FAQ

The WCTE 2023 to be held in the capital of Norway, Oslo, on June 19^th – 22^th in 2023

No, June 19th – 22th 2023 is the definite date for the conference. If the conditions to hold the conference physically are not met by 2023, then a hybrid or 100% online format will be chosen. This will be communicated well in advance of the conference. Sign up for the newsletter and receive all updated information about the conference

There is a preliminary program information for our 4-day conference event to be held between June 19th and 22th 2023. Sign up for our newsletter to be informed about the latest news on WCTE 2023. View Programme at a glance

In the planning of WCTE 2023, we want to keep up the emphasis on research and exploration within wood mechanics and timber structures. We will also focus on sustainability and the role of wood as an attractive and environmentally friendly material for consideration by any actor in the building sector. Recycling, re-use and optimal utilization of materials are coming important topics and should be properly discussed. View the Tracks 

The WCTE 2023 will take place at the Clarion Hotel The Hub in the Oslo City Centre. The HUB is the largest congresses hotel in Norway, located next to the Oslo Central Station, with connections to the tram, subway and the airport express train.

The Early Bird registration deadline is January 10th 2023

Read more about the organisation and partners here

The call is open. Sign up for the newsletter and receive notification when it is open. Abstract submission process and guidelines for WCTE 2023

Full paper should be finished by 10^th of January 2023. View the Call for Abstracts

Yes. As part of WCTE 2023, both indoor and outdoor social events will be arranged. Including Icebreak, Reception, City Walks and Accompanying Program. Sign up for our newsletter to be updated.

Yes. As part of WCTE 2023, both indoor and outdoor social events will be arranged. Including Icebreak, Reception, City Tours and Accompanying Program. Sign up for our newsletter to be updated.

Yes. All the participants are cordially invited to a gala dinner at the he Clarion Hotel The Hub in the Oslo City Centre. The attendance of this event is not included in the Conference fee! Sign up for our newsletter to be updated.

Yes. During the WCTE 2023 three different side events will be organised to run in parallel with the conference. Alongside the conference, the Norwegian and international business community, companies, and public enterprises and associations will have the opportunity to further raise their national and international profiles.

These three Side Events will be e organised to run in parallel with the conference: Oslo Wood Expo, PhotoFest (PhotoFestival) and Student Events. View the Side Events

Yes. With our partners the WCTE 2023 Secretariat will arrange organised tours both in Oslo and Norway. The attendance of this tours is not included in the Conference fee! Sign up for our newsletter to be updated.

If you want to explore Oslo on your own, we recommend that you contact your partner VisitOslo. View VisitOslo

If you want to explore Oslo on your own, we recommend that you contact your partner Visit Norway. View Visit Norway

The organisers of the WCTE 2023 are pleased to invite partners to work with us on the World Conference on Timber Engineering 2023 in Oslo. View how to become a WCTE sponsor