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Business Upturn
15-05-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Honka, a pioneer in modern wood construction, launches a new generation of CLT logs: Honka Fusion+
PRESS RELEASE 15 May 2025 at 10:00 am Honka, a pioneer in modern wood construction, launches a new generation of CLT logs: Honka Fusion+ Honka launches a new non-settling CLT log, Honka Fusion+, that facilitates even more ambitious and ecological massive wood construction. The new solid construction and streamlined design make non-settling CLT logs even more environmentally friendly, natural-looking and technically efficient than before. Honka Fusion+ is an innovative solution for modern architecture – genuine massive wood works both on the façade and interior surface as it is without additional cladding, and it can be easily combined with other building materials, such as glass, stone and steel. Honkarakenne has the most extensive experience in non-settling CLT logs in the industry. The first generation of Honka Fusion, a truly non-settling cross-laminated log invented by Honka, was developed 22 years ago. With the introduction of the CLT log, Honka created a minimalist architectural language for modern log architecture and log houses became suitable for urban environments again. 'The non-settling CLT log is a unique Honka innovation. It is the most tried and tested non-settling log product, backed with the experience of tens of thousands of log buildings manufactured and built around the world. At Honka, product development is continuous. The result is now the fourth generation of CLT logs, Honka Fusion+,' says Product Director Eino Hekali. Apartment buildings and larger log buildings with the new CLT log Honka Fusion+ is manufactured at the Karstula factory, where millions of euros have been invested in developing state-of-the-art production technology. The new CLT log differs from its predecessors in having a wider, vertical central lamella. 'The new log further improves the stability and strength of log walls. A patent is pending for the innovative Honka Fusion+ CLT log,' Hekali says. 'There is a growing demand to build larger log buildings, such as apartment buildings and schools. The new Honka Fusion+ is suitable for small houses as well as large buildings, meeting the need for technically safe and long-lasting buildings. Modern and sleek log houses Thanks to Honka's product development work, the seam between the CLT logs is very narrow and designed to minimise the shadow gap. The minimalist and finished design of the log wall, which has been refined over the years, allows for a modern architectural style. 'Our products give a modern look to a log building and its interior. Non-settling solid wood is easy to combine with other building materials, such as glass, stone and steel. The combination of materials gave the CLT log the name Honka Fusion,' says Hekali. Ecological and healthy CLT logs As in the previous version, Honka's new CLT logs only use a safe and M1-approved low-emission adhesive. The adhesive does not contain formaldehyde and is odourless. Glued lamellar log is as breathable and moisture-safe as conventional, single-piece solid logs. Thanks to the massive wooden parts, the amount of adhesive used in Honka Fusion+ CLT log has been minimised. 'The amount of glue used in wood products is directly proportional to the number and thickness of the wood parts to be glued. We use massive wood parts in Honka Fusion+ logs, which means we need less glue. This makes the product more environmentally friendly and natural,' Hekali says. Honka is the pioneer of healthy log homes. 'We have developed health-promoting features for our houses, choosing as many tried and tested Honka Healthy House™ solutions and construction products as possible. One of the aims of our constant development work is to ensure that the materials used in our homes are as low-emission and clean as possible. The new Honka Fusion+ CLT log will be delivered from August 2025 onwards. Innovations in the 21st century: 2025 Honka Fusion+, new non-settling CLT log 2025 Honka interior styles for log houses 2024 Honka collection with houses that are easy to convert 2023 Honka MultiStorey: a concept for optimised multi-storey construction 2023 Honka Funktio: log house collection for project construction 2023 M1-approved logs 2022 Honka Healthy House concept for healthy living 2020 Honka Landscape Plus glass wall for log houses 2018 Honka Timber Frame solid wood houses 2014 VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland's Healthy House Certificate 2013 Honka zero corner for modern urban architecture 2008 Modern insulation-plastered Honka Fusion CLT log wall structure 2006 Low-joint modern log profile 2004 CE-marked CLT log house 2003 Honka Fusion, first non-settling CLT log in the world Further information and interview requests: Eino Hekali, Product Director, [email protected] , +358 40 676 5565 Images: (You can download the images by clicking the arrow icon Download original) Honkarakenne Oyj manufactures high-quality, healthy and ecological log homes, holiday homes and public buildings under its Honka® brand from Finnish solid wood. The company has delivered 90,000 buildings to over 50 countries. House kits are manufactured in Finland, the company's own factory is located in Karstula. In 2024, Honkarakenne Group's net sales were EUR 36.7 million, of which exports accounted for 29%. Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with GlobeNewswire. Business Upturn takes no editorial responsibility for the same.
Business Upturn
09-05-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Honkarakenne, a pioneer in log construction, is building a strong future in Finland and around the world
Press release, May 9, 2025 Honkarakenne, a pioneer in log construction, is building a strong future in Finland and around the world Honkarakenne Plc is determined to develop wood construction. The company has invested nearly EUR 10 million in production and technology over the past five years, and almost a third of its net sales comes from exports. Honkarakenne is now aiming for even more ambitious growth in Finland and internationally. The most tested and bought log house in the world Honkarakenne is an international pioneer in CLT log construction and a trendsetter in healthy wood construction. With more than 90,000 buildings delivered in over 50 countries, Honkarakenne is the world's best-selling log house brand. It has grown to become the largest Finnish export company in the industry and the second largest player in the Finnish log industry. The company's net sales in 2024 were EUR 36.7 million, of which exports accounted for 29%. The main export markets are Scandinavia, Central Europe and Asia, especially Japan and Central Asia. There is also growth potential in new international regions. 'We believe that the popularity of CLT logs as a building material will grow globally. We are in an excellent position to meet demand,' says CEO Marko Saarelainen, who has led the company since 2015. Significant investments and strong focus on exports and project construction In recent years, Honkarakenne has made multimillion-dollar investments in production and technology, particularly at the Karstula factory, where all Honka buildings are produced from responsibly certified Finnish solid wood. In 2025, Honkarakenne commissioned a new lamella planer and a product line of non-settling CLT logs, which supports the company's strategy of a wider product portfolio and production scalable to exports. At the same time, the company is focusing strongly on the B2B segment, such as public construction projects and tourist destinations, where the ecology and indoor air quality of wood construction are even more important. A forward-looking company Founded in 1958 and listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki since 1987, Honkarakenne is known for its strong brand, high-quality architecture and ecological building solutions based on solid wood. The company has a strong market position and an extensive sales network serving customers in Finland and foreign markets. The financial base has also remained strong despite the challenging market situation: at the end of 2024, the group's equity ratio was 59.7% and net financial liabilities were EUR -0.5 million. A stable financial position supports the company's investments and growth in both Finnish and international markets. 'We want to be a pioneer that combines quality, design and ecology. Investments, new launches and export-driven growth support this objective,' says Saarelainen. Honkarakenne Oyj manufactures high-quality, healthy and ecological log homes, holiday homes and public buildings under its Honka® brand from Finnish solid wood. The company has delivered 90,000 buildings to over 50 countries. House kits are manufactured in Finland, the company's own factory is located in Karstula. In 2024, Honkarakenne Group's net sales were EUR 36.7 million, of which exports accounted for 29%. _____ Background information on Honkarakenne Founded: 1958 1958 Listed: 1987, NASDAQ OMX Helsinki (Small Cap), ticker symbol HONBS 1987, NASDAQ OMX Helsinki (Small Cap), ticker symbol HONBS Net sales in 2024: MEUR 36.7 MEUR 36.7 Share of exports in 2024: 29% 29% Staff: 157 employees in 2024 157 employees in 2024 Production: Karstula, Central Finland Karstula, Central Finland Delivered buildings: More than 90,000 in over 50 countries More than 90,000 in over 50 countries Innovations in the 21st century: 2025 Honka interior styles for log houses 2024 Honka collection with houses that are easy to convert 2023 Honka MultiStorey: a concept for optimised multi-storey construction 2023 Honka Funktio: log house collection for project construction 2023 M1-approved logs 2022 Honka Healthy House concept for healthy living 2020 Honka Landscape Plus glass wall for log houses 2018 Honka Timber Frame solid wood houses 2014 VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland's Healthy House Certificate 2013 Honka zero corner for modern urban architecture 2008 Modern insulation-plastered Honka Fusion CLT log wall structure 2006 Low-joint modern log profile 2004 CE-marked CLT log house 2003 Honka Fusion, first non-settling CLT log in the world CEO and board membersMarko Saarelainen, CEO since 2015 Timo Kohtamäki, chairman of the board since 2023, board member since 2017Arto Halonen, board member since 2021Maria Ristola, board member since 2021 Rose-Mari Saarelainen, board member since 2025
Yahoo
12-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Honka's Log Cabin Kit Homes Are Made From "the Perfect Material"
The Finnish prefab builder uses locally sourced spruce and pine, touting them for their performance in a range of climates. Welcome to Prefab Profiles, an ongoing series of interviews with people transforming how we build houses. From prefab tiny houses and modular cabin kits to entire homes ready to ship, their projects represent some of the best ideas in the industry. Do you know a prefab brand that should be on our radar? Get in touch! Since 1958, Honka has manufactured an astounding number of prefab log cabin kits—more than 90,000, claims the Karstula, Finland, company. Today, its work spans everything from a lodge in Finland's frigid Lapland region, to a luxury spa under the hot Kenyan sun, and a mountain resort in Japan blanketed in heavy humidity. According to the company, the geographical breadth of their work can be attributed, in part, to their use of solid natural wood. "We use pine and spruce sourced from PEFC-certified Finnish forests. Finnish pine grows slowly, which makes it one of the densest coniferous woods on Earth. It's the perfect material for building a house" in a variety of climates, says Honka U.S. representative Mark Jermano. Here, Jermano explains more about what sets Honka's log cabin kits apart from other prefab homes. What does your base model cost and what does that pricing include? In the U.S., an estimated turn-key build for a Honka log home ranges from $400 to over $600 per square foot. The cost depends on the complexity of the design, site development costs, local codes, labor rates, and builder fees, as well as product selections. What qualities make your prefab stand apart from the rest? Custom Homes: We offer customizable, ready-made designs and fully custom homes that suit a client's needs and lifestyle. Honka Fusion™: Our proprietary concept combines mass timber with other building materials like glass, stone, and steel. The non-settling Honka Fusion CLT log allows us to build bold, diverse structures. It allows for the architectural appearance of a timber frame without the problems typically associated with timber frame construction. Honka Fusion houses are suited for modern architecture and urban settings. Finnish Wood: Our log homes are designed and built to withstand harsh conditions in many climates and geographical circumstances. Our homes are created in Karstula, Finland, as a result of experience spanning more than 65 years, 90,000 projects, and numerous innovations. Healthy Living: Honka houses provide a healthy living environment with organic building materials, high indoor air quality, and a welcoming atmosphere. Massive building logs retain the heat from the low sun during the winter, thereby enhancing the warmth and comfort during those cold winter months. Conversely, the logs retain the coolness of summer nights, allowing the home to quickly expel any trapped solar radiation and thereby creating a natural cooling effect without air conditioning. In addition, the logs filter the air and control the humidity inside the home, maintaining an average of 30 to 50 percent humidity, which is optimal for humans. Mass timber is also a fire-resistant material. A log house can also be a good choice in seismic areas. See the full story on Honka's Log Cabin Kit Homes Are Made From "the Perfect Material"Related stories: Airstream's First All-Electric Travel Trailer—and Everything Else You Need to Know About This Week 2025 Pritzker Prize Winner Liu Jiakun Honored for His "Common Sense and Wisdom" Are We Thinking About 3D-Printed Housing All Wrong?
