Innovate UK Futurebuild Connects 1-2-1 Meetings

As part of the Futurebuild 2026, Innovate UK is hosting 1-2-1 meeting sessions where you will have the opportunity to connect with key decision-makers and industry experts from the UK and internationally, in an organised setting on the same day.

Innovate UK is excited to bring together businesses working in sustainable materials, construction and circular economy in the build industry.

Futurebuild 2025 was a resounding success, with over 9,000 unique specifier visitors attending  and 250+ exhibitors in attendance.

Held annually at London’s Excel, it connects industry decision-makers, disruptors and changemakers to explore materials, solutions and ideas shaping a better built environment.

You must also register for the free Futurebuild ticket to gain entry to the show and matchmaking area: Futurebuild London | The future of the built environment

As delegates or exhibitors you can set aside time to highlight your business during one-to-one meetings. You can share your knowledge to build collaborations, capitalise on UK and international opportunities and discover innovative developments in the world of sustainable construction and new materials.  

Specifically you can:

• Raise awareness of your products and services

• Discover market opportunities, barriers and crucial insights

• Build and discover relationships with potential business partners

• Learn key ideas to drive growth, collaboration and economic advantage

• Meet with Innovation & Growth Specialists to advise on growth support

To maximise the opportunity, you must prepare an online profile before the day to showcase your products and services and pre-book your one-to-one meetings. On the day of the event, you will attend your 20-minute meeting appointments in person.

Only pre-booked meetings will take place on the first day of the Futurebuild, 3rd March 2026, it is not possible to book meetings on the day.

If you cannot attend face to face at Futurebuild, we offer you the opportunity to meet online on 4th and 5th March. However, we would strongly encourage you to visit the show live.

We highly recommend registering and booking meetings quickly to avoid disappointment.

The matchmaking event is open to anyone with a vested interest in the UK Construction sector and adjacent sectors.

We also welcome professionals across other sectors who wish to learn more about UK Construction and Sustainable Construction; sectors of high relevance are:

• Materials

• Advanced Manufacturing

• Renewable Energy

• Green Innovation

• Circular Economy

• Social Sustainability

• Placemaking & Resilient Infrastructure

Networking opportunities: The event provides a great opportunity to meet and connect with like-minded individuals, as well as experts in your field. You can make valuable connections that can help you grow your career or business.

Knowledge sharing: The event features expert speakers who share their insights and knowledge on a particular topic. This can provide attendees with new ideas, perspectives, and strategies that they can apply to their work or personal life.

Build brand awareness: If you're a business owner or entrepreneur, attending the event can be a great way to build brand awareness and connect with potential customers or clients.

Explore new products and services: The event showcases new products and services that are relevant to the industry or field. By attending it, participants can learn about these products and services, as well as compare and evaluate them.

Have fun: Lastly, the event will be a lot of fun! It offers a chance to get out of the office or home, socialize with others, and enjoy new experiences. Attending it can be a great way to break up the routine and do something different.

We welcome professionals looking to connect on sustainable construction, innovation, and net zero delivery. Relevant sectors include:

• Sustainable Building Materials

• Modern Methods of Construction & Advanced Manufacturing

• Renewable & Smart Energy Solutions

• Green Technology & Innovation

• Circular Economy & Resource Efficiency

• Social Value & Community Impact

• Resilient Infrastructure & Placemaking

Explore the Emergent Sustainable Built Environment Materials (ESBEM) Innovation Network, a platform by Innovate UK Business Connect supporting collaboration and innovation in low-impact construction materials. Learn more and get involved: ESBEM