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UKCW BIRMINGHAM SETS OUT AGENDA FOR A SMARTER, MORE SUSTAINABLE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY
From AI in construction to supply chain partnerships and the latest thoughts on retrofit, this autumn’ s UK Construction Week Birmingham( NEC, 29 September- 1 October) features a packed programme designed to encourage fresh thinking, showcase innovation and support the industry’ s drive towards a more productive, sustainable future.
Ahead of its return to the NEC, UKCW Birmingham has unveiled The Construction Reset- a new theme designed to tackle the biggest challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the built environment, from improving productivity and scaling industrialised construction to accelerating digital transformation and delivering more sustainable outcomes.
Structured around three key pillars – Building Better, Building Smarter and Building Responsibly, the threeday event will feature:
Built-for-purpose sections:
• Roofing, Cladding & Insulation- A dedicated destination for contractors, installers, specifiers and designers who want to explore the latest innovations in durability, efficiency and weather protection and architectural impact
• Digitalisation & AI- See how technology, automation, and AI are redefining the way we plan and build
• Futurebuild Innovation Showcase- New for 2026, bringing together the most innovative products, technologies, materials and solutions transforming the built environment
• Building & Onsite Safety- Featuring product and systems supporting safer buildings and safer sites
• Equipment, Tools & Hire- Explore the newest tools and equipment driving productivity
• Construction Training & Services- Connect with experts in project delivery, compliance, training, and professional support
Five theatres offering a varied programme of talks and workshops from industry experts and thought leaders:
• Main Stage- sponsored by Barbour ABI
• Building Safety and Occupational Safety Stage
• Building Envelope Stage
• Digitalisation & AI Stage- sponsored by Zutec
• Futurebuild Innovation Stage
Highlights of seminars and discussions across the show include:
Tuesday 29th September
Main Stage( 10.30am – 11.15am) The Construction Reset: What Needs to Change and What Happens if We Don’ t? [ Build Better ]
This session will examine where the industry can unlock growth, improve performance and build a futureready workforce through innovation, collaboration and new career pathways.
Speakers: Jackie Rigby( Homes England), Saul Humphrey( Chartered Institute of Building( CIOB), Tim Balcon( CITB)
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