WHERE IT ALL BEGAN...
Birmingham, the Midlands, was the centre of the industrial revolution in the UK and the legacy of the city that built Great Britain continues with UK Construction Week.
The NEC in Birmingham was the birthplace of UK Construction Week in 2015 and the tradeshow has grown to become the UK's largest built environment event, held annually in the first week of October.
The halls of the NEC have been the key destination for the past 7 years for all in construction. There have been 1000s of international exhibitors showcasing 1000s of innovative products, materials and services and many more to come for our 100,000+ visitors.
UKCW is a catalyst for change in the sector as we gather the top speakers to panel our many seminar theatres to discuss and debates the issues affecting construction, and we believe this is where real change can happen.
New for this year
New launch Show: RCI Expo
The Roofing, Cladding & Insulation (RCI Expo) is set to debut at the internationally renowned UK Construction Week Birmingham 2024, attracting over 20,000 industry professionals from across the construction sector. This premier event, with a special focus on Tier 1 contractors in the roofing industry, promises to be a hub of innovation, collaboration, and unparalleled business opportunities.
Discover top brands including Insulfix, Easy-Trim, Frénéhard, SIG, Bové and many more.
Plus, hear from Marley, Britmet, NFRC, LRWA, Federation of Small Businesses & Wates across three days at the Roofing Hub.
When you attend, you can expect:
Roofing Excellence: Discover cutting-edge products and innovations. When you attend, you'll see the latest advancements in the roofing industry, positioning your brand at the forefront of the market.
Strategic Networking: Connect with industry decision-makers, CEOs, and managers. Take part in numerous opportunities to explore collaborations and seize diverse business prospects, ensuring you meet the right people to grow your business.
New launch show: Onsite On Hire
Where Hire Meets Construction
Explore the latest innovations, from advanced tools and compact equipment to the newest breakthroughs in battery technology, energy management, and renewable energy. Meet industry leaders like JCB, Makita, Milwaukee, Pramac, Probst, Trime, Altrad Belle, and AFC Energy, all driving progress in the field.
As part of UK Construction Week Birmingham, you'll gain access to over 300 exhibitors and a specially designed seminar programme, covering critical topics such as net zero, digitalisation, infrastructure, skills development, health and safety, and legislation.
Engagement with Experts: Take the opportunity to connect with industry experts and gain valuable insights into the future of equipment hire and its role in sustainable development.
Exploration of New Equipment: Discover and explore the newest tools and compact plant equipment that are setting new standards in the industry.
Insights into Innovations: Learn about the latest innovations and technologies that are driving the equipment hire sector forward, improving efficiency and promoting sustainability.
Net Zero Trail
New for Birmingham this year will be The Net Zero Trail. This exciting new feature is designed to showcase the latest innovations and sustainable practices driving the construction industry toward a net-zero future. Visitors can explore cutting-edge technologies, materials, and methods that are paving the way for environmentally responsible building practices.
Join us on this journey towards a greener, more sustainable future, and discover how you can be part of the transformation at UK Construction Week.Big Buyers Lounge
Join the Finditin Network’s BIG Buyers Lounge at UK Construction Week
Tuesday 1 October - Thursday 3 October 2024 | NEC | 10am - 5pm each day
This year we’re bringing you our very own ‘BIG Buyers Lounge’ - Your opportunity to meet with multiple buyers from big name construction companies.
- Book your place to meet our BIG buyers in the Finditin Network Lounge.
- One-to-one meetings with construction buyers.
- Complimentary refreshments.
- Exclusive invitations to networking events.
Free parking (For Finditin lounge attendees).
Live Demo Zone
*NEW for UK Construction Birmingham, will see the launch of the Live Demo Zone. Visitors to the show will be able to experience first-hand product performance and design.
Come to stand B760 to witness state-of-the-art products from Cambrian Civil Engineering, BRICSYS, Giromax, Ceresit, Be-Safe Technologies, Alpa Wall Print, Ideagen, Cromar Building Products, and more.
VIP Upgrade
Arrive at the event with priority access and parking, network with top decision-makers, share the VIP Lounge with industry influencers all washed down with a glass of bubbly and a space to work if you need to check your emails.
VIP pass benefits:
● VIP parking. Guaranteed parking space, closer to the venue entrance than the main car park for easy event access.
● Fast track entry when you arrive at the entrance to UK Construction Week
● Access to the VIP lounge
● Coffee, alcohol and soft drinks throughout the day
● Dedicated Wi-Fi network access in the VIP Lounge
Upgrade in your profile or select VIP when you register.
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"It’s been a really good show and we’ve had some great leads that could turn into major contracts for us, including some university and larger council projects. It’s our first UKCW and we’ve been happy with the amount of enquiries so far, so we’d absolutely come back again."
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"The mornings at the show have been jam-packed, and as a whole it’s been a really positive one for us. We’ve had a few decent enquiries - I’d say around 40% of which could be hot, relevant leads."
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“We’ve been coming to the show for two years and we always love the Birmingham one and find it brings us relevant construction contacts and leads. For us being present here is all about brand identity and the strong leads we’ve secured are simply a bonus.”
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“Our company has exhibited at UKCW before but this is my first time here. It’s been a good show with interesting talks and meetings with some great potential customers.”
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“It’s our first year exhibiting at UKCW and it really hasn’t disappointed. We wanted to exhibit at a show a few weeks out from our product launch, and after visiting and exhibiting at shows over the years, we think UKCW definitely ticks all the boxes when it comes to footfall, calibre of exhibitors - and Media10 were incredible to deal with.”
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“Absolutely outstanding. We’ve exhibited at UK Construction Week since it began in 2015 and this is the best footfall I’ve seen in five years. It’s a credit to the organisers and all they do to make the show successful for their exhibitors.”
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“There’s such a lot to see here you have to plan out where you need to be at what time which is great; there are eight of us here today who work in infrastructure at Rolls-Royce - we look after the site buildings and we want to go back after the show and say ‘this is what the industry is doing and this is what we need to explore"
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“We’re here with The National Robotarium to demonstrate to the wider construction industry the benefits of robotics and AI; we chose UKCW because of its scale, and its reputation to attract people who have a curiosity about what the future might look like."