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Darren Jarman joins Structural Timber Association’s Board of Directors
by Jennie Ward|07 September 26|Build, Supply
The Structural Timber Association (STA) has announced that Darren Jarman, Managing Director of Lowfield Timber Frames, is the latest addition to its Board of Directors. With more than 25 years’ experience in the UK timber construction sector, spanning design, technical development, manufacturing and business leadership, Jarman brings a wealth of...
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Iain McIlwee to become CEO of STA
by Jennie Ward|12 August 26|Build, Supply
The Structural Timber Association (STA) has appointed Iain McIlwee as its new Chief Executive Officer. Iain will take up the role on 2 November 2026, succeeding Andrew Orriss, who is stepping down after a long and distinguished career in the timber sector. Iain joins the STA from the Finishes and...
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Timber Frame – Digital Guide
by TDUK|18 May 26|Build, Design
The Commercial Timber Guidebook has been developed to address the common concerns that face timber construction. These typically include durability, moisture, fire safety, and as a result, the challenge of obtaining sustainable property insurance. These issues are compounded by a lack of comprehensive guidance specific to mass timber construction.
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EA Extended Producer Responsibility Packaging (pERP) guidance
by Jennie Ward|01 December 25|Supply
The Environment Agency has issued updated guidance on the Extended Producer Responsibility Packaging (pERP) regulations
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Industry unites to educate housebuilders on sustainable timber construction
by Jennie Ward|13 November 25|Build
A new initiative has been launched by the Structural Timber Association (STA) in partnership with Future Homes Hub, which aims to show developers how to deliver faster, greener homes. With the UK government aiming to build 1.5 million homes in the next five years, construction leaders are calling for the...
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Steady progress for timber frame amid structural challenges


by Jennie Ward|13 November 25|Supply
The final session of the 2025 Timber Development UK Global Market Conference turned its attention to timber frame housing, with Andrew Orriss, Chief Executive of the Structural Timber Association (STA), presenting an update on capacity, demand, and the outlook for 2026. His analysis, followed by a discussion with Professor Noble...
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Global Market Conference – Andrew Orriss STA Presentation 2025
by Guest Author|07 November 25|Supply
Markus Henningsson from SCA Presentation at TDUK's 2025 Global Market Conference
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Structural timber ‘can deliver best value for government’s housing investment’, says STA
by Jennie Ward|17 February 25|Build, Supply
The Structural Timber Association (STA) has welcomed the announcement from Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner that an additional £350 million will be invested in boosting social housing construction and is calling for the Government to recognise the value that structural timber can deliver for this cash injection. The move will...
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Paul Newman named as new STA Technical Director
by Jennie Ward|11 October 24|Build, Supply
Paul Newman has been appointed as the new Technical Director of the Structural Timber Association (STA). This is a pivotal role for the association, supporting sustainable construction through the increased use of structural timber across housing, public sector and commercial sectors and strengthening the STA's strong reputation for technical knowledge...
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STA launches Time for Timber Hub
by Jennie Ward|30 September 24|Build, Supply
The Structural Timber Association (STA) has launched a new Time for Timber Hub at Offsite Expo to provide a vital source of information and resources to those interested in building in structural timber. With all eyes on the new Labour Government to deliver its ambitious commitment to building 1.5 million...
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