Meet the Speakers at The UK Concrete Show 2025

This year, the UK Concrete Show will return to Birmingham’s NEC from 26 to 27 February and offers a unique opportunity for professionals to network, share best practice and do business. 

For 2025, the Concrete Connect Theatre has been expanded to 30 speakers; broadcaster Susannah Streeter returns to host six sessions spanning over two days. Gain invaluable insights and join the debate with each session concluding with a panel and live Q&A with the audience.

Wednesday 26 February

10:25–12:30 Sustainable concrete solutions for a greener tomorrow 

As the industry moves towards the net-zero 2050 goal, lower-carbon concrete is a priority. This session explores: key technologies driving decarbonisation across the UK cement and concrete sector; the importance of collaboration across the supply and contractor chain if targets are to be achieved; and shines a spotlight on the latest research projects creating innovative solutions for a greener tomorrow.

13:00–14:00 Graphene in concrete: performance, sustainability and commerciality 

Hosted by The Graphene Council and featuring the latest advancements in graphene-enhanced concrete technology. This session will include presentations from industry leaders Versarien and Concretene, showcasing their commercially developed solutions.

14:00–14:25 Digitalisation spotlight 

Digitalisation of ready-mixed concrete is now a reality with collaboration between the contractor and producer allowing optimisation of mix designs to meet performance criteria, while reducing the overall carbon value of the concrete. In this session, we will discuss the delivery of CEVO Digital and Tarmac’s first trial of MixAI with Getjar on a Mace project known as Belgrove House in King’s Cross.

15:00–16:20 Repair and maintenance: protecting our built heritage 

From concrete scanning, structural applications and injection techniques to waterproofing systems and repair mortars, the management of concrete repair and maintenance is being increasingly driven by sustainability. Whether it’s addressing deterioration in infrastructure, industrial flooring, or other assets, expertise in concrete care can help maintain and extend the life of our built environment.

Thursday 27 February

10:30–11:30 Ready for the revolution

From drive-throughs to eMixers The ready-mixed concrete sector is undergoing a revolution as innovation delivers greater productivity and more sustainable, lower-carbon outcomes. Find out about the latest ‘drive-through’ technology that can offer more bespoke self-service solutions. Discover how major producer Tarmac is leading the electrification charge by overcoming the barriers holding back the widespread adoption of eMixers.

11:45–12:50 Spotlights Session 

Developed by Imperial College, find out: about Kiacrete – a new puddle-free pavement technology embracing the challenges of climate change; understand the benefits of using sophisticated liquid systems; and attract new customers for your business with invaluable tips from a digital marketing consultancy.

13:00–14:00 Digital monitoring and measurement of fresh concrete 

The adoption of digital measurement and monitoring can provide improved visibility and traceability to drive quality and productivity improvements and associated cost reductions. Reduction in plant/person interface adds safety benefits; reduced wastage and efficient use of resources bring sustainability benefits. Digital monitoring systems provide the real-time measurement and recording of fresh concrete properties such as temperature, air content and consistence. These calibrated, digital systems may also be capable of adjusting concrete properties such as the addition of water or admixtures to correct consistence. Hosted by the CEO of The Concrete Society, Claire Ackerman, this session will share and discuss the latest guidance from the Concrete Society and i3P.

For more information, head to: https://concreteshow.co.uk/ukcs-news/meet-speakers-s2l9