Expert Q&As

The miraculous world of steel and the future of building design

constructsteel interviewed Ron Klemencic, CEO of Magnusson Klemencic Associates (MKA), following his keynote presentation, “The beautiful, amazing, miraculous world of steel.” A globally recognised leader in structural engineering, Klemencic is known for his work on some of the most ambitious and technically complex buildings around the world. In this conversation, he reflects on the role of steel in transforming modern architecture and construction.

University of Luxembourg wins constructsteel 2024 Innovation Award for pioneering steel-to-timber connectors

At the 2024 constructsteel conference, the University of Luxembourg received the Innovation of the Year Award for its development of steel-to-timber shear connectors—a key enabler for demountable, reusable steel-timber composite flooring systems.

The role of steel in the Oohi West Bridge Viaduct

Interview with Mr. Eiji Takada, Managing Executive Officer at FaB-Tech Japan. Discover how steel enabled rapid construction and minimal traffic disruption in the Oohi West Bridge Viaduct project—an innovative infrastructure solution in western Japan.

Steelworks New Zealand’s Hinuera Sheds project – Excellence in sustainability constructsteel award winner 2024

Steelworks New Zealand wins the constructsteel Excellence in Sustainability Award 2024 for the Hinuera Sheds project. Co-Director Grier Fuller shares insights on sustainable steel construction and industry impact.

Naala Badu: Award-Winning Steel Innovation in the Art Gallery of New South Wales (AGNSW)

Andrew Phillips, Structural Engineer at Arup, discusses the Naala Badu (formerly known as Sydney Modern Project) project, which won the Best Project of the Year 2024 constructsteel award. He highlights the innovative use of steel in transforming the Art Gallery of New South Wales (AGNSW), focusing on sustainability, adaptive reuse of historical structures, and the architectural collaboration that brought the gallery’s expansion to life.

Steel – A necessity for growing requirements of sustainable infrastructure

Ashish Anupam, constructsteel's Vice-Chair, underscores steel's vital role in sustainable infrastructure growth, crucial for durable buildings and transport networks worldwide. Innovating production methods is key for sustainability, particularly in fast-developing nations like India, ensuring a reliable steel supply for future projects and fostering safer, smarter cities.

Advancing steel solutions – global efforts in construction

Our new chair, Prof. Olivier Vassart, highlights how constructsteel facilitates global exchange among steel producers. Learn from Vassart how the industry is addressing shared challenges, and providing disaster-prevention solutions amidst climate change. Join us in shaping the future of construction with steel's strength, flexibility, and sustainability.

Is it time to rethink the way we build?

Antony Schillaci, Manager of Marketing & Market Development at BlueScope, sheds light on Australia's construction industry's adoption of light gauge framing in response to the pressing issues posed by material shortages, increasing labor expenses, and the evolving climate.

Steel-timber hybrid: new market opportunities and research

Tabitha Stine, constructsteel Vice-Chair, and General Manager Construction Solutions Services Group at Nucor, shares updates on the developments of our composite steel-timber working group.

Dr. Joseph Seungmin La - constructsteel and the global steel industry

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Tabitha Stine – constructsteel & Nucor

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Prof. Dr. Olivier Vassart – Steel's positive contribution to construction challenges

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