As a business owner in the construction industry, it’s important to stay up to date with the latest technology and practices.
Industry events are a great opportunity to try out some of the latest tools and resources and network with other businesses and related industries.
These events also provide opportunities to learn new skills and improve your business processes.
This blog highlights some of the biggest and most valuable events for tradespeople taking place in 2023, including where they’re happening and what they offer to your business.
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Seminars & workshops:
Date: TBC
Industry: Plumbing & Electrical
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Cost: Free
Booking Site: https://www.phexshow.co.uk/
The event brings together manufacturers, suppliers, installers, and other professionals in the plumbing and heating sector, allowing them to present their latest products and services to the attendees.
PHEX is known for its informative seminars and workshops, where industry experts share their knowledge and experience with attendees.
Date: 7-9th March 2023
Industry: Construction, Electrical, Plumbing
Location: ExCeL London, One Western Gateway, Royal Victoria Dock, London, E16 1XL
Cost: Free
Booking Site: https://www.futurebuild.co.uk/
This event features over 500 exhibitors and attracts thousands of attendees, including architects, engineers, builders, and policymakers.
FutureBuild London features a wide range of seminars, workshops, and keynote speeches from experts in the field of sustainability, including topics such as energy efficiency, circular economy, and sustainable construction materials.
Date:
Speciality: Electrical
Location:
Cost: Free
Booking Site: https://elexshow.info/
ELEXSHOW features a range of seminars and workshops led by industry experts, covering topics such as electrical regulations, electrical safety, and industry best practices. Attendees can also browse exhibits featuring the latest tools and technologies for electricians.
Date: 15-16th March 2023
Industry: Construction
Location: Birmingham - Hall 17, The NEC Birmingham, Pendigo Way, Marston Green, Birmingham, B40 1NT
Cost: Free
Booking Site: https://concreteshow.co.uk/
The UK Concrete Show is the largest event in Europe dedicated to the concrete industry. The event features over 200 exhibitors and attracts thousands of attendees, providing an opportunity to attend seminars and workshops and view live demonstrations.
The UK Concrete Show covers a wide range of topics, including concrete design, concrete production and application, as well as new technologies and innovations in the field.
Date: 29-30th March 2023
Industry: Construction, Electrical, Plumbing
Location: Belfast - Titanic Belfast, 1 Olympic Way, Queen’s Road, Belfast, BT3 9EP
Cost: Free
Booking Site: https://www.bepex.ie/bepex-belfast-new/
BEPEX Belfast is an essential trade show in the UK for professionals in the building, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC industries. The event provides manufacturers, suppliers, and installers a platform to showcase their latest products and services, plus the opportunity to attend seminars and workshops, and network with other industry professionals.
Date: 19 - 20th April
Industry: Building, Timber, Plumbing, Electrical
Location: Coventry - Coventry Building Society Arena, Judds Lane, Longford, Coventry, CV6 6AQ
Cost: Free
Booking Site: https://www.nmbs-exhibition.co.uk/
Hosted by the National Merchant Buying Society, this event provides a unique opportunity for merchants, suppliers, and manufacturers to promote some of their latest tools and technologies to many service businesses.
With over 280 different exhibitors, it’s a great opportunity for service professionals to browse exhibits, attend seminars and network with other tradespeople.
Date:
Industry: Construction
Location:
Cost: Free
Booking Site: https://twcs.wales/
The Welsh Construction Shows are the largest trade exhibitions in Wales.
The shows feature over 70 exhibitors showcasing new products and services, informative seminars by UK experts, live demonstrations of new products, exclusive show deals, construction industry developments, and opportunities to make new connections and find new suppliers.
Date: 27-29th June 2023
Industry: Plumbing & Electrical
Location: NEC, National Exhibition Centre, North Avenue, Marston Green, Birmingham, UK
Cost: Free
Booking Site: https://www.installershow.com/
This three-day event brings together installers, manufacturers, suppliers, and other professionals in the plumbing industry, allowing them to exhibit the latest products, technologies, and techniques in the field.
Attendees can attend seminars and workshops, view live demonstrations and network with other industry professionals.
Date: 19-20th September 2023
Industry: Construction
Location: Coventry - Coventry Building Society Arena, Judds Lane, Longford, Coventry, CV6 6AQ
Cost: Free
Booking Site: https://www.offsite-expo.co.uk/
With over 100 exhibitors, this event brings together professionals from across the sector, including architects, engineers, contractors, and manufacturers, providing them with a platform to present and discuss innovative solutions for creating high-quality, sustainable buildings.
Date: 15-16th November
Industry: Construction
Location: London - Olympia London, Grand Hall, Hammersmith Rd, London, W14 8UX
Cost: Free
Booking Site: https://www.londonbuildexpo.com/welcome
London Build Expo features hundreds of exhibitors, covering a wide range of topics, including construction materials, sustainability, BIM, and more. The event also offers attendees the opportunity to attend seminars, workshops, and networking events, led by industry experts.
Date: 24th March 2023
Industry: Plumbing
Location: Bristol - Engine Shed, Station Approach, Temple Meads, Bristol, BS1 6QH
Cost: £228.23
This Profit First event for plumbers features the Profit First UK representative Tim Seymour, a leading business accounting expert, who will share his game-changing approach to managing money and making profit.
Additionally, the event includes a marketing and sales master class, step-by-step insights into process systematisation and a session on automatisation for plumbing businesses, plus exclusive free access to the Built To Last online course.
Date: 15th May 2023
Industry: Plumbing
Location: London - Royal College of Physicians, 11 St Andrews Pl, London NW1 4LE
Cost: £25 - £80 (including dinner)
Booking Site: https://www.plumberscompany.org.uk/event/the-plumbers-lecture-2023/
An annual lecture, 2023's edition will feature a debate on the various routes individuals can take to start a career in the plumbing and heating industry. The discussion will focus on the benefits of paid apprenticeships versus university and the variety of pathways available to those starting their careers in the industry.
The keynote speakers include high-profile industry leaders, such as Carl Arntzen, CEO of Worcester Bosch, Kevin Wellman, CEO of the Chartered Institute of Plumbing and Heating Engineering, and Neil Collishaw, CEO at BPEC.
Date: 4th July 2023
Industry: Tradeswomen
Location: London - The Great Hall, London Met University, 166-220 Holloway Road, London, N7 8DB
Cost: Free (for tradeswomen) - £60 (general admission)
Booking Site: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/wit-2023-tickets-530670067457
The Women Installers Conference offers a unique opportunity for women in the industry to network, share experiences, and learn from each other through a range of workshops and seminars.
The event also features keynote speakers from the industry and beyond, who share their experiences and insights on topics ranging from business development to health and safety
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