Introduction
UK Construction Week 2025 returns to NEC Birmingham from September 30 to October 2, celebrating ten years of innovation and industry leadership. This landmark event brings together over 300 suppliers, industry experts and thought leaders, providing a first-hand look at innovations shaping the future of construction. This year’s show promises dynamic discussions, live demos and cutting-edge solutions, with a dedicated Digital Construction section spotlighting AI, cloud software, robotics, BIM, 3D printing and more.
Xpedeon is proud to participate in this milestone event as innovators in digital construction management software, helping streamline projects and empower construction businesses with cutting-edge technology.
Key Themes to Watch at UKCW 2025
UK Construction Week’s conference and feature stages offer a rich programme of thought leadership, technical insight and industry debate.
Here are the main themes driving this year’s agenda:
- Main Stage: Hear big-picture insights on UK construction policy, major infrastructure projects, skills development and strategies to address housing challenges. Sessions will feature key government figures and industry leaders driving the direction of the sector.
- Net Zero Stage: Explore practical solutions for decarbonising construction and embedding sustainability across the build cycle. The focus will be on low-carbon materials, energy efficiency and actionable steps towards the UK's net-zero 2050 target.
- Housing Stage: Discover the latest innovations aimed at tackling the housing crisis. Topics cover new approaches to affordable homes, regeneration projects, compliance with the Future Homes Standard and strategies for social housing.
- Roofing, Cladding & Insulation Stage: Gain technical knowledge about fire safety, insulation materials and building envelope advances. With evolving regulations and performance requirements, this stage will deliver vital updates for those involved in design and construction.
- Culture Change & Skills Stage: Dive into workforce development, wellbeing, diversity and fostering an inclusive culture in construction. Sessions will address recruitment, retention, training, mental health and building a future-ready workforce.
As each of these themes shapes the future of UK construction, Xpedeon’s digital solutions are uniquely positioned to support transformation across the board. Xpedeon supports this by delivering real-time data for policy compliance, automating sustainability metrics, streamlining project and housing workflows, safeguarding quality and safety within technical fields. Not only this but also empowering the workforce through connected, intuitive platforms. By uniting teams and processes on a cloud-first ERP system, Xpedeon enables construction businesses to adapt quickly, build efficiently and thrive in a fast-changing environment.
Digital Pathways: The Future of Construction
Digitalisation is the foundation of modern construction.
At UKCW 2025, expect to see the latest advancements that are turning construction sites into connected, data-driven ecosystems.
Technologies Driving Change
- AI & Automation: Automating repetitive tasks to improve productivity and reduce costly errors.
- Building Information Modelling (BIM): Enabling seamless collaboration from design to handover.
- Cloud-Based ERP Solutions: Unifying project data for real-time decision-making across teams and geographies.
- Drones & UAVs: Revolutionising site monitoring, inspections and safety management.
- 3D Printing & Modular Construction: Delivering precision, speed and reduced environmental impact.
This is where our mission comes to life; helping contractors and developers connect every stage of the project lifecycle, from tendering to closeout, within one end-to-end ERP platform.
If you’re looking to dive deeper into how these technologies are reshaping the construction landscape, our Data-Driven Construction Playbook offers valuable insights and practical steps to help you navigate this digital shift. It’s a handy resource to keep in mind as you explore the latest innovations at UKCW 2025.
Building Greener: Sustainability in Focus
Sustainability has become a regulatory and commercial necessity. The UK’s commitment to net-zero carbon by 2050, coupled with policies like the Future Homes Standard, is driving construction firms to embed greener practices into every stage of development.
Key sustainability trends to look out for:
- Net-Zero Construction: Integrating low-carbon materials and energy-efficient designs.
- Circular Economy Models: Reducing waste through recycling and reuse.
- Industrialised Construction: Off-site manufacturing to improve efficiency and minimise site disruption.
- Digital Twin Technology: Simulating performance to optimise resources and reduce rework.
Xpedeon empowers organisations to track, report and manage sustainability metrics, aligning compliance with business growth.
To explore how technology can help firms achieve these sustainability goals, read our latest blog: Why Construction ERP is the Unsung Hero of Sustainable Projects.
Where Xpedeon Delivers Maximum Impact
As UKCW 2025 focuses on digital transformation and sustainability, Xpedeon stands out as a trusted partner helping construction firms adapt, innovate and grow. Our cloud-based ERP platform empowers contractors, developers and housebuilders to stay ahead of regulatory changes while driving project efficiency.
1. Driving Digital Construction Excellence
The UK construction industry loses up to £21 billion annually due to delays, miscommunication and fragmented systems as per the UK Construction Industry Report 2025. With digital transformation accelerating, companies are rapidly adopting cloud-based ERP solutions to streamline workflows and gain real-time visibility across projects.
The construction ERP software market is projected to grow from USD 4.0 billion in 2025 to USD 8.4 billion by 2035, at a CAGR of 7.7%. Cloud-based solutions are expected to dominate, offering scalability and seamless integration across project management, procurement and financial modules.
— Global Construction ERP Trends, 2025
Xpedeon is at the forefront of this shift, providing a single, unified platform that connects every stage of the construction lifecycle; from tendering and procurement to financial management and handover.
Key Benefits you get with Xpedeon:
- 50% faster reporting through real-time data visibility across projects.
- Connected tendering to handover workflows, reducing manual errors and duplicated efforts.
- Mobile-friendly access for teams in the field, improving collaboration and decision-making.
Xpedeon gives contractors a single source of truth, enabling smarter, faster and more profitable construction projects.
2. Supporting the Net Zero Journey
With the Future Homes Standard and the UK’s 2050 net-zero target, compliance is now non-negotiable. Many firms struggle to track and report sustainability metrics accurately. Xpedeon automates this process.
Sustainability Benefits you get with Xpedeon:
- Automated carbon tracking across materials, workflows and supply chains.
- Clear, auditable compliance reports for regulators and stakeholders.
- Support for circular economy practices by tracking waste, reuse and recycling metrics.
- Greater visibility into resource allocation to minimise waste and energy usage.
Construction companies using Xpedeon’s sustainability modules see up to 30% fewer compliance risks and more efficient environmental reporting.
By uniting teams and processes on a single cloud-first ERP system, Xpedeon enables construction businesses to adapt quickly, build efficiently and thrive in a rapidly evolving market.
What You Should Take Away from UKCW 2025
UK Construction Week 2025 is an opportunity to absorb insights, benchmark strategies and identify solutions that can transform your business. Here’s what to focus on:
- Practical Insights from Industry Leaders
Attendees can learn how top contractors and developers are tackling workflow inefficiencies, sustainability targets and digital adoption. Understanding these case studies can guide your own strategies. - Emerging Technologies in Action
Seeing live demos of cloud-based ERP, AI tools, modular construction and digital twin technology helps you understand what actually works on-site and in the back office, versus theoretical possibilities. - Bridging the Gap Between Strategy and Execution
UKCW highlights how digital transformation is implemented in real projects, from planning to handover. Take note of best practices and pitfalls and evaluate how Xpedeon can help close that gap for your business. - Networking for Growth and Collaboration
Beyond technology, the event offers opportunities to connect with peers, potential partners and solution providers, which can accelerate innovation in your own projects. - Prioritising ROI in Digital Investment
With the construction ERP market projected to grow to $8.4B by 2035, understanding which digital solutions deliver measurable efficiency, cost savings and sustainability compliance is critical. Attendees can identify tools that provide the highest impact for their business.
Xpedeon will be there to demonstrate how our unified ERP platform empowers construction firms to deliver projects on time, on budget and with confidence.
Be sure to visit stand F10 and see how we’re helping contractors and housebuilders navigate the challenges of modern construction.
We’d love to meet you at UKCW 2025. Whether you’re looking to streamline workflows, tackle sustainability goals, or modernise your housing projects, our team is ready to show you how Xpedeon makes it possible.