Holzbau Kompetenz Sachsen GmbH

What Holzbau Kompetenz Sachsen GmbH does

Holzbau Kompetenz Sachsen GmbH (HKS) is the operating company of the Saxon Timber Construction Competence Center (Holzbaukompetenzzentrum Sachsen), based in Dresden, Germany, and founded in August 2021 under the umbrella of Holzbau Kompetenz Sachsen e.V. Its mandate is to promote the use of timber in construction across the Free State of Saxony — a region with a century-long industrial timber-construction heritage — by combining free expert advisory services, structured professional education, industry events, and public outreach. The organization supports architects, structural engineers, carpentry trades, agricultural operators, municipal approval authorities, and school-age audiences.

HKS generates paid revenue primarily through professional certification programs (Fachingenieur/Fachplaner für Holzbau at €4,650 and Sachverständiger für baubegleitende Qualitätssicherung im Holzbau at €2,650), paid seminars and forums (typically €120–€200 per participant), and ticketed conferences such as the annual Sächsischer Holzbautag. The bulk of its operating budget is provided by the Free State of Saxony through the simul+InnovationHub initiative, supplemented by partnerships with EIPOS (exclusive training delivery), the three Saxon Handwerkskammern, Architektenkammer and Ingenieurkammer Sachsen, TU Dresden, Duale Hochschule Sachsen, MFPA Leipzig, DBFZ, LfULG, and the Austrian Holzcluster Steiermark.

Its product surface spans free consulting across seven specialty topics (structural timber engineering, fire protection, wood technology, coatings, indoor air quality), the FastWood online seminar series, the Alles Holz podcast (35+ episodes), the Holzbaukarte.de project map, the Alles Holz children's interactive exhibition at Europark Chemnitz, annual excursions (including international trips to Styria), and the Musterholzbausiedlung Niesky model housing ideas competition (€1.8M project volume). The team consists of 6 employees plus contracted specialist advisors, with the company functioning primarily as a state-backed convening and capability-building organization rather than a product or technology vendor.

Name

Holzbau Kompetenz Sachsen GmbH

Legal name

Holzbau Kompetenz Sachsen GmbH

Website

https://hksachsen-gmbh.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Holzbau Kompetenz Sachsen GmbH operates the state-mandated Saxon Timber Construction Competence Center from Dresden, providing free expert advisory, paid professional certifications, conferences, and public outreach to accelerate timber construction adoption across Saxony.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Training and Consulting Services

NAICS

Support Activities for Forestry (1153), Timber Tract Operations (11311)

SIC

Forestry (800)

akta.pro primary industry

Timberland Asset Management & Consulting (AFAMAAAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Forest Management & Silviculture Services (Cruising, Planning, Compliance) (IMAMAAAD)

Keywords

• Timber construction consulting
• Professional construction training
• Building code compliance
• Sustainable building education
• Construction industry events

Headquarters

HQ city

Dresden

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Professional Training Programs: The company generates revenue through professional continuing education programs for engineers and specialists in timber construction. Programs include 'Fachingenieur/-planer für Holzbau' (4,650 EUR standard, 4,400 EUR for EIPOS alumni, 4,450 EUR for Saxon architects) and 'Sachverständiger für baubegleitende Qualitätssicherung im Holzbau' (2,650 EUR standard, with discounts for EIPOS alumni and Saxon professionals).
2. Seminar Series Revenue: Revenue generated from specialized seminar series including 'Alles Holz' seminars on topics such as fire protection, Eurocode 5 standards, and multi-story timber construction. Participation fees typically range from 120-200 EUR for specialized forums.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Holzbau Kompetenz Sachsen GmbH operates the Saxon Timber Construction Competence Center (Holzbaukompetenzzentrum Sachsen), providing free expert consultation on timber construction topics, paid professional certification programs for engineers and architects, and event-based education through annual conferences, specialized forums, online seminars, and excursions. The organization serves as a central knowledge hub connecting architects, engineers, craftsmen, municipalities, and government stakeholders to advance sustainable timber construction adoption in Saxony.

Product overview

Holzbau Kompetenz Sachsen GmbH (HKS) operates the Holzbaukompetenzzentrum Sachsen as a coordination and consulting center for promoting timber construction in Saxony. The organization offers a unified portfolio of services including expert consulting (Fachberatung) across specialties like fire protection and structural timber engineering, professional training programs (Fachfortbildungen) for engineers and experts, and event-based education through seminar series (Alles Holz, FastWood), conferences (Sächsischer Holzbautag, Holzbrückenbautag, Fachforen), and excursions. Supporting offerings include the Alles Holz podcast, Holzbaukarte.de project map, technical information resources, and the Alles Holz children's exhibition. All services focus on advancing sustainable timber construction through education, networking, and practical guidance.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fachberatung (Expert Consultation) Free expert consulting service providing individual assistance on sustainable timber construction, covering specialties such as timber construction, structural timber engineering, fire protection, wood technology, wood-based materials, coatings, and indoor air quality. Aimed at architects, engineers, building authorities, and construction professionals in Saxony.
• Fachfortbildung Fachingenieur/-planer für Holzbau Part-time professional certification program in cooperation with EIPOS GmbH, led by Prof. Tom Kaden, covering construction, fire protection, structural engineering, and building physics. Cost: 4,650 EUR (4,400 EUR for EIPOS alumni). Aimed at architects and engineers seeking expert certification in timber construction.
• Sachverständiger für baubegleitende Qualitätssicherung im Holzbau Professional certification program qualifying participants to accompany timber construction projects proactively and in compliance with regulations, from planning to completion. Cost: 2,650 EUR (with discounts for EIPOS alumni and Saxon professionals). Aimed at construction quality assurance specialists.
• Sächsischer Holzbautag (Saxon Timber Construction Day) Annual specialist conference on modern timber construction held at Messe Dresden, co-organized with Architektenkammer Sachsen, Ingenieurkammer Sachsen, and EIPOS GmbH, featuring keynote speakers and expert presentations for architects, engineers, and industry stakeholders.
• FastWood Online-Seminarreihe Free online seminar series covering timber construction topics, including special episodes on new regulations and technologies in the field. Aimed at construction professionals and interested parties in Saxony.
• Alles Holz Seminarreihe Seminar series as part of Saxony's timber construction initiative promoting climate-conscious building with wood, organized with EIPOS covering topics like fire protection, Eurocode 5, and timber construction classes 4 and 5. Aimed at architects, engineers, and construction professionals.
• Fachforum Landwirtschaftliches Bauen mit Holz Forum in cooperation with Sächsisches Landesamt für Umwelt, Landwirtschaft und Geologie focusing on sustainable innovations for agricultural buildings using timber. Fee: 120 EUR. Recognized by Ingenieurkammer Sachsen. Aimed at farmers, agricultural businesses, and forestry operations.
• Holzbrückenbautag (Wooden Bridge Construction Day) Specialized conference on the latest technical and normative developments in timber bridge construction, organized with Qualitätsgemeinschaft Holzbrückenbau e.V. Fee: 200 EUR (160 EUR for members). Aimed at architects, engineers, and carpenters.
• Denkmäler der Zukunft Conference Series Conference series on sustainable building with renewable raw materials, organized with Deutsches Biomasseforschungszentrum (DBFZ) and ZfBK Sachsen, featuring site visits to buildings made from renewable materials. Aimed at construction professionals, cultural heritage stakeholders, and sustainability practitioners.
• Alles Holz Kindermitmachausstellung (Children's Exhibition) Interactive exhibition for children (grades 1-6) teaching about renewable wood resources and sustainable handling through hands-on stations. Located at Europark Chemnitz since October 2025. Attracted over 20,000 visitors. Aimed at school children, educators, and families.
• Alles Holz Podcast Podcast featuring timber construction experts from Saxony discussing topics like real-world laboratories, sound insulation, building type E, modular construction, and sustainable building practices. Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube with 35+ episodes. Aimed at construction professionals and industry stakeholders.
• Holzbaukarte.de Online map showing realized timber construction projects in Saxony as well as projects in planning and execution phases. Aimed at architects, engineers, building owners, and the general public interested in timber construction.
• Technische Informationen Collection of technical resources including Informationsdienst Holz publications, Dataholz.eu catalog for building physics data, Baunetz Wissen knowledge platform, and Brandschutznavigator from TU Munich. Aimed at architects, engineers, and construction professionals.
• Musterholzbausiedlung Niesky Ideenwettbewerb Open ideas competition for a model timber construction settlement at Albinmüllerweg in Niesky, with project volume of 1.8 million EUR, managed by HKS on behalf of the city. Aimed at architects, urban planners, and timber construction professionals.
• Holzbau Exkursionen Annual practical excursions providing insights into timber construction companies and projects, including international trips (e.g., to Styria with Holzcluster Steiermark). Aimed at construction professionals and industry stakeholders.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 20,000 children reached through the 'Alles Holz' interactive exhibition
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core, moderate, major and minor.

• Technische Universität DresdencoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 May 2026Partnership to establish permanent timber construction curriculum in architecture studies at TU Dresden. Starting May 2026, minimum 8 semester hours covering construction, structural engineering, fire protection, sustainability, and history of timber construction. Includes research collaborations and practical student projects.
• Qualitätsgemeinschaft Holzbrückenbau e.V.moderateStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2026Partnership for the inaugural Holzbrückenbautag (Wooden Bridge Construction Day) on November 5, 2026. Focus on technical and normative developments in timber bridge construction. The association provides specialized expertise in timber bridge standards and quality assurance.
• Stadt Niesky (City of Niesky)majorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025HKS organizes the open idea competition 'Musterholzbausiedlung Albinmüllerweg' on behalf of the city. Project aims to create a model timber housing development on approximately 10,000 m², honoring Niesky's historic prefabricated housing legacy from Christoph & Unmack AG. Competition deadline October 2026.
• EIPOS GmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Long-term partnership for professional continuing education programs in timber construction. Jointly developed and deliver certification programs including 'Fachingenieur/Fachplaner für Holzbau' and 'Sachverständiger für baubegleitende Qualitätssicherung'. Programs held at EIPOS Bildungscampus in Dresden. EIPOS handles registration and administrative services while HKS provides technical curriculum and expertise.
• Handwerkskammern Chemnitz, Dresden, LeipzigcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 February 2023Cooperation agreement with three Saxon chambers of trades representing approximately 56,250 member businesses. Partnership aims to support carpentry businesses in adopting modern timber construction techniques, prefabrication methods, and cross-trade coordination. Includes joint seminars, network events, and excursions.
• Holzcluster Steiermark GmbHmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2023International cooperation with the Styrian Wood Cluster, Austria. Partnership facilitates knowledge exchange, joint excursions to leading timber construction companies, and benchmarking of best practices. Styria has achieved 30% timber construction market share, serving as a model for Saxon ambitions.
• Sächsisches Landesamt für Umwelt, Landwirtschaft und Geologie (LfULG)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJoint organization of the 'Fachforum Landwirtschaftliches Bauen mit Holz' (Agricultural Building with Timber Forum), with three successful editions in 2023, 2025, and planned for 2027. Combines agricultural expertise with timber construction knowledge.
• DBFZ (Deutsches Biomasseforschungszentrum)moderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in the 'Denkmäler der Zukunft' (Monuments of the Future) specialist conference series focusing on long-lasting construction with renewable raw materials. DBFZ provides biomass research expertise.
• ZfBK Sachsen (Zentrum für Baukultur Sachsen)moderateStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-partner in the 'Denkmäler der Zukunft' conference series. Combines Saxon building culture expertise with sustainable timber construction promotion.
• Sächsisches Staatsministerium für Infrastruktur und Landesentwicklung (SMIL)coreOthersHKS organized hybrid training on MHolzbauRL 2024 for Saxon approval authorities on behalf of SMIL. The ministry drives Saxony's timber construction initiative and building code policy.
• Architektenkammer Sachsen and Ingenieurkammer SachsencoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-organizers of the Sächsischer Holzbautag conference series and co-recognizers of professional continuing education programs. Both chambers provide professional development credits for HKS events.
• BrevominorOthersEmail marketing platform used for newsletter distribution. Customer data processed according to Brevo terms of service.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Holzbau Deutschland: Federal German timber construction industry association. Operates at higher (national) level and broader scope but shares the mandate of advancing timber construction in Germany, and is referenced through its Informationsdienst Holz knowledge service used by HKS.
• proHolz Austria: Austrian timber industry cluster and marketing organization. Comparable as a state-level industry body promoting wood use in construction, with broader national scope and longer operating history than HKS.
• Holzforschung Austria: Austrian federal research institute for wood/timber. Comparable as a publicly-supported timber competence body focused on applied research, testing, and standards — analogous to MFPA Leipzig for HKS in research-support terms.

Direct peers

• Kompetenzzentrum Holzbau & Ausbau (Bingen/Wuppertal): A leading German timber-construction competence center (and hosts the Holzbau-Forum). Operates the same training-events-publication-practitioner network model HKS runs at smaller scale, making it the closest German functional peer.
• Holzcluster Steiermark GmbH: Austrian Styrian Wood Cluster — HKS's named international cooperation partner (signed Jan 2023). Operates the same competence-center/cluster model HKS is building, jointly organizes excursions, and serves as the benchmarking reference for Saxony's 30% market share goal.

Regional players

• Holzcluster Bayern: Bavarian timber cluster — direct analogue to HKS in another German state. While HKS serves Saxony, Holzcluster Bayern operates the same regional timber promotion/cluster model in Bavaria with similar policy and chamber-of-trades relationships.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Profiles6 records

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