Goodman has commenced construction on a groundbreaking mass timber unit development at Moorabbin Airport, Mentone, Victoria. This pilot project marks Goodman’s first venture in Asia Pacific into mass timber construction as it trials innovative ways to reduce carbon emissions in its developments.
This project will be using 7,019 pieces (or 631 tonnes) of timber, with all waste product from the off-site timber manufacturing to be recycled. The timber is sourced from a reputable supplier which has undergone certification to demonstrate its commitment to sustainable forest management, and that it does not contribute to forest loss.
Mass timber construction is expected to reduce the property’s embodied carbon by approximately 24% compared to conventional steel developments, while still maintaining its strength and structural integrity. The property also has 400kW rooftop solar, eight EV charging stations and smart metering to monitor and manage energy consumption. These features align with Goodman’s commitment to environmental sustainability and the development’s aim to achieve a 5 star Green Star Buildings rating.
Jason Little, CEO Australia, Goodman Group said “In delivering essential infrastructure for the digital economy, one of our priorities is to trial products and construction methods that are low-carbon, resilient, and provide positive outcomes for our customers who are looking to achieve their own sustainability objectives. This pilot project is a great exampleof ways we’re exploring innovation, sustainability, and flexibility.”
The warehouse design has a striking timber colonnade, showrooms and office spaces at the front, and functional warehousing behind-the-scenes. With four versatile units ranging from 3,500 to 4,300 square metres, the spaces are designed to be combined, offering flexibility for larger customers such as bulky goods retailers, industrial users, and logistics operators.
Strategically located at the eastern end of Boundary Road within the Moorabbin masterplan area, the project marks a significant milestone in Moorabbin Airport’s evolution as a business precinct.
Paul Ferguson, CEO, Moorabbin Airport said “We’re actively working to reduce our environmental footprint as set out in the Moorabbin Airport Master Plan. We’ve installed 1,700kW of solar, rainwater tanks for water capture and recycling, and maintain 2,000 drought tolerant trees since 2015. The mass timber units demonstrate our committment to building the long-term value and resilience of Moorabbin Airport as well as a stable platform for further growth.”
Construction is expected to be complete in November 2024 and will generate 175 construction jobs.
