UK Construction Week is gearing up for its milestone 10th anniversary edition from 7–9 May at ExCeL London—set to be its biggest and most expansive event yet.
10-year celebration
As part of their 10 year celebration, attendees will have the opportunity to explore the latest technology in Net Zero, discover leading green brands on the Net Zero Trail, and engage in crucial discussions on government regulations and the skills shortage affecting the construction industry at the brand-new Housing Action Hub.
ASBP at UK Construction Week
Visitors can enjoy the running panel on Reuse Now: Pioneering Circularity in Construction, and discover practical strategies and collaborative efforts driving sustainable practices in construction today.
Speakers include:
- Debbie Ward, Director, ASBP
- Laura Batty, Heyne Tillett Steel
- Ben Catrwright, Reusefully
- Andy Stammers, Optima
- With more to be announced!
When and where? Wednesday 7th May, 15:00-15:45, Net Zero Hub
Talks and seminars
The event will be home to over 300 world-class speakers, CPD sessions, and industry-leading workshops throughout the three days of construction celebration. The seminar programme will cover key themes such as procurement, retrofit, housing, skills shortages, social value, and innovation. These topics will be explored through dedicated hubs and expert panels, providing attendees with actionable insights and opportunities to collaborate.
On Day Two of UK Construction Week London (8th May), ASBP partner the National Retrofit Hub (NRH) will take over the Housing Action Hub. As a non-profit organisation uniting the retrofit community, NRH fosters collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and action-driven solutions. Visitors can engage in insightful fireside keynotes and panel discussions, gaining a deeper understanding of the future of retrofit and efficient homebuilding, with a focus on the latest regulations.
Speaker highlights
The seminar programme will showcase influential government figures and leading construction experts over the course of three days. Amongst the first set of keynote speakers attending UK Construction Week London are high-profile names such as Shadow Housing Minister Kevin Hollinrake MP and Tom Copley, Deputy Mayor of London for Housing and Residential Development.
Other keynote speakers announced to date include:
- Ron Lang, Construction Transformation Advisor, Infrastructure and Projects Authority (IPA) & Regional Director, AtkinsRéalis
- Julie Godefroy, Head of Net Zero, CIBSE
- Connor Storkey, Director of Sustainability, Brookfield Properties
- Chris Oldham, Senior Policy and Programme Manager, City of London
- David Philp, Chair, CIOS Innovation Panel
- Alan Heron, Director of Procurement, Places for People
- Andrew Watkin, Transport and Estates Development Manager, Aston Villa FC
- Amelia Woodley, ESG Board Director, Speedy Hire
Net Zero
Reaffirming its commitment to sustainability, UK Construction Week’s Net Zero Hub returns to highlight the latest eco innovations and forward-thinking solutions driving the construction industry toward a net zero future. This year’s key highlights include:
- The Skyline Skills Hub; a one-stop solution for tackling the green skills challenge in commercial buildings. Visitors can learn about the hub’s alignment with the Skills Taskforce for Rapid Decarbonisation, and how to get involved. With a published report and an action plan targeting results by 2025, this session highlights the importance of collaboration to drive meaningful change in the construction industry.
- CIBSE on Setting the Standard: The UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Pilot; visitors can discover the transformative potential of the UK Net Zero Carbon Buildings Standard (UKNZCBS), launched in September 2024 to unify the approach to net zero carbon in the built environment. The panel will share their experiences to showcase how this free-to-access framework provides robust, transparent guidelines for achieving net zero buildings, addressing upfront carbon, operational efficiency, and performance alignment with UK carbon reduction targets