Celebrating a decade of the UK’s leading built environment event, UK Construction Week London returns to the capital (ExCeL, May 7th-9th) with a host of new features and co-located shows, covering a broad spectrum of topics, including offsite; hire equipment; heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration; and the stone and hard surfaces sector.
With leading construction products, all of the major construction professional bodies, international pavilions, industry and government leaders, and plenty of entertainment over three days, this is the must-attend event for construction professionals from all over the UK and beyond – from architects to apprentices, surveyors to specifiers.
High-profile speaker programme
Seminars, discussions and workshops play a huge part at UKCW, with over 400 speakers across more than 300 sessions, featuring thought leaders and experts in sustainability, planning, procurement and infrastructure – solidifying UKCW’s commitment to providing high-quality educational experiences for industry professionals
Topics include AI and skills; building safety; Net Zero; housing reform; the New Hospital Programme; The Procurement Act; insolvency; mental health; and culture change, to name but a few.
Keynote speakers include:
● Alison McGovern MP, Minister of State at the Department for Work and Pensions
● Tom Copley, Deputy Mayor of London for Housing and Residential Development
● Kevin Hollinrake MP, Shadow Secretary of State for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities
● Gideon Amos MP, Liberal Democrat Housing and Planning Spokesperson
● Contributors from a wide range of organisations including Aston Villa FC, Blenheim Palace, CCPi and The National Association of Women in Construction (NAWIC).
Big-name exhibitors
UKCW London will feature over 300 exhibitors, with live demonstrations, show exclusives and experts on hand to walk you through the latest developments and innovations. Confirmed names who’ll be exhibiting include JCB, Milwaukee Power Tools, Fisher Future heat, MERS, Rubberseal, O’Reilly Concrete, Kingspan, Viessman, Carrier/ Toshiba, Creagh Concrete, Conquip Engineering, Husqvarna, BRE Group, TATE, HSS HIRE, Beorol, Hahn Plastics, and Metrotile.
Networking
UK Construction Week (UKCW) provides extensive networking opportunities for industry professionals, including dedicated events and opportunities to connect with peers and industry leaders alike. These include the VIP Lounge; Opening Night Party – Wednesday 7th May, Central Bar; Women in Construction Networking event in partnership with NAWIC (National Association Of Women in Construction) – Friday 9th May 1pm, Culture Change and Skills Hub; BSF Safety Workshops – daily at 10.30am, Culture Change & Skills Hub. Specialist contractors looking to be added to construction project procurement solutions should head for the Buyers Lounge (Stand B760) where they will be able to speak directly with the Procurement Hub team alongside some of their key partners, including Savills, Willmott Dixon and Fortem, to find out how they can help deliver placemaking solutions.
The Offsite Show
After the success of its debut at UKCW London 2024, the Offsite Show will return in 2025 with a focus on sustainable technology and best practices for achieving Net Zero in the construction industry. This co-located event will attract over 5,000 high-quality visitors interested in offsite solutions, techniques, and related products and services.
Net Zero Trail
Another new feature for UKCW London, the Net Zero trail will highlight the latest eco innovations and ideas driving the construction industry towards a net zero future, which visitors can seek out across the UKCW show floor. It will guide visitors through the show to exhibitors who are paving the way for the construction industry’s transition to net zero emissions. They include:
● GGRS Energie
● GeoPura Ltd
● Ford
● Toyota
● Hahn Plastics
● Acoustics Innovation
UKCW Role Models
With a three category format which debuted last year, UKCW Role Models shines a spotlight on the industry’s professionals whose work and dedication may have previously gone unrecognised.
The shortlist will be announced at UKCW London (Culture Change & Skills Hub, Friday May 9th, 1pm), with the winner crowned at UKCW Birmingham (30 September – 2 October).
To register for UKCW London for free, visit https://forms.reg.buzz/ukcw-london-2025/cab-pr
* Visitors simply scan the QR code at the registration desk to register their attendance and claim the CPD points.
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