World Conference on Timber Engineering

For the first time in the Southern Hemisphere, The World Conference on Timber Engineering in New Zealand provides a unique opportunity for engineers, architects and industry to network with international experts and learn the latest developments in timber materials, research and design. Visitors will be inspired to use timber in a wider range of structures with more effectiveness.

The Honorable Steven Joyce will be attending the conference opening to share with the delegates his thoughts on the significance of Science and Innovation in the growth of the New Zealand economy. Minister Joyce is the head of the following portfolios: Minister for Economic Development; Minister of Science and Innovation; Minister for Tertiary Education, Skills and Employment; Associate Minister of Finance.