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Thursday 27 November 2025 | Hilton Metropole London

TechFest Awards 2025 - Entries are now open

The TechFest Awards are back for 2025! Powered by Construction News and New Civil Engineer, this year’s awards will spotlight the most groundbreaking projects, teams, and innovations driving digital transformation in the built environment. Celebrate the visionaries redefining the industry and be part of an evening of inspiration and recognition.

TechFest is the ultimate one-day festival showcasing the technologies and innovations transforming civil engineering and construction. Throughout the day, industry leaders will share insights on digital advancements, automation, and cutting-edge low carbon solutions driving progress. Then, as the sector continues to develop, the evening awards ceremony will honour the pioneering projects, teams, and companies leading the way. The TechFest Festival is certainly one not to be missed!

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Really important for us to have a presence here so people know what we are doing and can also see the good work we are doing.

John Grifiths, Head of Business Development, KISTERS Group

Excellently executed and brilliantly thought provoking.

James Bishop, National Digital Technology Manager, Wates Group

I liked the more intimate approach. It was easy to navigate and meet others. The headphones meant it was easy to hear the speakers and have conversations away from the stages. The dinner and awards were excellent.

Karen Alford, Digital and Data Standards Manager, Environment Agency UK

Great way to be able to really get in the same room and talk about technology and how we can implement it in the industry.

Jona Schmidt, Construction Engineer, Shape Construction

The scale of the event means we get to talk to so many more people than at other events and also the calibre is very valuable.

Tom Bartley, Director of Civil Infrastructure, Mind Foundry

Great place to collaborate and drive forward sustainable solutions for the industry.

Mark Oleksik, Customer Support Manager, GeoPura

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Attendees

15+

Sponsors/Exhibitors

Awards

Expert Speakers

Why it matters?

97% of construction professionals expect to see increased investment in digitisation at their companies over the next three years

What is the impact?

8/10 in the sector think digital transformation is relevant to their organisation and role

Why is the event relevant?

3x Global investment in Contech tripled in 2020-2022 compared to the three previous years

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TechFest 2025, powered by Construction News and New Civil Engineer, will provide a compelling day of content that moves beyond a traditional conference, highlighting the forward-thinking application of technology as well as innovation in the design.

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Festival programme

Our one-of-a-kind event - the festival programme moves beyond a traditional conference with a variety of interactive activities, tech labs, talks and innovation sessions.

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Become a sponsor

The TechFest Awards represents firms that are driving the industry forward: through exceptional business leadership; cultural change; and delivering for society in the UK and worldwide through key civil/ground engineering and construction sectors.

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Ready to Disrupt? Showcase Your Breakthrough!

The Innovation Accelerator category is your chance to shine! If you're a start-up or SME pioneering new technology that’s transforming the construction and civil engineering industry, this is the platform for you.

We’re seeking agile, forward-thinking businesses that are making waves and driving real change in the sector. Whether you're a young company or one on the rise, if you have a vision for growth and a game-changing solution, we want to hear from you.

Shortlisted entries will not only be judged live on the main conference stage on 27 November, but they’ll also receive a complimentary stand in the Innovation Alley—an incredible opportunity to showcase your breakthrough to the industry’s top players.

Don't miss out—take the next step and accelerate your impact!

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Net Promoter Scores

2024

Our 2024 Net Promoter Score highlights strong positive feedback, with 85% saying they would recommend attending the event to a colleague.

Invaluable for the Construction and Engineering Industries

With technologies and innovations available to the construction and engineering industries proliferating more quickly than ever, the landscape can be somewhat bewildering. This event will help cut through the confusion to help firms make better investments.

Colin Marrs, Construction News, Editor

Bringing together of the whole construction and civil engineering sector presents an opportunity for companies to showcase and experience the innovations and technologies driving the industry forward and ensures we are sharing the best ideas right across the sector too.