Construction fairs not to be missed in 2024 in France

In 2024, several important fairs will take place in the construction sector. These events allow artisans and SMEs to discover new technologies, meet experts and develop their network.

Construction fairs play an important role for professionals in the sector. They offer a showcase for sharing innovations and strengthening the professional network. Being present at these events is essential to assert one's position and reputation.

Discover below the main events in the construction sector in France for the year 2024.

BIM World

BIM World is a major construction event in Europe. It focuses on the Digitization of the construction sector. BIM stands for “building data modeling.” This approach is at the heart of the show, whose aim is to help building companies in their digital shift. BIM World focuses on seven themes:

• BIM & interoperability,
• Digital construction & connected construction site,
• Cybersecurity & artificial intelligence,
• Decarbonization & sustainable development,
• Digital building & facility management,
• Digital Twins & infrastructures,
• Platform & smartdata.

The next session will be held on April 3 and 4, 2024 in Paris.

NordBat

Nordbat is the flagship lounge in the North. It brings together The entire building industry, from project owners to engineers, including companies and suppliers. The event attracts more than 370 exhibitors and nearly 13,000 visitors.

Participants can exchange with local and national actors. A space is dedicated to startups and a pavilion to networking. Nordbat focuses on exchange and conviviality, it offers innovative and personalized solutions.

The next show will take place on April 10, 11 and 12, 2024 in Lille and Alobees will be there.

Intermat

Intermat is another major exhibition dedicated to the construction sector. In particular, it highlights eco-responsible solutions and technologies. 1400 exhibitors and more than 170,000 visitors are expected. The event will cover five areas of expertise, namely:

• New technologies and energies,
• Excavation, demolition & transport,
• Roads, materials & foundations industries,
• Lifting & handling,
• Building, civil engineering & concrete industry.

It will be held from April 24 to 27, 2024 in Villepinte, at the Parc des Expositions.

EquipBay

Every two years, Equipbaie-Métalexpo brings together 20,000 experts in carpentry and metalwork. It is perfect for those looking for new partners and suppliers.

In 2024, the show decided to integrate Batimat. Equipbaie-Métalexpo will benefit from 44,000 m² dedicated to it, which is the largest sector of the event.

It will take place in Paris, from September 30 to October 3, 2024 (see below).

Batimat

Batimat is The leading construction trade fair. It offers numerous conferences and batitalks, information on new regulations and trends, demonstrations and events, as well as all the innovations in the sector.

With over 60 years of experience, Batimat attracts 100,000 visitors and 1,500 exhibitors. It now hosts Equipbaie-Métalexpo. Its approach to construction issues is based on four axes:

• Adaptation: adapt to a changing world,
• Innovation: innovating to change the world,
• Territories: global challenges and local solutions,
• Men & women in the building industry: cultivating shared values.

The show will take place from September 30 to October 3, 2024 in Paris, Porte de Versailles. Alobees will participate.

IBS: Intelligent Building Systems

IBS is an event that attracts around 7,000 visitors and 4,000 conference attendees. He describes himself as The performance salon tertiary, industrial and collective buildings.

The exhibition focuses on the following themes:

• GTB/CVC regulation,
• Energy performance,
• Digital transformation,
• Low carbon transition,
• Digital sobriety,
• BOS and BIM,
• Connectivity/interoperability,
• IoT and AI buildings,
• Building as a Service,
• ENR/energy storage,
• E-mobilities.

IBS is a place for discussing innovations. In particular, it aims to promote buildings that are connected, economical and environmentally friendly.

The next edition is scheduled on November 13 and 14, 2024 at the Porte de Versailles.

Calendar of construction fairs in 2024

Here is the list of the main construction fairs in 2024 (not exhaustive).

Why go to construction fairs in 2024?

Participate in construction fairs in 2024: offers significant advantages for professionals in the sector, whether they are at the head of a large company or a more modest structure. These events are an ideal platform for:

• Expand your professional network,
• Create new business opportunities (in France or abroad),
• Discover the latest innovations and trends in the building sector,
• Access specialized training courses and seminars,
• Get direct feedback from customers and construction professionals,
• Strengthen your business brand.

Visiting these fairs can therefore enrich your network and stimulate innovation within your company. They also allow you to stay in line with developments in the construction sector.