PRESS RELEASE
Astana, 28 October 2025
Honkarakenne, a global leader in CLT log construction, has signed two significant Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) in Kazakhstan to advance sustainable tourism and ecological timber construction in collaboration with local partners.
The first MoU was signed with Burabay Damu and the Burabay National Park. The aim is to develop environmentally friendly tourism infrastructure in the Burabay resort area. The cooperation will begin with a pilot project titled “Honka Outdoor Lounge – Natural Comfort in the Heart of Nature”, which will introduce modern ecological timber architecture to enhance the national park’s visitor services.
The second MoU was signed with TOR’RE Ltd and Nord Wood House LLP. This agreement focuses on the development of ecological wooden housing solutions in Kazakhstan, including the potential construction of 53 timber houses in a village area owned by TOR’RE Ltd. The projects will utilise natural materials and energy-efficient solutions.
“Honkarakenne has grown into a leading Finnish export company in its field, with 25 years of experience in the Kazakh market. We are pleased to strengthen our presence in Central Asia and share Finnish expertise in sustainable and healthy timber construction,” says Marko Saarelainen, CEO of Honkarakenne.
The agreements were signed in Astana on 28 October during the official visit of President of Finland Alexander Stubb to Kazakhstan. The signing ceremony was organized in conjunction with the Business Forum that was part of the official visit. Both projects highlight the growing cooperation between Finland and Kazakhstan in promoting the green transition and sustainable development. Honkarakenne and the local parties will continue negotiations, with a comprehensive cooperation programme expected to be finalised by March 2026.
Honkarakenne has grown into a leading Finnish export company in its field, with 25 years of experience in the Kazakh market. We are pleased to strengthen our presence in Central Asia and share Finnish expertise in sustainable and healthy timber construction.
Marko Saarelainen
President & CEO, Honkarakenne
Further information & interviews:
Marko Saarelainen
President and CEO
tel. +358 40 542 0254
marko.saarelainen@honka.com
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Honkarakenne Oyj manufactures high-quality, healthy and ecological log homes, holiday homes and public buildings under its Honka® brand from Finnish solid wood. The company has delivered 90,000 buildings to over 50 countries. House kits are manufactured in Finland, the company’s own factory is located in Karstula. In 2024, Honkarakenne Group’s net sales were EUR 36.7 million, of which exports accounted for 29%. www.honka.com
