Call for Papers: Lead the way at the 2025 UK Concrete Show's Seminar Programme!
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Highlights from the Wednesday and Thursday seminar content at the 2024 UK Concrete Show
We’re excited to invite you to share your expertise at the Concrete Connect Seminar Programme during the 2025 UK Concrete Show, happening on 26-27 February at the NEC Birmingham.
Building on the success of last year’s show, this is your opportunity to contribute your knowledge and make a lasting impact on the UK’s concrete construction sector. Help shape the future of the industry by submitting your proposal for one of the following themes:
Repair and maintenance: protecting our built environment
The scope of repair and maintenance is expanding beyond just structural applications. We’re seeking insights into everything from concrete scanning and injection techniques to waterproofing systems and repair mortars. Whether it's addressing deterioration in infrastructure, industrial flooring, or other assets, your expertise in concrete care can help maintain and extend the life of our built environment.
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Ready for the revolution: from drive-throughs to electric mixers and anti-roll technology
The ready-mix concrete sector is undergoing a revolution, with innovations such as drive-through batching plants, all-electric mixer trucks, and advanced anti-rollover safety technologies. If you’re working in these areas — whether it’s about cutting carbon footprints or increasing operational safety — we want to hear how your work is shaping the future of concrete logistics and production.
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Sustainable concrete solutions for a greener tomorrow
As the industry moves towards the Net Zero 2050 goal, lower-carbon concrete is becoming a priority. Major players including Aggregate Industries (ECOPac) Tarmac (CEMO), Cemex (Vertua), Heidelberg (EcoCrete) and Breedon (Breedon Eco™) are leading the charge, with a plethora of innovations from other companies like Fortera, Recycl8 and Seratech making an impact too. If you’re working on sustainable materials or products, share your developments and innovations with us.
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Attracting and retaining talent: education, training, and the power of people
Our panel discussion will explore how businesses can attract, train, and retain the next generation of concrete professionals. In this people-first industry, talent development is key. Share your experience and strategies for developing skilled teams, offering career growth, and creating opportunities that drive the concrete industry forward.
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Spotlight opportunities: award-winning designs and innovative projects
We’re offering a limited number of spotlight slots to showcase award-winning projects or standout concrete designs. These sessions provide a unique opportunity to highlight exciting projects that demonstrate innovation and excellence, along with the associated products or exhibitors involved. Whether it's groundbreaking design or a cutting-edge solution, your project could inspire the industry.
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Participation in the 2025 UK Concrete Show’s Seminar Programme will elevate your professional profile and contribute to the collective knowledge of the concrete community. Presentations should be no longer than 20 minutes to allow for interactive Q&A and panel discussions.
Submit your proposal by Friday 15 November. We look forward to featuring you as an integral part of this event!
