Just 1 week until the EFCA International Conference on 23 May in Madrid

Only one week left until our Annual Conference in Madrid! Join us for a day packed with learning and discussion focused on the EU Blue Deal. From strategies to mitigate climate change's impact on oceans to the role of water-based renewable energy sources, we will be emphasising just how much water is a cross-cutting theme in 2024. Don't miss out on the opportunity to network with leading industry experts and to help contribute to a greener future.

See you there!

Further information is available here.

 

EFCA Future Leaders Day: Shaping the Future of Sustainability and Innovation
On 24 May, the EFCA Future Leaders Network convenes for its annual Future Leaders Day at the IXEC Headquarters in Madrid. This event serves as a dynamic platform for industry experts, innovators, and future leaders to engage in insightful discussions on the urgent issue of sustainability from various angles. From analysing Spain's sustainability landscape to tackling material overuse across Europe, the Future Leaders Day will be exploring diverse perspectives. Moreover, participants will delve into the realm of technology and innovation, specifically focusing on the potential of AI and BIM in Spain. How can these cutting-edge technologies transform the way we approach construction and engineering projects?

More information is available here.

 

Can technology impact construction safety culture?

This afternoon, EFCA's Director General, Sue Arundale will take part in a panel discussion as part of a webinar hosted by KHL & Intelex on exploring the various ways digital technology can improve construction’s safety record.

The construction industry has long been associated with hazardous working conditions, but a recent surge in fatalities has sparked calls for immediate action. The debate will be centred around delving into the impacts of technology on areas such as:

• Incident reporting
• Safety training and education
• Utilising AI to reduce risk
• Building stronger safety cultures

We look forward to hearing the insights of all participants to help further the conversation to take the initial steps towards establishing a safer and more secure work environment for your construction team. Register and access the webinar here.

 

EFCA President to speak at FIEC-EIC SPRING CONFERENCE

On May 17, EFCA President Inés Ferguson will speak at the FIECE-EIC Spring Conference in Brussels. With a focus on Building the Change: How Can Construction Lead the Way to 2050, the conference will explore the industry's role amidst the upcoming European Elections 2024. Ines' intervention will spotlight on Strategic Procurement to Deliver EU Global Gateway Investments, emphasising the need for effective tools to align with EU's ambitious policies. More information is available here.