• GoCanvas is a leading provider of SaaS solutions for enhancing productivity and safety through paperless collection, reporting and integration of field data in construction
• Perfect fit with Nemetschek’s Build & Construct Division portfolio strategy
• Complementary technology, customer base and regional sales split will create strong synergies and accelerate Subscription/SaaS business model transition
• Combining Bluebeam office and GoCanvas field worker community will create a unique construction ecosystem

RESTON, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Nemetschek Group (NEM.DE), a leading global provider of software solutions for the AEC/O and media industries, today announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire all shares in GoCanvas Holdings, Inc., headquartered in Reston, Virginia, USA. GoCanvas® is a leading provider of field worker collaboration software that digitizes traditionally paper-based processes, simplifies inspections, improves safety, and maximizes compliance with more than 300,000 active users worldwide in the first quarter of 2024.

The Nemetschek Group´s Build Segment offers subscription and SaaS products that simplify customers’ jobs and connect openly with other AEC/O solutions and platforms. GoCanvas fits perfectly in this strategy by offering flexible cloud and mobile field worker solutions that help customers efficiently collect real-time data, collaborate across worksites, create digital checklists, make data-driven business decisions, and replace paperwork with smart, simple workflows.

Complementary technologies create a best-in-class portfolio for a sustainable built environment globally

The acquisition of GoCanvas will capture significant growth opportunities and technology synergies through further enhancing market and customer access. GoCanvas further strengthens Nemetschek Group’s positioning in the US while Nemetschek will provide GoCanvas a unique footprint to expand in Europe and Asia-Pacific.

Nemetschek Group’s largest brand Bluebeam is already the most trusted name for collaboration solutions in the built environment and is poised to utilize this market leadership to introduce GoCanvas solutions to extend value to field workers. GoCanvas expands the existing Build portfolio of Nemetschek by providing solutions that simplify operations for on-site professionals across diverse sectors including construction, manufacturing and energy with workflows including safety, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), quality and work progress. These solutions deliver enhanced productivity and efficiency gains for field workers, including reduced travel, heightened safety measures, and improved collaboration.

GoCanvas already has a strong position in the fast-growing field worker market. Consequently, the TAM (total addressable market) for the Build segment increases significantly.

“GoCanvas is a great fit and a perfect complement to our existing solution portfolio in the Build segment and therefore represents a valuable addition to our expertise in covering the complete AEC/O life cycle,” says Yves Padrines, CEO of the Nemetschek Group. “Adding the powerful solutions of GoCanvas gives us a strong competitive edge while opening access to a rapidly growing market for field workforces in construction and other adjacent verticals.”

Viyas Sundaram, GoCanvas CEO, adds: “We are thrilled to join the Nemetschek Group as we continue our mission to simplify inspections and digitize paper-based processes. This partnership will accelerate our growth and development, allowing us to offer our solutions to a wider range of customers. Together, we will support them in safeguarding their people, protecting their assets, and delivering exceptional quality.”

“We are very much looking forward to welcoming the GoCanvas team to the Nemetschek family,” adds Usman Shuja, Chief Division Officer of the Build & Construct Division and CEO of Bluebeam Inc. “GoCanvas extends the simplicity and delightful user experience that Bluebeam and 123OnSite users value. I am excited to expand our latest innovations to the field worker. Our customers will significantly benefit from this combined power, as we are now able to provide a comprehensive offering with the most advanced and sustainable functionalities possible.”

Innovative and fast-growing company

GoCanvas was founded in 2008 and has more than 300 employees with locations in the US, Canada, Australia and South Africa. With its strong Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) growth of around 20% in recent years, GoCanvas generated an ARR of USD 67 million and an operating margin still below the Nemetschek Group average in 2023. GoCanvas’ growth is expected to stay at the level of around 20% in the coming years with an increase in operating margin resulting from operational leverage, synergies and economies of scale. The purchase price (on a cash-/debt-free basis) represents a 2023 ARR multiple of around 11.5x based on the 2023 ARR.

Transaction financing will be provided by Nemetschek’s own cash resources and existing credit facilities. The acquisition is expected to close in summer 2024 and is subject to customary regulatory approval and closing conditions. Until the transaction closes, each company will continue to operate independently. Upon closing, the CEO of GoCanvas, Viyas Sundaram, and his team will join the Nemetschek Group. More details related to the transaction will be disclosed after closing of the acquisition.

About the Nemetschek Group

The Nemetschek Group is a globally leading provider of software for digital transformation in the AEC/O and media industries. Its intelligent software solutions cover the entire life cycle of construction and infrastructure projects and allow creatives to optimize their workflows. Customers can plan, construct, and manage buildings and infrastructure more efficiently and sustainably, and develop digital content such as visualizations, films, and computer games in a creative way. The software company drives new technologies and approaches such as artificial intelligence, digital twins, and open standards (OPEN BIM) in the AEC/O industries to increase productivity and sustainability. We are continuously expanding our portfolio, including through investments in disruptive start-ups. More than 7 million users are currently designing the world with the customer-focused solutions of our four segments. Founded by Prof. Georg Nemetschek in 1963, the Nemetschek Group today employs more than 3,400 experts.

The company, which has been listed in the MDAX and TecDAX since 1999, achieved a revenue of EUR 851.6 million and an EBITDA of EUR 257.7 million in 2023.

About GoCanvas

GoCanvas is dedicated to transforming how businesses connect their office and field workers. The user-friendly platforms aim to simplify inspections, digitize traditional paper-based processes, improve safety, and ensure maximum compliance with industry standards. GoCanvas mobile and cloud solutions are designed to streamline data collection from the field to the office, taking care of administrative tasks so GoCanvas’ customers can focus on what matters most — ensuring the safety of their teams, maintaining the integrity of their equipment, and operating more efficiently.

Since 2008, GoCanvas has been driven by a commitment to excellence and continuous innovation. Based in Reston, Virginia, GoCanvas is trusted by thousands of companies to optimize their operations and deliver fast, high-quality results.

Contacts

Ema Gantcheva | ema.gantcheva@gocanvas.com
443.326.9918

With a new leader on board, global fintech Adyen eyes innovation and long-term growth in Canada

TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Today, Adyen (AMS: ADYEN), the global financial technology platform of choice for leading businesses, announced the opening of its own office in Toronto. The new Toronto office will serve as the company’s Canadian headquarters, underscoring Adyen’s commitment to sustained growth in the Canadian market. As part of Adyen’s ongoing commitment to growing in Canada, Adyen is also pleased to welcome Ilona Fagyas to its leadership team as its new Head of Sales later this month.

Since the start of 2020, Adyen has established a strong presence in Canada, expanding its team to 26 employees across various functions to support local and global businesses operating in the region. The company has forged local partnerships, launched new products, and added notable merchants like Moose Knuckles and Mejuri to its Canadian client base next to its already impressive global client base. Leveraging its financial technology platform, Adyen’s team offers innovative solutions that are transforming the way Canada pays.

“The opening of Adyen’s Toronto office represents a significant milestone for Adyen Canada as we continue to expand. Our growth is driven by our dedicated team, who consistently assists our growing customer base with innovative payment technology. The progress in payment technology has prompted many organizations and businesses to remodel their technology stack and operations for greater flexibility and convenience in payments. Adyen is at the center of this transformation,” said Sander Meijers, Adyen Canada Country Manager. “We are thrilled to welcome Ilona to the leadership team, and continue to offer end-to-end payment capabilities that benefit both Canadian businesses and shoppers alike.”

With over 15 years of sales management experience, Ilona Fagyas is a proven payments leader in the Canadian FinTech industry. Ilona has led enterprise segments at prominent organizations including TD, Chase, and most recently, PayPal. Her dedication to excellence has been recognized through numerous President’s Club designations, highlighting her contributions to year-over-year improvement in top-performing regions. As the Head of Sales for Adyen Canada, Ilona will be focused on expanding Adyen’s footprint in the region and optimizing its growing commerce business.

“The Payment Technology industry in Canada is ripe for change, and I have long admired how Adyen provides Canadian businesses with seamless payment experiences in one, single solution,” said Ilona Fagyas, Adyen Canada Head of Sales. “I am excited to join the Adyen team in its mission to make payments more accessible for Canadians across the country, and ultimately, scale the business to new heights.”

Adyen has over 20,000 payment terminals in thousands of Canadian stores, with hundreds of Canadian brands interacting with Adyen’s platform daily. Adyen sets itself apart from other fintech platforms by offering all payment and financial products within its one innovative platform. Through Adyen’s platform, businesses can quickly respond to consumer demand for the latest trends in payments and consumer experiences with minimal effort – for example, by utilizing tokenization to inter-connect customer journeys across Pay By Link, mobile POS, buy online and return in-store, with a wealth of customer data captured in the process.

Adyen’s financial technology platform is available to help Canadian enterprises – including those in retail, hospitality, platform services, digital services and subscriptions, and e-commerce – achieve their ambitions faster. For more information, visit https://www.adyen.com.

About Adyen

Adyen (AMS: ADYEN) is the financial technology platform of choice for leading companies. By providing end-to-end payments capabilities, data-driven insights, and financial products in a single global solution, Adyen helps businesses achieve their ambitions faster. With offices around the world, Adyen works with the likes of Meta, Mejuri, Uber, H&M, Ebay, Moose Knuckles, Lightspeed and Microsoft. Adyen continuously improves and expands its product offering as part of its ordinary course of business. New products and features are announced via press releases and product updates on the company’s website.

Contacts

Media
Lindsay Silverberg

Business Director, Talk Shop Media

lindsay@talkshopmedia.com

DALLAS–(BUSINESS WIRE)–AECOM (NYSE: ACM), the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, today announced that an AECOM-led joint venture with Akima Support Operations has been selected by the Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC) Pacific to deliver facility support services under the Global Contingency Services Multiple Award Contract (GCSMAC). This is AECOM’s third consecutive GCSMAC award, spanning 13 years of engineering and operations support for NAVFAC facilities throughout the world under this contract.

“We’re proud to build on years of collaboration with the Navy by deploying our extensive federal disaster recovery capabilities to address critical facility needs in the Pacific and worldwide,” said Lara Poloni, AECOM’s president. “Our industry-leading experts, many of whom joined AECOM as veterans, remain dedicated to the Navy’s mission and bring specialized expertise from our previous GCSMAC projects.”

Under this multiple-award, indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity contract, the joint venture will provide various services in response to natural disasters, humanitarian efforts, Navy operations and projects worldwide. The scope of work also encompasses supporting the Navy’s facility maintenance and modernization operations, as well as providing incidental environmental and engineering services.

“Our team brings together highly skilled program managers and technical specialists with proven success on complex large-scale federal programs,” said Karl Jensen, executive vice president of AECOM’s National Governments business. “As we continue to advance our Think and Act Globally strategy, our dedicated professionals will leverage our global contingency expertise, which includes rapid deployment of resources as well as facility and infrastructure support.”

AECOM entities have supported the U.S. Navy for more than 90 years, and the Company has delivered approximately $1.5 billion in services worldwide in the past decade. This includes complex programs such as NAVFAC Pacific and Atlantic Comprehensive Long-Term Environmental Action Navy (CLEAN), and numerous planning, architecture, engineering, and environmental services contracts.

About AECOM

AECOM (NYSE: ACM) is the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, delivering professional services throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. On projects spanning transportation, buildings, water, new energy, and the environment, our public- and private-sector clients trust us to solve their most complex challenges. Our teams are driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world through our unrivaled technical and digital expertise, a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion, and a commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm and its Professional Services business had revenue of $14.4 billion in fiscal year 2023. See how we are delivering sustainable legacies for generations to come at aecom.com and @AECOM.

Forward-Looking Statements

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Contacts

Media Contact:

Brendan Ranson-Walsh

Senior Vice President, Global Communications

1.213.996.2367

Brendan.Ranson-Walsh@aecom.com

Investor Contact:

Will Gabrielski

Senior Vice President, Finance, Treasurer

1.213.593.8208

William.Gabrielski@aecom.com

C$880 million acquisition will enhance Saint-Gobain’s position in light and sustainable construction and further strengthen its product portfolio in Canada.

MALVERN, Pa.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Saint-Gobain has completed the acquisition, announced on April 3, 2024, of The Bailey Group of Companies (Bailey), a leading manufacturer of metal building solutions in Canada. With approximately 690 employees working across twelve manufacturing sites throughout Canada, Bailey will reinforce Saint-Gobain’s commitment to growth in the country, adding more than C$500 million in revenues.

With today’s announcement, Saint-Gobain has successfully completed its third major acquisition in Canada in the last three years. These include the acquisition of Kaycan (2022) a leader in siding and exterior solutions and Building Products of Canada (2023) a major manufacturer of residential roofing shingles and wood fiber insulation panels. All three additions complement CertainTeed Canada’s extensive portfolio of interior building materials, and Bailey will further enrich Saint-Gobain’s full-range offer of interior and exterior solutions.

The Bailey Group of Companies, which will continue to operate under its current brand name, joins the local North American construction business, within the Americas region.

Today’s announcement follows several other recent growth investments announced by Saint-Gobain in Canada:

• In February, Saint-Gobain completed the installation of a recovery system at its gypsum facility in Vancouver, British Columbia, expected to reduce Scope 1 carbon dioxide emissions by 15%.
• In September, Saint-Gobain completed the $1.325 billion acquisition of Building Products of Canada Corp., reinforcing its leadership in light and sustainable construction in Canada.
• In 2022, Saint-Gobain announced the acquisitions of both Kaycan and GCP, strengthening its leadership positions in siding and construction chemicals respectively in both Canada and the United States.
• In June 2022, Saint-Gobain and CertainTeed Canada announced an investment to upgrade equipment at its gypsum facility outside Montreal, which will increase the plant’s production capacity by up to 40%. The plant will also transition away from fossil fuels to solely being powered by renewable electricity from Hydro-Quebec, making it the first zero-carbon wallboard plant in North America for scopes 1 and 2 emissions. Work on this project is currently underway.

With over 145 manufacturing locations in Canada and the United States, every current and future member of the company’s team plays a vital role in achieving its sustainability goals. A current list of job openings at all Saint-Gobain locations can be found on the company’s careers website.

About CertainTeed

With innovative building solutions made possible through its comprehensive offering of interior and exterior products, CertainTeed is transforming how the industry builds. As leaders in building science and sustainable construction, CertainTeed makes it easier than ever to create high-performance, energy-efficient places to live, work and play, so that together we can make the world a better home.

A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,900 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout Canada and the United States. www.certainteed.ca

About Saint-Gobain

Worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group’s commitment is guided by its purpose, “MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER HOME”.

€47.9 billion in sales in 2023

160,000 employees, locations in 76 countries

Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050

About The Bailey Group of Companies

Founded in 1950 by Sam Bailey, The Bailey Group of Companies is a family owned, Canadian operation. The Bailey Group of Companies, consisting of Bailey-Hunt Limited and its subsidiaries, is recognized as an industry leader, offering building solutions to both the commercial framing and drywall finishing residential markets.

With twelve locations across Canada, our manufacturing capacity and national presence ensures that our customers, across the country, have the products they require quickly. Bailey production facilities are strategically located within 90% of Canadian job sites. We constantly work to deliver high quality, innovative valuable products. Supplying industry leading service and product solutions for the construction industry is our long-standing and enduring commitment.

Contacts

Media:
Peter Clark (+1) 603 513 8513

Leader in transport automation will share preconstruction design methodologies that save time and money

WHISTLER, British Columbia–(BUSINESS WIRE)–TransLogic™, a Swisslog Healthcare company and a leading supplier in transport automation, will be showcasing its expertise in healthcare design at the 2024 Canadian Healthcare Engineering Society (CHES) BC Annual Trade Show and Education Forum in Whistler. The event is expected to gather hundreds of engineering experts in the healthcare industry to discuss best practices in designing and constructing hospitals and other care facilities.

TransLogic will participate in the event’s Exhibition Hall June 2-4, 2024, at booth #99 at Whistler Conference Centre, 4010 Whistler Way, Whistler, BC, and invites engineering professionals specializing in healthcare planning, design, and construction to explore the advantages of its Design Assist service. This preconstruction consultative offering brings transport experts into the early stages of building design, fostering collaboration that enhances overall project efficiency, ensures long-term serviceability, and proactively addresses potential future challenges.

“The engineering of healthcare facilities can be extremely complicated and nuanced, especially when considering specific needs like a building’s pneumatic tube system,” said Jesse Kora, Building Information Modeling (BIM) Manager at TransLogic.

Pneumatic tubes are used in hospitals and other healthcare facilities to transport materials quickly, such as blood samples, medications, and more. TransLogic works with decision-makers in the hospital and healthcare maintenance and construction industry to consult with the project team to ensure consideration of the tube system vision. This includes running simulations, creating 3D models, and coordinating directly with engineers to ensure the tube system design can meet space planning, performance, and serviceability needs.

“These tube systems transport important medications and samples throughout a hospital, and they are an engineering feat. We are looking forward to sharing our expertise about how best to plan for and incorporate transport automation systems in the preconstruction design process,” continued Michael Fedoruk, Regional Sales Director, Canada at TransLogic.

More information about the design and construction of pneumatic tube systems in healthcare settings can be found at https://www.translogic.com/.

About TransLogic™

TransLogic™, a Swisslog Healthcare Company, builds on its 100 years of operational technology expertise to reliably automate the delivery of critical items and leverage innovations which transcend industry standards in transport automation. TransLogic™ products are manufactured in the USA, resulting in nominal supply chain issues, fewer shipping delays, and quality controls which meet North America’s standards. Learn more about TransLogic™ solutions at translogic.com.

About Swisslog Healthcare:

Swisslog Healthcare provides integrated medication supply chain solutions to hospitals and health systems to assist providers in treating patients across the continuum of care. Integrating transport and pharmacy automation, value-added services, and intelligent software, Swisslog Healthcare enables healthcare providers to respond to patients’ needs quickly and with greater accuracy. The company minimizes many sources of operational waste, so providers achieve higher levels of productivity to impact the well-being of patients in positive ways. For more information, visit www.swisslog-healthcare.com.

Contacts

Erica Fetherston

10 to 1 Public Relations

erica@10to1pr.com
(480) 676-9141

Sofia Ashley

10 to 1 Public Relations

sofia@10to1pr.com
(480) 468-3349

The new report, “Building Inclusive & Sustainable Communities,” showcases Daniels’ commitment to enhancing accessibility in new home construction, both within the communities they build and across the real estate industry.

Highlights from the 2023 report:

• Completed 38 new accessible homes through Daniels’ Accessibility Designed Program (ADP) for a total of 198 ADP suites since launch of the program in 2017 and invested $217,000 in support of initiatives that accelerate accessibility.
• Spent $550,000 in social procurement, by engaging 43 local suppliers and artists of which 90 per cent are diverse suppliers.
• Trained and secured employment placements for 27 youth in two neighbourhoods through the CRAFT and Moving Towards Opportunity (MTO) Programs which generated $211,000 in local economic development.
• Launched MPV2, Brampton’s largest low-carbon master-planned community, under the Daniels Decarbonization Roadmap, released in the same year.
• Published four carbon labels in three new communities launched in 2023.

TORONTO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Daniels Corporation (“Daniels”), one of Canada’s pre-eminent builders and developers, recognized for its commitment to city-building and social impact, proudly presents its 2023 impact report. This report is a testament to the company’s unwavering dedication to fostering inclusive and sustainable communities.

The comprehensive report, entitled ‘Building Inclusive & Sustainable Communities,’ enumerates Daniels’ distinctive approach to real estate development and construction. Over its 40-year commitment to shaping a better tomorrow, Daniels has focused on social impact initiatives and strides toward decarbonization.

Daniels uses its business as a positive force, enriching communities by valuing people, partnerships and the planet.

With focus on progress made in 2023 around Daniels’ groundbreaking social impact and sustainability initiatives, this year’s report shines a spotlight on Daniels’ trailblazing journey into creating more accessible buildings and communities, propelled by the launch of its Accessibility Designed Program (ADP) in 2017.

“At the heart of this report lies a compelling narrative of using our business as a positive force, exemplified by Daniels’ pioneering efforts to enhance accessibility in new home construction. With a keen focus on innovation, equity and transparency, we demonstrate through this report that Daniels is not only reshaping its own practices but also setting a new standard for the industry,” said Heela Omarkhail, Vice President of Social Impact, The Daniels Corporation.

Building Inclusive Communities

In 2023, Daniels developed new initiatives and partnerships while building on existing ones to deliver on its social impact framework of creating affordable and accessible housing, investing in local economic development and building social infrastructure.

Daniels further strengthened its commitment to social procurement as a tool to create local economic opportunities by supporting the capacity-building of emerging businesses, social enterprises and diverse suppliers, and creating space for them to build their expertise and grow. A powerful example has been the company’s work with InfiniGuard Security and Protections Inc., a Regent Park-based social enterprise security company founded by local resident Murwan Khogali, since 2021. Starting with short term, occasional contracts for event security to ongoing contracts to commercial patrols, in 2023 InfiniGuard successfully secured the concierge services contract at Daniels’ Artworks Tower and Artsy Boutique Condominiums. In 2023 alone, $292,000 in local economic development was generated by InfiniGuard with a total of $700,000 in economic impact since 2021.

Furthermore, Daniels has made significant investments to support artists, entrepreneurs and not-for-profit organizations through its Social Impact Commercial portfolio, to create opportunities for individuals and groups to access commercial space at subsidized lease rates. For instance, Wanasah, a not-for-profit mental health agency addressing urgent mental health needs of Black youth and their families, moved into one such commercial office space in Regent Park.

Building Sustainable Communities

In February 2023, with the launch of the Daniels Decarbonization Roadmap, Daniels outlined a performance-based plan to drastically reduce the carbon footprint for the company’s next two development-cycles. The strategy is an industry-first in quantifying and reducing Whole Life Carbon emissions from real estate development. With a data-driven approach to reducing the carbon impact of its communities, the goal is to reach Near-Zero Whole Life Carbon — a transformational level of emissions reduction — for all new communities starting development in 2026.

As part of this strategy and Daniels’ commitment to educating homeowners and tenants, the company has implemented the voluntary disclosure of emissions performance through the creation of a unique carbon label for each of its new communities coming to market. The carbon labels help homeowners and tenants understand the carbon impact of the homes Daniels is building and enhances accountability to the Decarbonization Roadmap commitments. The creation of carbon labels demonstrates Daniels’ environmental stewardship and commitment to meeting emissions reduction targets.

“The launch of our Decarbonization Roadmap is the start of a process to operationalize our values. Our industry needs to transition to net zero as quickly as possible, without increasing the affordability challenges that we are all struggling with. We believe that the path to get there will be grounded in an intentional and data-driven strategy that produces steady progress in all aspects of how we build. As a leader in our industry, we are committed to this journey while sharing our progress in an open and transparent way,” said Adam Molson, Vice President, The Daniels Corporation.

Inclusion by Design

In 2017, Daniels responded to a critical need within the real estate development industry by launching its groundbreaking Accessibility Designed Program (ADP). This initiative emerged from invaluable feedback from homebuyers, revealing a significant gap in accessible housing options. The feedback underscored the scarcity of new homes tailored to meet mobility and other accessibility requirements.

Recognizing its unique position to address this pressing need, Daniels embarked on a transformative journey. Exceeding conventional standards outlined by the Ontario Building Code (OBC) for barrier-free homes, Daniels sought to redefine what it means for a home to be truly accessible. Through extensive consultations with the accessibility community and industry experts, Daniels gained profound insights into the lived experiences of individuals with disabilities, seniors aging in place, and those seeking more inclusive living spaces.

Daniels’ ADP set a new benchmark for accessibility in North America. Going beyond mere compliance, this program elevates the standard for inclusivity in home design and construction.

By prioritizing accessibility features, the ADP standard ensures that multi-residential communities developed and built by Daniels are not only accessible but truly inclusive.

The 2023 Impact Report unveils a comprehensive Spotlight Report titled “Inclusion by Design,” offering an in-depth exploration of Daniels’ ongoing accessibility journey and the remarkable progress achieved over the past six years.

“It’s never been more important for us at Daniels to stay focused and act on our commitments to building thriving communities that foster inclusion and sustainability,” said Jake Cohen, Chief Operating Officer, The Daniels Corporation. “We are in a transformational moment, what we do today and how we do it will impact the future of our communities for generations to come. As we continue to listen and learn alongside the communities we build, we will continue to push barriers and reimagine the way we build vibrant and resilient communities,” added Cohen.

To read Daniels’ 2023 Impact Report, please visit https://danielshomes.ca/social-impact/.

About The Daniels Corporation

The Daniels Corporation is one of Canada’s pre-eminent builders/developers, building nearly 40,000 new homes across the Greater Toronto Area for over 40 years. Daniels is the developer of TIFF Bell Lightbox in Toronto’s Entertainment District and the City of the Arts community on Toronto’s East Bayfront. Among its many initiatives, Daniels partnered with Toronto Community Housing to revitalize 53 of the 69-acre Regent Park community in Toronto. Regent Park is home to the World Urban Pavilion, a collaboration between the Urban Economy Forum, UN-Habitat, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation and Daniels. Understanding that quality of life is created by much more than physical buildings, Daniels goes above and beyond to integrate building excellence with opportunities for social, cultural, and economic well-being.

Contacts

For more information or to request an interview, please contact:
Emma McNally

Kaiser & Partners

Emma.McNally@kaiserpartners.com
647.786.5890

Partnership complements Saint-Gobain’s mission to be the leader in light and sustainable construction; Opens new markets for TimberHP products

MALVERN, Pa.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Saint-Gobain, through its building products subsidiary CertainTeed Inc., and TimberHP, a manufacturer of insulating wood composites, today announced that they have entered into a collaborative relationship, which will enable CertainTeed to distribute TimberHP’s wood fiber insulation products in North America, including as the exclusive distribution partner in Canada. Executed in close collaboration with NOVA by Saint-Gobain, the company’s venture arm, this partnership will continue to drive Saint-Gobain’s vision to be the worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction and will improve its own sustainable offerings and readiness to respond to customer needs.

TimberHP, located in Maine, is a startup company that grew out of a partnership between two entrepreneurs—Matthew O’Malia, an award-winning architect with a reputation for developing high-performance, cost-competitive designs; and Dr. Joshua Henry, a materials chemist with years of experience elevating solutions to conserve energy and produce renewable energy. They utilize residual wood chips and hydroelectricity to manufacture nature based sustainable insulation solutions from wood fiber, which aligns with Saint-Gobain’s global sustainability goals. When fully launched, the offering will include loose fill, batt, and rigid board insulation products.

“Driven by our Purpose of Making the World a Better Home, this exclusive partnership with TimberHP enhances the sustainable solutions we are bringing to our stakeholders throughout Canada,” said Julie Bonamy, Chief Executive Officer, Saint-Gobain Canada. “This is a welcome addition to Saint-Gobain Canada’s light and sustainable construction portfolio, which will further our vision to provide a full offering of building materials and solutions to our customers.”

“It is a huge vote of confidence in our technology and our team at TimberHP to partner with a brand as innovative and impactful as CertainTeed,” said Joshua Henry, Chief Executive Officer of TimberHP. “It is essential that we mold the future of construction to be exceptionally easy, effective, energy-efficient and sustainable, and we look forward to addressing those industry needs together.”

This exciting partnership comes as Saint-Gobain continues its commitment to growth and sustainability in North America. Last month, the company announced its third major acquisition in Canada in the last two years with its intent to acquire The Bailey Group of Companies, a leading Canadian manufacturer of commercial metal framing and building solutions. In addition, work is currently underway to upgrade equipment at CertainTeed Canada’s gypsum wallboard plant outside of Montreal, which will transition the plant away from fossil fuels to being powered by hydro-electricity, creating North America’s first and the world’s largest zero carbon production drywall plant (Scopes 1 and 2 emissions).

With TimberBatt and TimberFill products already available in the United States, CertainTeed and TimberHP are working closely to bring these solutions to the Canadian market in the near future.

About TimberHP

GO Lab, Inc. (dba TimberHP) is a manufacturing company that produces thermal and acoustic wood fiber insulation products for the residential and commercial construction market. Located at its Madison, Maine facility, TimberHP is the first—and only—company to manufacture insulating wood fiber composites in North America, building on a successful 20-year history of production in Europe. TimberHP insulation is manufactured from sustainably produced wood chip residuals, and is a high-performing, cost-competitive, scalable, renewable and carbon sequestering alternative to existing market solutions. When operating at full capacity, TimberHP Madison will produce almost 20 tons of product an hour, utilize over 250,000 green tons of softwood residuals per year, generate $168 MM of revenue, and employ 144 people.

About CertainTeed

With innovative building solutions made possible through its comprehensive offering of interior and exterior products, CertainTeed is transforming how the industry builds. As leaders in building science and sustainable construction, CertainTeed makes it easier than ever to create high-performance, energy-efficient places to live, work and play, so that together we can make the world a better home.

A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,900 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout Canada and the United States. www.certainteed.ca

About NOVA by Saint-Gobain

NOVA, the external venture arm of Saint-Gobain, identifies forward-thinking startups around the world whose philosophies align with Saint-Gobain’s focus on sustainability and digital. It helps those startups nurture their ideas and grow their companies to scale through partnerships and investment. With a presence in Asia, Europe and North America, NOVA by Saint-Gobain connects the global startup community with the power, resources, and experience of Saint-Gobain to address the needs of today and challenges of tomorrow. Learn more by visiting https://www.nova-saint-gobain.com and www.saint-gobain.com.

About Saint-Gobain

Worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group’s commitment is guided by its purpose, “MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER HOME”.

€47.9 billion in sales in 2023

160,000 employees, locations in 76 countries

Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050

Contacts

Peter Clark (+1) 603 513 8513