The UK's largest built environment event, UK Construction Week (UKCW), has officially opened its doors.

The event kicked off at the NEC in Birmingham on Tuesday, 03 October, and will continue until 05 October. 

Thousands of visitors have already walked through the doors with even more expected to visit.

The show features the latest innovation and technology, cutting edge equipment and a wealth of keynote speakers and educational sessions.

Robotics, sustainability and productivity are all being highlighted in the ever-popular Future Lab, a showcase of technology, disruptors and change-makers who are at the leading edge of innovation in the industry. Each product featured in the Future Lab shines a spotlight on the companies and individuals who are changing the status quo on the way we build. Discover products and solutions that promote new productivity, speed, quality, safety, sustainability and social cohesion in the sector.

With nine hubs located across nine show sections, UKCW Birmingham is a unique opportunity to hear from industry leaders, learn about the new wave of building methods, safety regulations, sustainability, digitalisation, mental health, EDI and more. The CPD Hub includes over 150 CPD hours across the three days.  

The latest developments and technology in Digital Construction are being showcased at UK Construction Week Birmingham with its best line-up yet. A dedicated Digital Construction Hub, sponsored by Oracle, is delving into key topics surrounding the digitalisation of the construction sector. Conversations are looking into opportunities in Robotics,  3D printing technologies, and how digital solutions can improve building safety. 


With the current reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) schools crisis dominating headlines, the issue of building safety is once again a major talking point - and a key focus for UK Construction Week Birmingham, where it will feature heavily across the event. The extensive building safety seminar, workshop and speaker programme is running for the duration of the show, and features many of the leading experts and key voices in the industry. 

Sponsored by HP Construction Services, The Robotics Theatre is located in the Digital Construction section at UKCW, and is showcasing solutions that will create a positive impact within the construction industry. There is a full demonstration timetable across the show, featuring robots on wheels, exoskeletons and giant robotic arms. 

The Culture Change Hub, in partnership with National Federation of Builders and supported by Building People, is focusing on improving employee wellbeing, better inclusivity within the built environment and tackling work-life balance and diversity. 

Mental health in construction is another key topic at UKCW Birmingham. Anita Malster, Owner of Blossom Training and Kate Walker, CEO of Diabetes Safety Organisation is hostingt Good or Ill: Mental & Physical Health in the industry. On the second day of UKCW within the CPD Hub Anita Malster will host another seminar - Are we talking about mental health or are we talking about life? Further seminars include Danny Clare, Commercial Director - National Federation of Builders, who hosts a debate on The Silent Pandemic, held within the Offsite Alliance hub. 

The path to Net Zero shows some of the latest technology innovations to lower carbon footprints in the built environment. This year, ZERO has collaborated with Natural Building Systems to create an exciting two-story stand that utilises leading ultra-low-carbon modular technology. The lounge, gallery and stand allows visitors to connect with the change-makers who are pushing the industry to achieve Net Zero. Exhibitors on the ZERO stand include Sterling DCS, GS1 UK, Natural Building Systems, Qualisflow, Hanson Plywood, Paperless Construction, Catalyst, Edify, 2050 Materials and Invicara.

Please feel free to engage with our team at Construction.co.uk who are delighted to be apart of this exciting event. We can also book a meeting with you, simply email stempleton@construction.co.uk to arrange a suitable time.