Spokane Valley, WA – November 18, 2025 – Mercer Mass Timber (MMT), a leading manufacturer of sustainable timber building materials and a subsidiary of Mercer International Inc., announces its role in the design and fabrication of Alabama’s largest mass timber project—the new Cheaha State Park Lodge in Delta, Alabama. The 26,000-square-foot lodge exemplifies how material innovation can honor place, heritage, and ecology through modern mass timber construction.

The new Cheaha State Park Lodge design reinterprets legacy through a contemporary lens, employing a hybrid structural system of cross-laminated timber (CLT) and glulam, all manufactured by Mercer Mass Timber in Conway, AR using FSC-certified, locally sourced Southern Yellow Pine (SYP) from within Alabama. Known for its high density and stiffness, SYP is well-suited to the elevation and climate demands of the Appalachian foothills.

Designed by Chambless King Architects for the Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, the lodge draws inspiration from the park’s original 1930s-era stone structures, built by the Civilian Conservation Corps during the New Deal. Throughout, the architecture invites visitors to reconnect with nature through the tactility and warmth of exposed wood, and a biophilic design approach that intersects forest and structure.

“Designing the new lodge at Cheaha has truly been the project of a lifetime,” said Jared Fulton, AIA, principal at Chambless King Architects. “We sought to design the space as an extension of the mountain, cascading the building form to follow the site grades and connect visitors back to nature. The material choices—specifically the inclusion of mass timber—celebrate renewable building materials in their raw, natural state and complement the distinctive features of Cheaha’s New Deal Era Civilian Conservation Corps structures. Beyond enriching the guest experience, we hope the new lodge becomes a meaningful asset to the local community and a lasting tribute to the mountain’s legacy.”

The name Cheaha derives from the Creek word Chaha, meaning “high place,” a fitting appreciation of a site long revered by Indigenous peoples for its elevation and spiritual significance. Mercer Mass Timber and its project partners acknowledge and honor this history, recognizing the enduring connection between the mountain and those who first named it.

“We are proud to support Alabama’s embrace of renewable materials that tell the story of place through design, performance, and respect for the land,” said Ricardo Brites, Director of Engineering & VDC at Mercer Mass Timber. “This four-story project, featuring an extensive amount of exposed mass timber components, is made possible through our strong partnerships. We are thankful to The Westervelt Company, our fiber sourcing partner, and Carpentry Plus, Inc., the mass timber integrator, for their partnership in bringing this signature project to life.”

Set for completion in early 2026, Cheaha State Park Lodge stands as a public commitment to low-carbon construction, regional identity, and the timeless dialogue between nature and craft.

###

About Mercer Mass Timber

Mercer Mass Timber (MMT) is redefining sustainable construction with innovative, bio-based building materials. MMT combines cutting-edge technology, expert craftsmanship, and a commitment to sustainability to create beautiful, low-carbon structures. By partnering with builders, developers, and designers, MMT helps shape greener, more vibrant communities.

Backed by Mercer International, MMT brings the strength and resources of a global leader in wood products and renewable materials to every project.

About Mercer International

Mercer International Inc. is a global forest products company with operations in Germany, USA and Canada with consolidated annual production capacity of 2.1 million tonnes of pulp, 960 million board feet of lumber, 210 thousand cubic meters of CLT, 45 thousand cubic meters of glulam, 17 million pallets and 230 thousand tonnes of biofuels. To obtain further information on the company, please visit its website at https://www.mercerint.com.

Mercer Mass Timber
Shel Tejamo, Director of Marketing
shel.tejamo@mercerint.com
C: 341-221-8797

Mother Bear
Kelsey Tomascheski, Director of Marketing & Communications
kelsey@motherbear.agency
C: 425-420-8418

The post Mercer Mass Timber Honors Place, Heritage, and Ecology through Alabama’s Largest Mass Timber Project at Cheaha State Park Lodge appeared first on Mercer Mass Timber.

Spokane Valley, WA – September 30, 2025 – Mercer Mass Timber (MMT), a leading manufacturer of sustainable timber building materials and a subsidiary of Mercer International Inc., proudly announces its role in the completion of the Anthony Timberlands Center for Design & Materials Innovation at the University of Arkansas, a first-of-its-kind academic hub dedicated to timber design, research, and fabrication using mass timber and other materials.

The 45,000-square-foot, four-story facility showcases how locally sourced, sustainably certified timber can transform both the built environment and the educational landscape.

At the core of the project is 1,079  m³ of Southern Yellow Pine cross-laminated timber (CLT), manufactured at Mercer’s Conway, Arkansas, facility—just hours from the Fayetteville site. By sourcing regionally, the project supports Arkansas’s working forests, economy, and 52 local jobs.

“Our contribution to the Anthony Timberlands Center reflects the potential of regionally sourced mass timber. With CLT manufactured at our Conway factory, just a few hours from the site, we’re proud to support a project that aligns closely with our values: sustainability, regional impact, and purpose-built design. This project stands as a showcase of forward-thinking architecture—and a powerful case for what’s possible when material and intent are in sync,” said Nick Milestone, Chief Operating Officer, Mercer Mass Timber.

The Anthony Timberlands Center marks Mercer Mass Timber’s first chain-of-custody-certified project, with 30% of timber SFI-certified under CoC protocols and the remainder sustainably sourced. This milestone underscores MMT’s commitment to transparency, traceability, and responsible forestry practices—ensuring that sustainability claims are verifiable from forest to final installation. The project is also targeting LEED Gold certification and integrates biophilic design, daylighting strategies, and ecological landscaping that connects the campus to the Ozark landscape.

“Through early design-assist, our team collaborated closely with the architects and engineers to tailor the CLT system for constructability, performance, and fabrication efficiency,” said Ricardo Brites, Director of Engineering & VDC, Mercer Mass Timber. 

“The ATC is a breakthrough in how regional timber and advanced fabrication can deliver both innovation and measurable sustainability. It reflects our commitment to advancing mass timber design in North America.”

More information, sales contact information, and inquiry submission can be found on Mercer Mass Timber’s website. Project images can be downloaded HERE. 

###

About Mercer Mass Timber

Mercer Mass Timber (MMT) is redefining sustainable construction with innovative, bio-based building materials. MMT combines cutting-edge technology, expert craftsmanship, and a commitment to sustainability to create beautiful, low-carbon structures. By partnering with builders, developers, and designers, MMT helps shape greener, more vibrant communities.

Backed by Mercer International, MMT brings the strength and resources of a global leader in wood products and renewable materials to every project.

About Mercer International

Mercer International Inc. is a global forest products company with operations in Germany, USA and Canada with consolidated annual production capacity of 2.1 million tonnes of pulp, 960 million board feet of lumber, 210 thousand cubic meters of CLT, 45 thousand cubic meters of glulam, 17 million pallets and 230 thousand tonnes of biofuels. To obtain further information on the company, please visit its website at https://www.mercerint.com.

Mercer Mass Timber
Shel Tejamo, Director of Marketing
shel.tejamo@mercerint.com
C: 341-221-8797

Mother Bear
Kelsey Tomascheski, Director of Marketing & Communications
kelsey@motherbear.agency
C: 425-420-8418

The post Mercer Mass Timber Achieves Landmark Chain-of-Custody Milestone at University of Arkansas’ New Anthony Timberlands Center for Design and Materials Innovation appeared first on Mercer Mass Timber.

SPOKANE VALLEY, WA – July 17, 2025 –  Mercer Mass Timber (MMT), a leading manufacturer of sustainable timber building materials and a subsidiary of Mercer International Inc., announces a strategic partnership with CLT Toolbox, a structural design software platform built specifically for mass timber buildings. 

The collaboration marks a major step toward making mass timber a mainstream construction material by connecting advanced digital workflows with real-world manufacturing capabilities. By embedding product-specific, code-compliant design tools into a digital platform accessible to structural engineers worldwide, the partnership removes long-standing barriers that have historically slowed the adoption of mass timber as a mainstream building solution.

“Our collaboration with CLT Toolbox is about facilitating digital design in the realities of mass timber fabrication,” said Ricardo Brites, PhD, Director of Engineering & VDC at Mercer Mass Timber. “It’s a smart, integrated and accessible approach—and exactly the kind of alignment the industry needs.”

This is one of the first integrations of its kind in North America and signals a broader shift toward digitized, scalable mass timber construction. By simplifying design, manufacturing, and installation, MMT and CLT Toolbox are using advanced technology to remove complexity from workflows and accelerate the transition to low-carbon building systems.

This integration provides benefits throughout the building lifecycle:

• For engineers: It offers calibrated, best-practice design tools that reduce guesswork, enhance design confidence, and streamline approvals.
• For architects and developers: It ensures cost predictability, constructability, and compliance are addressed early, improving timelines and reducing downstream rework.
• For the industry at large: It represents a leap forward in the digitization and scalability of mass timber construction.

“The world is ready for low-carbon construction—but technical bottlenecks are holding us back,” said Adam Jones, CEO and Founder of CLT Toolbox. “Once we remove those, mass timber has everything it needs to lead the future of building.”

For more information about Mercer Mass Timber and CLT Toolbox’s partnership or to use the tool, please visit: MMT x CLT Toolbox Partnership 

About Mercer Mass Timber  

Mercer Mass Timber (MMT) is redefining sustainable construction with innovative, bio-based building materials. MMT combines cutting-edge technology, expert craftsmanship, and a commitment to sustainability to create beautiful, low-carbon structures. By partnering with builders, developers, and designers, MMT helps shape greener, more vibrant communities.

Backed by Mercer International, MMT brings the strength and resources of a global leader in wood products and renewable materials to every project.

About Mercer International

Mercer International Inc. is a global forest products company with operations in Germany, the USA and Canada with consolidated annual production capacity of 2.3 million tonnes of pulp, 960 million board feet of lumber, 210 thousand cubic meters of cross-laminated timber, 45,000 cubic metres of glulam, 17 million pallets and 150,000 metric tons of wood pellets.

To obtain further information on the company, please visit its website at mercerint.com.

Mercer Mass Timber
Shel Tejamo, Director of Marketing
shel.tejamo@mercerint.com
C: 341-221-8797

Mother Bear
Kelsey Tomascheski, Director of Marketing & Communications
kelsey@motherbear.agency
C: 425-420-8418

The post Mercer Mass Timber and CLT Toolbox Launch First-of-Its-Kind Digital Integration to Advance Mass Timber Adoption in North America appeared first on Mercer Mass Timber.

SPOKANE VALLEY, WA – May 20, 2025 – Today, Mercer Mass Timber (MMT) announced the completion of the first phase of construction on the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, a future cultural destination located in the heart of the North Dakota Badlands, and the largest mass timber project in the state to date. 

Phase one construction began one year ago and is centered on the museum building and its dramatic roof structure of sweeping curves and complex geometry. The roof, designed to echo the rolling topography of the Badlands, required precisely engineered connections and joints, supported by steel wrapped in wood to maintain a seamless timber look. Phase two of construction is scheduled to begin on June 1, with Mercer Mass Timber contributing canopies designed to support photovoltaic panels—enhancing the site’s sustainability and expanding mass timber use in outdoor architectural features.

Key Project Highlights:

• The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library is the largest use of mass timber in North Dakota to date. MMT is supplying ~1,800 m³ of CLT and glulam for the 93,000-square-foot structure, including custom glulam connections supporting the museum’s curved roof.
• The mass timber provides a total carbon benefit of 3031 metric tons of carbon dioxide, equivalent to the energy to operate 320 homes for a year. The project is pursuing both LEED Platinum and Living Building Challenge certification, with goals of net-zero energy, water, waste, and emissions.
• The final mass timber delivery date is scheduled for June 1, 2025, marking the official start of phase two of construction.

“This project is a testament to what visionary design combined with advanced mass timber engineering can create,” said Ricardo Brites, Director of Engineering & VDC at Mercer Mass Timber. “From custom made glulam connections to a curved roof profile that’s as complex as it is beautiful, this project sets a new bar for civic architecture.”

Incorporating mass timber is a means to honor Theodore Roosevelt’s enduring legacy of conservation with a beautiful nature-forward design. Mass Timber also offers innovative construction advantages, including 25–40% lower carbon emissions, faster installation, and strong fire and earthquake resistance for enhanced safety.

The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library is set to open on July 4, 2026, and every living president is anticipated to be in attendance.

About Mercer Mass Timber  

Mercer Mass Timber (MMT) is redefining sustainable construction with innovative, bio-based building materials. MMT combines cutting-edge technology, expert craftsmanship, and a commitment to sustainability to create beautiful, low-carbon structures. By partnering with builders, developers, and designers, MMT helps shape greener, more vibrant communities.

Backed by Mercer International, MMT brings the strength and resources of a global leader in wood products and renewable materials to every project.

About Mercer International

Mercer International Inc. is a global forest products company with operations in Germany, the USA and Canada with consolidated annual production capacity of 2.3 million tonnes of pulp, 960 million board feet of lumber, 210 thousand cubic meters of cross-laminated timber, 45,000 cubic metres of glulam, 17 million pallets and 150,000 metric tons of wood pellets.

To obtain further information on the company, please visit its website at mercerint.com.

Mercer Mass Timber
Shel Tejamo, Director of Marketing
shel.tejamo@mercerint.com
C: 341-221-8797

Mother Bear
Kelsey Tomascheski, Director of Marketing & Communications
kelsey@motherbear.agency
C: 425-420-8418

The post Mercer Mass Timber Marks Completion Milestone on the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library Construction appeared first on Mercer Mass Timber.

SPOKANE VALLEY, WA – April 2, 2025 – Mercer Mass Timber (MMT), a leading manufacturer of sustainable timber building materials and a subsidiary of Mercer International Inc., announces a key role in the construction of Walmart’s new Home Office in Bentonville, Arkansas—the largest mass timber corporate campus in the United States. The installation of the mass timber panels began in Spring 2024 and is now fully complete. 

Shawmut Design and Construction and Layton Construction selected MMT to provide cross-laminated timber (CLT) and glue-laminated timber (Glulam) for two major sections of the campus, opening in late 2025 to early 2026.

• Zone 1: Four hybrid mass timber buildings (4 stories each) totaling 897,500-square-feet of office space and parking decks.
• Zone 3: Additional offices built with full mass timber frames including a single 5-story building with a total area of 332,615-square-feet.

By incorporating mass timber, Walmart is reinforcing its commitment to sustainability, creating an innovative, nature-connected workspace for associates and their families.

Mercer Conway, located in Conway, AR supplied a total of 21,000 cubic meters of CLT and Glulam while providing jobs for 58 local employees. This reinforces MMT’s commitment to the region’s economy and construction industry. 

“This project showcases how mass timber can transform commercial construction,” said Nick Milestone, SVP at Mercer Mass Timber. “We’re proud to support Walmart’s sustainability vision and demonstrate how local, eco-friendly materials create beautiful, high-performance workplaces.”

Mass timber offers significant environmental and construction benefits, including:

• 25-40% lower carbon emissions compared to traditional materials
• Faster installation with prefabricated components
• Strong fire resistance for enhanced safety

Alongside material supply, MMT provided design-assist services, including feasibility analysis, logistics, and on-site installation support.

“This marks the completion of our first major mass timber contract, but it’s just the beginning,” said Ricardo Brites, Director of Engineering & VDC at MMT. “We look forward to leading more projects that showcase mass timber’s potential.”

About Mercer Mass Timber  

Mercer Mass Timber (MMT) is redefining sustainable construction with innovative, bio-based building materials. MMT combines cutting-edge technology, expert craftsmanship, and a commitment to sustainability to create beautiful, low-carbon structures. By partnering with builders, developers, and designers, MMT helps shape greener, more vibrant communities.

Backed by Mercer International, MMT brings the strength and resources of a global leader in wood products and renewable materials to every project.

About Mercer International

Mercer International Inc. is a global forest products company with operations in Germany, the USA and Canada with consolidated annual production capacity of 2.3 million tonnes of pulp, 960 million board feet of lumber, 210 thousand cubic meters of cross-laminated timber, 45,000 cubic metres of glulam, 17 million pallets and 150,000 metric tons of wood pellets.

To obtain further information on the company, please visit its website at mercerint.com.

Mercer Mass Timber
Shel Tejamo, Director of Marketing
shel.tejamo@mercerint.com
C: 341-221-8797

Mother Bear
Kelsey Tomascheski, Director of Marketing & Communications
kelsey@motherbear.agency
C: 425-420-8418

The post Mercer Mass Timber Powers Sustainable Construction for Walmart’s Landmark Home Office appeared first on Mercer Mass Timber.

SPOKANE VALLEY, WA – April 17, 2024 – Mercer Mass Timber, a low-carbon advanced manufacturer of timber building materials and a subsidiary of Mercer International Inc., today announced that it will provide mass timber for the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in North Dakota’s Badlands. This project honors the president’s legacy of conservation by utilizing locally sourced and renewable resources, like mass timber.

In partnership with general contractor, JE Dunn, MMT will provide mass timber design assistance, materials, and coordination and logistics for the project, including the signature roof structure. MMT’s mass timber will contribute to the project’s ambitious sustainability goals, aiming for zero energy, water, emissions and waste.

More than a building – a sustainable journey

The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library will sit on 93 acres in Medora, North Dakota, situated near the Burning Hills Amphitheater. The library will be a single-story, large footprint museum building with 93,000 square feet of interior space that includes interactive galleries, community spaces, a cafe, and an auditorium. 

The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library goes beyond a traditional museum. Visitors will embark on a journey through a preserved natural landscape, dotted with pavilions for reflection and activity. The library’s location allows for ongoing conservation research while offering a haven for educational walks, leisure, and recreation. Through continued maintenance and cultivation, the site will act as a living laboratory and repository for the Badlands’ unique flora.

“We’re honored to be part of this groundbreaking project, recognized as one of the most sustainable cultural institutions globally,” said Brian Merwin, Senior Vice President of MMT. “The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library exemplifies our commitment to pushing boundaries in sustainable construction.”

Made with mass timber

MMT will be providing nearly 1,800 m³ of cross-laminated timber (CLT) and glulam across the project. The sustainable wood will be used for the library’s structure, including the roof structure in phase one. Phase two will incorporate CLT and glulam in exterior features like a footbridge and canopies sheltering photovoltaic arrays.

“The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library project represents a transition we’re seeing in modern building and architectural design, where community spaces are being constructed with long-term sustainability in mind,” said Nick Milestone, Vice President of Projects and Construction at MMT. “Mass timber is the perfect material fit. Our team will work closely with other project partners to bring this important new landmark to life, on schedule, on budget, and meeting its sustainability goals.”

The first stage of the project will start in April 2024, with the project slated for an opening on July 4, 2026.

You can learn more about the project online at trlibrary.com and MMT’s services at mercermasstimber.com and on LinkedIn.

About Mercer Mass Timber  

Mercer Mass Timber (MMT) is a low-carbon advanced manufacturer of bio-based building materials that empowers communities worldwide to build beautiful, zero-carbon timber buildings. As the largest manufacturer of mass timber in North America, MMT’s people, resources, and technology combine to create built environments that inspire and enable builders, developers, and designers to forge greener, more equitable communities.

MMT is backed by Mercer International, one of the world’s largest market pulp producers.

About Mercer International

Mercer International Inc. is a global forest products company with operations in Germany, the USA and Canada with consolidated annual production capacity of 2.3 million tonnes of pulp, 960 million board feet of lumber, 210 thousand cubic meters of cross-laminated timber, 45,000 cubic metres of glulam, 17 million pallets and 150,000 metric tons of wood pellets.

To obtain further information on the company, please visit its website at mercerint.com.

PR Contact
Red Lorry Yellow Lorry
mmt@rlyl.com

Mercer Mass Timber
Shel Tejamo, Director of Marketing
shel.tejamo@mercerint.com

The post Mercer Mass Timber Selected to Provide Sustainable Building Materials for the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library appeared first on Mercer Mass Timber.

SPOKANE VALLEY, WA – March 4, 2024 – Mercer Mass Timber, a low-carbon advanced manufacturer of timber building materials and a subsidiary of Mercer International Inc., today announced the launch of its mass timber erection division: Mercer Mass Timber Construction Services.

Mercer Mass Timber Construction Services offers both comprehensive on-site installation for fully integrated construction and project consultancy for clients seeking expert guidance and strategic support. This expansion marks a significant step forward for Mercer Mass Timber, enabling customers to achieve greater project efficiency and faster completion times.

Historically, the construction industry has faced challenges with fragmented processes and siloed communication between a wide range of stakeholders. These operational silos are further impacted by lagging technological advancement and digitization, an aging workforce, and a lack of skilled workers, which widens issues like poor information sharing, uncoordinated efforts, and ultimately, project inefficiencies and failures.

Mercer Mass Timber’s Construction Services bridges this gap by integrating engineering, manufacturing, and construction teams under one roof for unparalleled control over the entire construction process. This holistic approach fosters collaboration, ensuring safe, rapid, and risk-managed installation for mass timber projects.

From concept to completion:  a comprehensive approach to timber construction

Mercer Mass Timber’s Construction Services takes a vertically integrated approach, minimizing project complexities by taking control at every stage. This means meticulously detailed production plans, combined with in-house engineering expertise and precise logistics work together to deliver faster completion times and reduced costs – a critical competitive advantage for developers and owners prioritizing speed to occupancy.

But the benefits extend beyond speed. Controlling the entire process allows Mercer Mass Timber’s team to optimize communication and resource allocation, leading to less waste, minimized risks, and streamlined construction schedules. By synchronizing the expertise of various teams, they ensure a seamless workflow with minimal scope gaps, fostering smoother project execution and minimizing potential hiccups.

From pre-construction to completion, Mercer Mass Timber leverages advanced project models to optimize resource allocation, mitigate risk and costly on-site fixes, and ensure seamless coordination, laying a solid foundation for a seamless construction process. Experienced engineering and BIM teams further ensure installation methods seamlessly integrate with other trades and subcontractors, resulting in a unified building system that benefits all stakeholders.

Legacy construction expertise across sectors

With over 35 successful mass timber projects under their belt across sectors like commercial, industrial, and multi-family buildings, the Mercer Mass Timber Construction Services team bring unparalleled expertise and industry know-how to every project. This proven track record across North America ensures quality service every time, adhering to the highest industry standards while pushing the boundaries of sustainable construction.

“In order to be competitive in today’s market, our customers need the assurance that their projects will be completed on-time, on-budget, and with exceptional aesthetics and quality,” said Brian Merwin, senior vice president at Mercer Mass Timber. “Now, with the launch of Construction Services, we’re extending our mass timber production capabilities to support the entire project lifecycle with a value engineering led approach. By offering comprehensive planning, scheduling, on-site installation, and quality control from one vendor, we’re empowering developers and owners to unlock the full potential of mass timber. At Mercer Mass Timber, we’re not just building structures; we’re revolutionizing the way construction works.”

Construction Services key offerings include:

• Full mass timber structure erection: Utilizing proprietary mass timber-specific tools, Mercer Mass Timber handles the complete timber installation process, including layout, crane management, mass timber rigging, temporary structure bracing, and hardware installation.
• Logistics planning & installation sequencing: Meticulous planning ensures efficient material delivery and on-site management.
• Lift/bracing engineering: In-house engineering expertise ensures safe and efficient lifting and bracing solutions.
• Site supervision/consultation: Dedicated superintendents and construction managers provide on-site oversight and support throughout the installation process.
• Construction scheduling: Advanced scheduling tools optimize resource allocation and minimize delays.
• Modeling & technology: Project models that simulate construction activities and BIM technology ensure seamless communication and coordination.
• Project management: Detailed plans and close collaboration with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers ensure smooth project execution.
• Labor management: Vertical integration with engineering and manufacturing teams optimizes workflow and resource allocation.
• Quality control: Unwavering commitment to quality ensures projects meet the highest standards.
• Water mitigation implementation: Working knowledge and expertise of mass timber water mitigation strategies to best meet client goals.

To learn more about Mercer Mass Timber’s new Construction Services, please visit mercermasstimber.com.

Visit Mercer Mass Timber at Booth #956 during the International Mass Timber Conference (IMTC) March 26-28 to learn more about Construction Services and other innovative solutions for mass timber construction.

About Mercer Mass Timber  

Mercer Mass Timber (MMT) is a low-carbon advanced manufacturer of bio-based building materials that empowers communities worldwide to build beautiful, zero-carbon timber buildings. As the largest manufacturer of mass timber in North America, MMT’s people, resources, and technology combine to create built environments that inspire and enable builders, developers, and designers to forge greener, more equitable communities.

MMT is backed by Mercer International, one of the world’s largest market pulp producers.

About Mercer International

Mercer International Inc. is a global forest products company with operations in Germany, the USA and Canada with consolidated annual production capacity of 2.3 million tonnes of pulp, 960 million board feet of lumber, 210 thousand cubic meters of cross-laminated timber, 45,000 cubic metres of glulam, 17 million pallets and 150,000 metric tons of wood pellets.

To obtain further information on the company, please visit its website at mercerint.com.

PR Contact:
Red Lorry Yellow Lorry
mmt@rlyl.com

Mercer Mass Timber

Shel Tejamo, Director of Marketing
shel.tejamo@mercerint.com

The post Mercer Mass Timber Launches Mass Timber Installation Services  appeared first on Mercer Mass Timber.

The post Mercer Mass Timber Successfully Acquires Structurlam, Expanding Operations and Strengthening Market Presence appeared first on Mercer Mass Timber.

• Mercer to acquire substantially all of Structurlam’s assets, including its state-of-the-art mass timber facility in Conway, Arkansas, cementing Mercer’s position as a leading mass timber provider in North America.
• The proposed acquisition will materially increase Mercer’s cross-laminated timber capacity to approx. 210,000 m³ of CLT and add 45,000 m³ of glulam production capacity.
• The addition of glulam capability will expand Mercer’s product offering and enhance its ability to service its growing customer base.

NEW YORK, NY – May 30, 2023 – Mercer International Inc. (“Mercer” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: MERC) today announced that it has received applicable Bankruptcy Court approval of a sales order approving the acquisition of substantially all of the assets of Structurlam Mass Timber Corporation and its subsidiaries (“Structurlam”), including a production facility located in Conway, Arkansas (the “Conway Facility”) and production facilities in British Columbia, Canada, for $81.1 million, exclusive of a break fee and expense reimbursement, subject to customary adjustments. The transaction is subject to customary conditions and is expected to be completed shortly.

The Conway Facility

The Conway facility is a modern, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility that was built in 2021 and:

• has an annual capacity of approximately 75,000 m³;
• can produce both glued laminated timber (glulam) and cross-laminated timber (CLT);
• includes over 280,000 square feet of manufacturing space; and
• is strategically located in the Southern United States in proximity to growing construction markets and with access to a large and high-quality regional wood basket.

British Columbia Facilities

The assets also include three facilities located in British Columbia, Canada with a combined annual capacity of approximately 40,000 m³ of glulam and CLT.

Glulam

The transaction will, among other things, add glulam production capability to Mercer’s existing mass timber offering. Glulam is a stress-rated, engineered wood product comprised of wood laminations that are bonded together. It is commonly used for support structures such as columns, beams, floor joists, and trusses and offers a high degree of customization and pre-fabrication. With a high strength-to-weight ratio, it offers increased efficiencies in logistics and a smaller carbon footprint relative to common construction materials such as steel and concrete.

Juan Carlos Bueno, President and Chief Executive Officer, stated: “The acquisition of the Structurlam assets is consistent with our strategy to expand and diversify our product mix in our solid wood segment and build out our existing mass timber business. The acquisition will materially increase our existing production capacity and cement our position as a leading producer of mass timber products.

These assets complement our existing Mercer Mass Timber facility, located in Spokane Valley, Washington and provide significant potential synergies on a combined basis. As glulam is commonly incorporated into mass timber construction projects that utilize CLT, the acquisition of Structurlam will enhance our ability to service the growing customer base for our mass timber business.”

He concluded: “Our Mercer Mass Timber facility and the Conway facility are two of the most modern mass timber facilities in North America, which we believe will position us well to capitalize on the growing market share of CLT and glulam in the North American construction business. We look forward to completing the acquisition and continuing to grow our contribution to a circular carbon economy, providing sustainable and carbon reducing alternatives through our innovative forest products.”

Mercer International Inc. is a global forest products company with operations in Germany, the USA and Canada with consolidated annual production capacity of 2.3 million tonnes of pulp, 960 million board feet of lumber, 140 thousand cubic meters of cross-laminated timber, 17 million pallets and 150,000 metric tonnes of wood pellets. To obtain further information on the company, please visit its website at https://www.mercerint.com.

The preceding includes forward looking statements which involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties, including statements concerning the expected completion of the acquisition of the Structurlam assets and the benefits thereof. Words such as “expects”, “anticipates”, “are optimistic that”, “projects”, “intends”, “designed”, “will”, “believes”, “estimates”, “may”, “could” and variations of such words and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. Actual results and outcomes may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in these forward-looking statements. Among those factors which could cause actual results to differ materially are the following: any inability to satisfy the conditions to completion of the proposed acquisition or to successfully integrate the acquired assets, the highly cyclical nature of our business, raw material costs, our level of indebtedness, competition, foreign exchange and interest rate fluctuations, our use of derivatives, expenditures for capital projects, environmental regulation and compliance, disruptions to our production, market conditions and other risk factors listed from time to time in our SEC reports.

APPROVED BY:

Jimmy S.H. Lee
Executive Chairman
(604) 684-1099

Juan Carlos Bueno
Chief Executive Officer
(604) 684-1099

The post Mercer International Inc. Receives Court Sales Order Approval to Acquire Structurlam Mass Timber Assets appeared first on Mercer Mass Timber.

Juan Carlos Bueno, Mercer’s President and CEO stated: “We are delighted to conclude our first major mass timber contract. Our customer has selected mass timber for its appearance, structural integrity, fire resistance, construction efficiency and carbon footprint that only mass timber construction can provide. We expect that this is the first of more major projects to come as Mercer’s innovative product line and services become more recognized in the growing mass timber construction space.”

Mercer International Inc. is a global forest products company with operations in Germany, the USA and Canada with an annual production capacity of 2.3 million tonnes of pulp, 960 million board feet of lumber, 140 thousand cubic meters of cross-laminated timber, 17 million pallets and 150,000 metric tonnes of wood pellets. For further information, please visit www.mercerint.com.

The preceding includes forward-looking statements which involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties which may cause our actual results in future periods to differ materially from forecasted results. Words such as “plans”, “expects”, “intends”, “will”, “believes”, “estimates”, “may”, “could” and variations of such words and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements. Among those factors which could cause actual results to differ materially are the following: the highly cyclical nature of our business, raw material costs and availability, our level of indebtedness, competition, foreign exchange and interest rate fluctuations, our use of derivatives, expenditures for capital projects, environmental regulation and compliance, disruptions to our production, market conditions and other risk factors listed from time to time in our SEC reports. 

APPROVED BY:

Juan Carlos Bueno
President and Chief Executive Officer
+1 604-684-1099

David K. Ure
Senior VP Finance, CFO and Secretary
+1 604-684-1099

The post Mercer International Inc. Signs Major Mass Timber Construction Project appeared first on Mercer Mass Timber.