National Timber Systems reinforces growth plans with key promotion

National Timber Systems reinforces growth plans with key promotion
by Jennie Ward|29 August 26|Supply
National Timber Systems (NTS) has announced the promotion of Andrew Watters from Divisional Production Manager to Production Director. This latest appointment follows Premier Forest Product’s acquisition of NTS at the start of the year, safeguarding its operations in Bristol, Sheffield, Newcastle and Catterick. Andrew brings extensive experience in production operations,...
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Retrofitting wood-fibre insulation for domestic properties
by Jennie Ward|29 August 26|Supply
Wood fibre insulation from TDUK member STEICO, and a diffusion-open EWI Pro render, was chosen to support the low-carbon retrofit ambitions of the owner of a semi-detached house in Northwood in the London Borough of Hillingdon. Furbnow, a specialist in planning home energy improvements, carried out a survey of the...
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I-joists and wood fibre insulation support self-build project’s sustainability goals
by Jennie Ward|21 July 26|Supply, Sustainability
A self-build project in Herefordshire gave STEICO the opportunity to demonstrate how integrating STEICOjoist (I-joists) and STEICOzell (air-injected wood fibre insulation) into Oakwrights’ new Passive wall panel helped the build achieve airtightness and energy efficiency. With tested fire performance, proven offsite compatibility and practical benefits for both production teams and...
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Accoya wood chosen for Queen Elizabeth II memorial garden
by Jennie Ward|10 May 26|Build, Supply
Accsys is proud to announce that Accoya wood has been chosen for the benches within the Queen Elizabeth II Memorial Garden at London’s Regent’s Park. The £5 million memorial honours the life of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and reflects her deep, personal appreciation of the outdoors. Accoya wood has...
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Crafting performance behind the screens
by Jennie Ward|06 April 26|Build
In the heart of London’s West End, Piccadilly Circus is one of the most photographed, walked-through, and globally recognised intersections in the world. Any construction here is more than just a building project, it’s a statement under permanent public scrutiny. So when Landsec undertook the redevelopment of several key buildings...
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Accoya supports Parkinson’s UK at RHS Chelsea Flower Show
by Jennie Ward|24 March 26|Build, Supply
Accsys has donated Accoya wood to the Parkinson’s UK charity garden at the 2026 RHS Chelsea Flower Show. The donation has been made under the ‘Accoya Gives Back’ charitable giving programme, which supports positive social causes. Award-winning garden designer and broadcaster, Arit Anderson, will create the Show Garden. It is...
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Lido restored thanks to sustainable Accoya
by Jennie Ward|11 March 26|Build, Supply
Accsys, a leading supplier of premium, high performance and sustainable wood building materials, has supplied Accoya and Medite Tricoya Extreme as key materials in the restoration of Tinside Lido, a Grade II-listed Art Deco landmark located on the edge of Plymouth Hoe. Commissioned by Plymouth City Council as part of...
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Sustainable timber and steel hybrid transforms sports centre
by Jennie Ward|11 February 26|Build, Supply
B&K Hybrid Solutions, a leading specialist in engineered timber and hybrid construction, has played a pivotal role in the creation of Cozenton Park Sports Centre; a state-of-the-art leisure facility that exemplifies sustainable and innovative design. The project, located in Rainham, Medway, replaced the aging 1990s ‘Splashes’ pool complex with an...
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Case Study: A panel for all seasons
by Jennie Ward|11 February 26|Build, Supply
James Latham-supplied WISA-Birch plywood proves its versatility for a 21st-century co-workspace in a 16th-century building. Creating a modern co-working space inside a 16th-century Grade II listed building presents the distinct challenge of delivering impressive contemporary design and preserving priceless historic character. This was the delicate balancing act Southspace founder Matt...
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New Forest Fencing & Gates invests in Postsaver Pro-Shrink Application Machine
by Jennie Ward|11 February 26|Supply
Southampton-based New Forest Fencing & Gates (NFF) has announced a significant expansion of its manufacturing capabilities through the integration of the Postsaver Pro-Shrink system. This investment allows the firm to offer high-volume, factory-applied rot protection automatically, streamlining production processes and ensuring consistent quality standards for residential and large-scale commercial and...
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