Stunning green building wins 2025 architecture award

Stunning green building wins 2025 architecture award

Credit: Nussbaumer Photography The new Clarissakork HQ in Bregenzerwald, Austria Bregenzerwald is a region renowned for its contemporary wooden architecture, traditional craftsmanship, and sustainable landscape management. So, it’s appropriate that a building in this...
World’s best kayak has cork at its core

World’s best kayak has cork at its core

The cork-core Melker Värmdö – a comfortable, playful, and lightweight kayak designed for touring and recreation. Credit: Melker of Sweden Melker of Sweden’s Värmdö kayak which won the Paddling Magazine Industry Award 2024 for Best Sea/Touring Kayak, recently followed...
New uses for cork in rail transport – part 1 of 2

New uses for cork in rail transport – part 1 of 2

Credit: portugaltrain.com In the first of two articles, we look at how cork composite materials are being used to improve performance and efficiency in the rail industry. The Alfa Pendular – Portugal’s high-speed train – is known for its speed and comfort,...
How cork protects astronauts during launch and re‑entry

How cork protects astronauts during launch and re‑entry

SpaceX launch 1st August 2025 with new crew for the International Space Station. Credit: YONHAP Launchers The first – and biggest – initial challenge for any space programme is overcoming Earth’s gravity during launch.  Every potential area for saving...
Our top 6 most read stories from the first half of 2025

Our top 6 most read stories from the first half of 2025

Throughout the first half of 2025, our stories have explored cork’s versatility, its role in driving sustainable innovation, and its impact across a wide range of sectors. Here are the six articles that captured the most attention and sparked the strongest engagement...