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Why Attend World of Modular?

Join global modular industry leaders and stakeholders from around the world at World of Modular, Las Vegas, April 20–23, 2026.

Increasing the speed of timber frame construction

The UK faces a housing shortage and must cut building sector carbon emissions to hit net zero, timber frame construction could be the answer.

Europe’s modular market is expanding, but consistency still matters

Alan Milne, European membership director for the Modular Building Institute, examines modular construction's evolving presence in the European market.

Join MMC Ireland’s response on construction products and building materials reform

The Irish government is seeking comments on the draft amendments to Part D of the Second Schedule of the Building Regulations (Materials and Workmanship) and the associated draft Technical Guidance Document D- and MMC Ireland is building a response.

World of Modular returns to Las Vegas April 20-23, 2026

As World of Modular returns to Las Vegas on April 20-23, 2026, the MBI team shares how to maximize your time at the event.

MMC hospital extension submitted for approval

Plans have been submitted by Medical Architecture for a new MMC hospital extension, featuring Modern Methods of Construction throughout.

Join MMC Ireland’s Lunch & Learn Session with Heron Fire Doors

MMC Ireland is delighted to host our next Lunch & Learn session with Heron Fire Doors, exploring “Regs, Responsibilities & the Future of Fire Safety”.

Why modular can scale, and why it so often doesn’t

Upcoming World of Modular (April 20–23, 2026) speaker Erlend Spets examines the common hurdles faced by scaling modular enterprises -and how to overcome them.

Recycled glass technology producing panels for modular homes receives £330,000 grant

The Scottish firm Vaso by Eco, which converts waste glass into structural panels for low-carbon, modular homes, has received £330,000 from South of Scotland Enterprise (SOSE) and Built Environment, Smarter Transformation (BE‑ST).

A series of case studies from MMC Ireland

This series of case studies from MMC Ireland showcases the breadth of expertise across its membership and the strength of Modern Methods of Construction in Ireland.

How Stack Modular is using AI to de-risk mid- to high-rise modular construction

Artificial intelligence is no longer a future concept in modular construction—it is already reshaping how complex buildings are evaluated, designed, and delivered.

MPBA: Leading the modular sector with a clear roadmap to net zero

MPBA development director Richard Hipkiss explains how the new Roadmap to Net Zero was developed, why it matters and how it positions modular construction at the forefront of the UK’s low carbon future.

Social housing could be key to offsite manufacturing rebound 

A new Barbour forecast predicts that after several high profile collapses, the fortunes of offsite manufacturers could be on the rebound- with social housing the key.

MPBA membership: Join forces to deliver greater impact and shared success

In a fast-moving and competitive market, technical excellence alone is not enough. Businesses also need credibility, connections and influence. MPBA membership delivers all three. Chief executive Jackie Maginnis discusses why membership matters.

Ireland’s premier MMC & industrialised construction event returns

MMC Ireland has announced the return of its flagship national conference on 5 March 2026 at The Johnstown Estate, Co. Meath. Bringing together the most influential voices in modern methods of construction, offsite manufacturing, digital delivery and the rapidly emerging industrialised construction movement.

New bamboo structure design manual published by Institution of Structural Engineers

A new design manual about permanent bamboo structures has been published by the Institution of Structural Engineers (IStructE).

Car park home redevelopment presented as European first

Newcastle-Under-Lyme will be home to a European first car park home redevelopment, saving embodied carbon and shortening development time.

Breaking down barriers: How digital collaboration can unlock offsite housing delivery

Is the construction industry ready to transform – or just talking about it? A recent Trimble-panel discussion hosted by the Offsite Alliance brought together industry experts to explore how offsite construction methods can deliver on the UK’s (very) ambitious housing targets, the value of the “kit of parts” approach and the move to industrialised construction.

National Timber Systems saved from administration

National Timber Systems has been bought by Premier Forest Products, saving 160 jobs as the company is pulled from administration.

Expanding workforce and using MMC are vital for UK to meet 1.5 million housing target, says Actis

With the government agreeing that a sharp surge in housebuilding is required if it is to hit its 1.5 million target, insulation specialist Actis says constructing more offsite homes and increasing the construction workforce will play a key role in helping to meet that goal.

Morgan Sindall to deliver new £25m Endoscopy Unit at Newmarket Community Hospital

Morgan Sindall Construction’s Eastern Counties business has been appointed by West Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust to deliver the £15m construction phase of a state-of-the-art Endoscopy Unit at Newmarket Community Hospital.

Nearly 100% recycled brick now available for retail at B&Q

B&Q are now selling the Kenoteq K-Briq, a nearly 100% recycled brick, supplying bricks to more environmentally conscious DIYers.

2026 World of Modular: Annual Convention and Tradeshow

Join global modular industry leaders and stakeholders from around the world in Las Vegas, 20–23 April.

SFS Centre Point System launched to enhance accuracy, appearance and the environment

Building on its well-founded reputation as a manufacturer of cladding support systems and high-performance fasteners, SFS Group Fastening Technology has developed an advance, user-friendly new Centre Point System for installing flat panels across both steel and aluminium subframes.

Research finds AI in modular buildings can drastically cut energy waste

New research has discovered that using AI in modular buildings can reduce user-driven energy waste by up to 87%.

Ireland’s offsite manufacturing sector: “We have capacity. What our members need now is a robust and reliable pipeline.”

Denise Tuffy of the Smart Offsite Association on the promise – and precarity – of Ireland’s offsite manufacturing sector.

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