LATEST NEWS October 2024
NAB and CoreLogic have published a new report highlighting the critical need for more affordable and accessible housing in Australia. The report, published as part of NAB's efforts to address the housing crisis, emphasises the growing pressure on housing availability and affordability. A theme in the report is NAB's pledge to invest $6... READ MORE
A Finnish manufacturer of panelised timber building systems for low-rise housing is expanding its operations into the UK. Talo, known for its 2D panelised timber system, has been an active player in Scandinavian housing for over 40 years. Their modular construction approach, which focuses on manufacturing panelised timber elements, is said to deliver... READ MORE
TopHat, a UK modular builder backed by Goldman Sachs, has announced plans to wind down its modular housing operations. The decision comes amid tough market conditions and a declining project pipeline, resulting in significant changes for the Derby-based company. In a statement, TopHat acknowledged the challenges faced and noted the business’s intent to... READ MORE
Whittaker Downey, an honours student at the University of New South Wales (UNSW), is conducting research into how prefabrication can enhance housing affordability in Australia. The survey will take approximately 5–10 minutes (20 questions) to complete, and aims to gather valuable insights to shape policy changes. “The insights gathered will help shape an... READ MORE
Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city, has endured significant destruction from ongoing conflict, with an estimated 70% of its buildings damaged or destroyed. As part of the effort to rebuild and revitalise the city, the Rebuilding Kharkiv competition sought innovative modular solutions that could address housing and public space needs. The competition, a central element... READ MORE
BuildAudit AI has taken their own measures towards addressing the circular economy challenges in the UK’s existing buildings. Funded by Innovate UK, the platform is designed to make pre-demolition and pre-refurbishment audits more accessible and affordable, particularly for organisations working to meet net zero goals. By simplifying these processes, BuildAudit’s mission is to... READ MORE
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