May constructsteel newsletter

This month’s constructsteel newsletter features an Expert Q&A with Christoph Odenbreit on the University of Luxembourg’s groundbreaking steel-to-timber connectors, winner of our 2024 Innovation Award. In our latest project story, we explore how steel is vital in ensuring the resilience of Taipei 101, Taiwan’s tallest building, against earthquakes. Don't miss construction market trends across four regions, shedding light on current dynamics, and as always, the latest industry news and headlines.

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.

Taipei 101, Taiwan's tallest skyscraper

How steel helps Taiwan's tallest building, Taipei 101, survive earthquakes and other extreme weather events

A combination of concrete reinforced with steel and a golden steel sphere tuned mass damper helped Taipei 101, named for its 101 floors, survive Taiwan's fiercest earthquake in 25 years.

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.

April constructsteel newsletter

This month’s constructsteel newsletter features an interview on Japan’s Oohi West Bridge Viaduct project, where steel enabled rapid, low-disruption construction. Discover the benefits of steel-timber hybrid buildings in our latest video, and read about Manchester United’s plans for a new steel-based stadium. We also explore how strategic M&A is shaping the construction sector, alongside market trends and industry news.

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.

March constructsteel newsletter

Our March 2025 constructsteel newsletter features an expert Q&A with Andrew Phillips of Arup on the award-winning Naala Badu project, insights into leveraging data in real estate, a showcase of Shanghai's Expo Cultural Park transformation, market trends, news headlines, and stay tuned for award nominations opening soon.

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.

February constructsteel newsletter

The February 2025 constructsteel newsletter features an expert Q&A with Andrew Phillips of Arup on the award-winning Naala Badu project, insights into leveraging data in real estate, a showcase of Shanghai's Expo Cultural Park transformation, market trends, news headlines, and stay tuned for award nominations opening soon.