A key contributor to this effort is Woodknowledge Wales (WKW), whose deep commitment to building a sustainable, low-carbon future has shaped both the content and direction of this Yearbook. Led by Sarah Lawton, an editor and communicator working to connect the timber industry with the wider climate, land-use and design agenda, the WKW team has played a central role in curating the insights, case studies, and technical contributions you'll find in these pages.
UK Construction Week: timber and building envelope innovation
UK Construction Week (UKCW) is the UK’s largest built environment event— bringing the supply chain together to showcase innovation, share knowledge, and accelerate the transition to low-carbon construction.
UKCW is the UK’s leading showcase of structural timber, offsite solutions, and engineered innovations such as CLT and glulam. Alongside, the Roofing, Cladding, Insulation Expo demonstrated cutting- edge systems that define the building envelope—delivering energy efficiency, safety, and design flexibility. The London event also features the Offsite Show, giving visitors insight into how modern methods of construction and prefabricated timber systems are reshaping project delivery.
CPD sessions and case studies highlighted strategies for net-zero design
“From timber to roofing, insulation and cladding— UKCW is where the future of construction comes together.”
Birmingham: 30 Sept –2 Oct 2025 | NEC London: 12–14 May 2026 | ExCeL
The UK’s leading timber showcase featured innovation across the supply chain
UKCW brings together over 20,000 construction professionals at NEC Birmingham
Across three days, visitors discover new products, attend CPD-accredited sessions, and explore Net Zero case studies. With more than 20,000 professionals and 300+ exhibitors, UKCW Birmingham and London offer an unmatched platform for learning, collaboration, and discovery.
Building envelope solutions took centre stage, from timber cladding to advanced roofing systems
Join us in 2025 and 2026 to see how construction is evolving— from material innovation to whole- system solutions.
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