Six reasons to attend The UK Concrete Show…

We’re delighted to invite you to the 14ᵗʰ UK Concrete Show at the NEC Birmingham, where we’re looking forward to showcasing the very best that the concrete industry has to offer. Join us in Hall 17 at any time from 9am-5pm on Wednesday 25th March, or 9am-4pm on Thursday 26th March.

Register now for your FREE visitor ticket! 

 

1. Source new products & services from over 200 brands

With 20% year-on-year growth in exhibitor numbers, there’s even more choice for you this year from established market-leading brands and new entrants to the market. From volumetric trucks, batching plants and pumps to formwork, admixtures and low-carbon concrete, the exhibition is guaranteed to provide something new your business can benefit from for years to come.

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2. Be part of the debate

The Concrete Connect Seminar Theatre, located on the exhibition floor, will host a two-day programme of free-to-attend sessions featuring leading voices from across the sector. Topics include sustainable and lower-carbon concrete in practice, graphene-enhanced concrete from lab to site, precast innovation and concrete repair, digital monitoring and performance verification, and attracting, developing and retaining new talent in the industry.

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3. Discover what’s new and innovative

Returning for 2026, the New Product Hub showcases the latest innovations launched by exhibitors across the concrete sector. Visitors can explore a curated selection of new technologies, equipment and materials, highlighting the ingenuity of companies pushing the boundaries of innovation, sustainability and productivity.

   

Show attendees are also invited to vote for their favourite product included in the Hub, with the winner receiving the UKCS New Product Award, and featuring in ConcreteConnect.co.uk

 

 

4. Live Demo Zone

New for 2026, the Live Demo Zone will bring products and technologies to life on the show floor, giving visitors the opportunity to see equipment and solutions demonstrated in real time. Hosted throughout the two-day event, the programme will feature leading suppliers showcasing their latest systems, offering practical insight into performance, application and best practice.

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5. Recognising Emerging Talent

The show will also shine a spotlight on the next generation of industry leaders through the Emerging Talent Awards, delivered in partnership with The Concrete Society. Created to recognise outstanding young professionals making their mark across the concrete sector, the awards celebrate innovation, leadership and commitment to the future of the industry. Winners will be announced during the final session in the Concrete Connect Seminar Theatre from 2:30pm on Thursday.

 

6. Find Your Community

The Find Your Community area returns for 2026 as the hub for industry connections and support on the show floor. This dedicated space brings together partner organisations offering expert advice, industry insight and guidance for professionals across the concrete sector.

Visitors can learn more about the benefits of engaging with these organisations, from professional development and networking to technical resources and industry updates.

Whether you're looking to expand your network, explore career pathways or stay up to date with the latest developments in concrete, it’s the ideal place to connect with the wider industry.

 

 

Visiting The UK Concrete Show is easy and FREE…

The NEC, Birmingham is within 3 hours drive from 75% of the UK, and to make things even easier, parking is provided courtesy of the Organisers. Just follow the UK Concrete Show parking signs as you enter the venue.

And if you’re travelling by train, the NEC is located just a 5-minute walk away from Birmingham International Railway Station – which is just a 90 second air-rail link from Birmingham Airport, if you’re flying in. Full travel information can be found here.

Opening times

Wednesday 25 March:

09:00 - 17:00

Thursday 26 March: 09:00 - 16:00

Register now for your FREE visitor ticket!