Our Challenge
In 2011, the original ECC Sports Stadium in Majuro was forced to close after its roof collapsed due to severe termite damage. The redevelopment required a structural solution capable of achieving a massive 45-metre clearspan while withstanding the aggressive tropical environment of the remote North Pacific atoll. The glulam component had to be ore-fabricated in New Zealand and shipped across the ocean, demanding a design that was modular for transport.

The Techlam Solution
Techlam worked with PTL Structural & Fire to replace the failed structure with a high-performance mass timber system. To overcome shipping constraints, the 765mm deep glulam arches were designed with three moment splices, allowing the massive beams to be broken into manageable sections for containerisation. This modularity simplified the erection process on-site in Majuro, where heavy lifting equipment was limited.

By choosing glulam (Radiata Pine) treated to H5 CCA standards, the team ensured a critical defence against the termites that claimed the previous building. Unlike steel, which would require constant maintenance against the salt-heavy air, the timber solution offers inherent corrosion resistance and low embodied carbon. The refurbished stadium was completed in time to serve as a key venue for the 2024 Micronesian Games.