TATEKU Innovation - Research & development for a sustainable future
from climate-resistant forest plants to AI-supported forestry and sustainable wood processing.
As Innovation incubator of the TATEKU Group GmbH, our aim is to drive forward technological developments in order to maximise efficiency, sustainability and profitability in the industry.
The forestry and timber industry is facing challenges such as climate change and resource scarcity. TATEKU Innovation develops solutions that harmonise the environment and the economy - through smart technologies, sustainable processes and forward-looking strategies. Our mission: future-proof, environmentally friendly innovations for a strong and sustainable forestry and timber industry.
We focus on research and development in five key areas:
The TATEKU Group - Responsible value creation along the entire forestry and timber industry
The TATEKU Group GmbHfounded in December 2024 and based in Austria, is a leading investment company focussing on sustainable innovation along the entire forestry and timber value chain. The Group focuses on long-term value creation, responsible entrepreneurship (ESG) and pioneering technologies to transform the industry in a sustainable way.
With strategic investments and subsidiaries such as CR-Systems GmbHwhich develops industrial pyrolysis systems for CO₂ reduction, and the HolzWerk Naila GmbHwhich is marketed under the HolzWerk³ TATEKU Group is driving forward sustainable solutions by realising future-proof modular construction concepts for hotels, tiny houses and more. Wood as a renewable, CO₂-storing raw material is at the centre of these projects and enables ecological, energy-efficient and durable construction methods. Together with strong partners, the Group is shaping a sustainable and economically viable future for the European forestry and timber industry. TATEKU Innovation, with its focus on research and development, plays a key role in this.
Our mission:
"Discover opportunities to get involved now"
Discover opportunities - help shape innovation!
Whether students, companies, research institutions or investors TATEKU Innovation offers a wide range of opportunities to play an active role in the future of the forestry and timber industry. Innovative ideas, sustainable technologies and pioneering research projects are at the centre of our commitment.
StudentsWrite a thesis with practical relevance and develop sustainable solutions together.
The company: Realise research and development professionally with an experienced partner.
Research institutions & universities: Putting scientific findings into practice.
InvestorsPromote sustainable technologies and utilise long-term growth potential.
Our mission:
"Get to know R&D projects now"
TATEKU Innovation Project Database - Innovations at a glance
The TATEKU Innovation project database provides a central overview of ongoing and completed research and development projects involving TATEKU Innovation. Here you will find detailed project descriptions, current progress and opportunities for collaboration for companies, research institutions and investors.
🔹 Transparent insights: Up-to-date information on innovative technologies, sustainable solutions and practice-orientated developments.
🔹 Cooperation opportunitiesDiscover suitable projects for strategic partnerships and scientific collaboration.
🔹 Sustainable innovationsLearn about advanced developments in the areas of Smart Planting, Smart Forestry, Smart Timber Products, Smart Carbon Products and Smart Industry.
CO₂ certificates
Green Carbon binds up to three tonnes of CO₂ per tonne of product. With these certificates, companies actively contribute to climate neutrality and create real added value for the environment and the economy.
Pyrolysis technology
Our pyrolysis plants produce innovative products such as bioliquids and biogenic pyrolysis gas. These sustainable alternatives to fossil raw materials improve industrial processes and reduce emissions.
Better together
In cooperation with research institutions, we develop prototypes from a Technology Readiness Level 4 upwards. These projects ensure the innovative strength of the entire TATEKU Group.
Sustainability
Each R&D project is developed specifically for subsequent takeover by the subsidiaries of the TATEKU Group. In this way, we create a sustainable link between research and market-ready solutions.
TATEKU INNOVATION
Our solutions for sustainable business development
TATEKU Innovation connects research and industry partners to realise technological breakthroughs along the wood value chain. Our projects aim to increase efficiency and create sustainable business opportunities.
This characterises TATEKU INNOVATION from
Our strengths
Technological innovation for a sustainable future
TATEKU Innovation brings together research and industry to develop ground-breaking technologies along the forestry and wood value chain. Sustainability, efficiency and industrial scalability take centre stage.
Our mission:
Innovation for a sustainable future
TATEKU Innovation stands for technological breakthroughs that combine sustainability and efficiency along the entire forestry and wood value chain. As the internal incubator of the TATEKU Group, we drive forward research and development projects that harmonise ecological responsibility and economic success.
Our focus is on solutions that not only conserve resources, but also set new standards for industrial applications. Close collaboration with research partners and industry results in innovations that enable a climate-friendly transformation and bring pioneering technologies into practice.
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News from TATEKU Innovation
The timber industry on the road to the future
The timber industry is at a crossroads, characterised by technological innovations and the urgent need to find new ways of...
Forests as the key to climate neutrality
Our forests are an indispensable part of the global ecosystem. They store carbon and provide us with...
Wood as the material of the future
Wood has long been more than just a building material or fuel. It has become a key material for innovative, sustainable...
An industry in transition
The timber industry plays an important role in the Austrian and European economy. With its long...
Wood as a building material of the future
Wood is experiencing a renaissance as one of the most important building materials for sustainable construction. With...
Foundation of the TATEKU Group GmbH
A new milestone in the forestry and timber industry TATEKU Group GmbH from Klagenfurt is...
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Driving innovation in the timber industry together
Are you looking for exciting investment opportunities in the field of sustainable innovations or would you like to develop new solutions along the wood value chain as a project partner? TATEKU Innovation offers you unique opportunities to realise your goals.
Let's talk about your ideas, wishes and visions in a non-binding discussion - together we can shape the future of the wood industry.
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