20th July 2026

As the industry enters a defining period, organisers of UK Construction Week Birmingham (NEC, September 29 to October 1) have unveiled a new theme for this autumn’s three-day show – The Construction Reset.

Centred around three core themes – Building Better, Building Smarter and Building Responsibly – UKCW Birmingham will present a clear focus on the issues and opportunities that matter most to construction today.

Central to The Construction Reset will be a refreshed Main Stage programme, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, clients, contractors, manufacturers and innovators to showcase what’s already working, where real progress is being made and the practical actions that can accelerate delivery, improve productivity, drive sustainability and unlock growth.

Confirmed topics include:

Build Better

The Construction Reset: What Needs to Change and What Happens if We Don’t
Futureproofing SME Builders: Surviving, Scaling, and Staying Competitive

Build Smarter

Redesigning Digital-First Construction: The New Industrial Revolution
AI in Construction: Reimagining How Real Applications Deliver Real Results

Build Responsibly

Reshaping the Future: Leadership Stories from UK Construction Week’s Role Models
Women in the Construction Mainstream Panel, Meet Up and Networking

The first tranche of confirmed speakers includes:

George Clarke, architect and TV presenter
Jackie Rigby, Assistant Director – Regeneration, Partnerships and Major Projects, Homes England
Tim Balcon, CEO, CITB
Sarah-Jayne Pizzie, Construction Deputy Director, Ministry of Justice
Desiree Blamey, Managing Director, Considerate Constructors Scheme
Emma Whigham, Alliance Operations Director, New Hospital Programme

Martin Hurn, UKCW Birmingham Editorial Director, said, “Based on feedback from our visitors, exhibitors and partners, we’re transforming the event from a traditional exhibition into a more connected, curated marketplace where the industry comes together to do business, discover innovation, build relationships and share practical solutions.

“At the heart of The Construction Reset at UKCW Birmingham will be connecting all of the elements of the supply chain to drive us forward – clients, contractors, consultants and suppliers.”

Sponsored by Wyre, HotelPlanner and Build Warranty, UKCW Birmingham will feature over 250 leading brands, 200 speakers and over 150 hours of CPD accredited seminars across four stages, alongside a series of built-for-purpose sections.

Face-to-face networking remains at the heart of the multi award-winning show, including insightful industry roundtables and meet the buyer sessions in the Build Connect Networking Lounge, with the exhibitor floor bringing it all together as visitors connect directly with suppliers and partners.

In order to find out more and to register free for UKCW Birmingham, click here.