Skanska
Building for a better society
Skanska was founded in Malmo, Sweden in 1887 as Aktiebolaget Skånska Cementgjuteriet (Scanian Cement Casting Ltd), and driven by a dual purpose: to innovate and build what’s good for people and society. Today it develops, designs and builds everything from healthy and green office buildings to smart homes and infrastructure.
Today, Skanska is the fifth-largest construction company in the world, using knowledge and foresight to shape the way people live, work, and connect. More than 135 years in the making, it operates across the Nordics, Europe and the United States.
T32,000 employees, work collaboratively with customers, seeking to create innovative and sustainable construction solutions that support healthy living beyond our lifetime.
Here are some examples of Skanska’s innovation initiatives:
- Digitalization and Building Information Modeling (BIM): Skanska has been at the forefront of leveraging digital technologies and BIM in construction projects. They utilize BIM to enhance collaboration, improve project visualization, identify clashes and conflicts, and optimize construction processes. Skanska also explores emerging technologies such as augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) to further enhance design and construction workflows.
- Sustainability and Green Building Solutions: Skanska is dedicated to developing sustainable and environmentally-friendly construction solutions. They actively pursue green building certifications, such as LEED and BREEAM, and implement sustainable practices throughout their projects. Skanska explores innovative approaches like energy-efficient designs, renewable energy integration, and the use of sustainable materials to reduce environmental impact.
- Off-Site Construction and Modularization: Skanska embraces off-site construction and modularization techniques to improve construction efficiency and quality. They leverage advanced manufacturing processes and digital tools to prefabricate building components off-site. This approach reduces construction time, minimizes waste, and enhances quality control.
- Safety and Health Innovations: Skanska prioritizes safety and health in their construction projects and actively seeks innovative solutions to improve worker safety. They implement advanced safety practices, including the use of wearable technology, Internet of Things (IoT) sensors, and data analytics to monitor and mitigate safety risks. Skanska also invests in employee wellness programs and training initiatives to promote a culture of safety.
- Collaboration and Open Innovation: Skanska actively collaborates with external partners, including startups, universities, and research institutions, to foster open innovation in the construction industry. They engage in partnerships and innovation challenges to explore new technologies, methods, and materials that can drive positive change and improve project outcomes.
- Skanska Innovation Center: Skanska operates its own Skanska Innovation Center, which serves as a hub for research, development, and testing of new ideas and technologies. The center focuses on areas such as digitalization, sustainability, and construction process optimization, fostering a culture of innovation within the company.
Skanska has made sustainability a core part of its business strategy and has been recognized for its commitment to environmentally-friendly practices and sustainable building solutions.
- Green Building Expertise: Skanska has extensive experience in constructing green buildings that meet or exceed various sustainability standards, such as LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) and BREEAM (Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method). They have successfully delivered numerous sustainable projects worldwide.
- Environmental Focus: Skanska places a strong emphasis on minimizing the environmental impact of construction activities. They have implemented initiatives to reduce energy consumption, water usage, and waste generation on their construction sites. Skanska also promotes the use of renewable energy sources in their projects.
- Carbon Footprint Reduction: Skanska is committed to reducing carbon emissions from its construction operations. They have set ambitious targets to decrease carbon emissions from their own operations and to work with suppliers and subcontractors to achieve carbon neutrality. Skanska actively explores innovative construction techniques and materials to achieve this goal.
- Sustainable Materials and Technologies: Skanska emphasizes the use of sustainable and environmentally friendly materials in their construction projects. They actively seek out alternatives to traditional construction materials, such as recycled or low-carbon materials. Skanska also integrates innovative technologies, such as energy-efficient systems and smart building solutions, to enhance sustainability performance.
- Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration: Skanska engages with stakeholders, including clients, suppliers, and local communities, to promote sustainable practices throughout the construction process. They collaborate with partners to develop innovative solutions and share best practices for sustainable construction.
- Reporting and Transparency: Skanska is committed to transparency and regularly reports on its sustainability performance. They provide detailed information on their environmental and social initiatives, including progress towards sustainability goals and key performance indicators.
Skanska’s dedication to sustainability has earned them recognition and accolades in the construction industry. They have received numerous sustainability awards and have been included in prestigious sustainability indices, such as the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and the FTSE4Good Index.