerator Program
Santa Monica launched a pilot Mass Timber Accelerator to support up to five development projects with funding and technical help to assess mass timber construction, Canyon News reported.
Maine Affordable Net Zero Home Developer Partners on Prefab Housing Project
Maine-based Zero Energy Homes is partnering with Knickerbocker Group on a modular net zero home in Trenton, cutting build time and targeting affordable buyers.
Canada Launches Forest Sector Transformation Task Force
Canada launched a Forest Sector Transformation Task Force and new federal support measures, including GCWood funding, to boost competitiveness.
Timber Neighborhood Planned Near Amsterdam
A 519-home timber neighborhood is planned near Amsterdam, featuring CLT frames, Global Construction Review reported.
Mosaic Timber Advances Toward Becoming California’s First CLT Producer
Mosaic Timber received CLT manufacturing equipment, advancing plans to become California’s first producer of CLT panels, Sierra Daily News reported.
Modular Construction Planned for 33-Unit Habitat for Humanity Project in Ottawa
Habitat for Humanity Greater Ottawa will build 33 modular townhomes in a CA$9.4 million partnership intended to advance off-site construction, Ontario Construction News reported.
Airship Hangar in Mülheim, Germany, Showcases Advanced Timber Engineering
A timber airship hangar in Mülheim, Germany, features a steel-free truss system and 26-meter arches, Planning, Building & Construction Today reported.
Ontario Creates Working Group to Advance Mass Timber and Modular Wood Construction
Ontario has launched a working group to advance mass timber and modular wood construction, pairing the effort with project investments, Ontario Construction News reported.
Xylo Set to Become UK’s Largest All-Timber Frame Office Building
Global Holdings Management Group selected McLaren Construction to build a 9,290 square meter project set to become the UK’s largest all-timber frame office building, Built Offsite reported.