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Key to quick classrooms
A two-storey classroom block using what is billed as a “revolutionary” interlocking, post-assembly stressed timber frame system was erected in two weeks by four workers.
Södra reports financial turnaround
Södra has reported a huge improvement in financial performance for the first four months of the year.
New homes procurement deal
Public sector procurement consortium LHC is seeking companies to tender for contracts providing offsite building systems for social housing.
BMF announces new board members
Two new members have been elected to the board of the Builders Merchants Federation (BMF).
Australia plans tall timber commercial building
A seven-storey commercial timber building is proposed for the heart of Sydney.
New bespoke timber handrail manufacturer launched
A former winner of the TTJ Career Development Award has set up a new bespoke timber handrail business in Bolton.
European parquet sector challenges persist
European parquet producers are still facing “important challenges” as a result of a weak European construction sector and ever-increasing competition.
Lathams’ chairman in hospital following accident
James Latham plc has issued a statement that chairman Peter Latham is in hospital following a serious accident.
New head of Forest Research in Wales
Forest Research, the research agency of the Forestry Commission, has appointed Tom Jenkins as head of the agency in Wales. He replaces Professor Hugh Evans, who is retiring from the post.
Norbord’s European division delivers three-year profits high
Panel producer Norbord’s European operations have delivered their best quarterly earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) for three years.