Digital Construction Week (DCW) marked a milestone year as it celebrated its 10th anniversary with a record-breaking show at Excel London on 4-5 June 2025.  

The event welcomed more than 9,000 attendees over the two days, and 7,100 unique attendees, a 4% year-on-year increase.

With 230 sessions across 10 dedicated stages, and 150 exhibitors showcasing the latest in digital AECO, the show firmly cemented its position as the UK’s leading event for innovation and technology in the built environment.

Visitors travelled from far and wide – including Malaysia, Finland and Australia – to experience two days of future-focused content, hands-on demos, and networking.

“You could feel the energy from the moment you walked in”

This year’s show pulled out all the stops with a series of standout features that captivated attendees and celebrated the evolution of the sector.

A full-size DeLorean wowed crowds and set the tone for a show that looked both backward and forward, while the Crystal Wall invited visitors to share their visions for the next 10 years of digital construction. The 10th Anniversary Drinks Reception brought the community together to reflect and connect, and the Throwback Photo Competition crowned several lucky winners in a nod to DCW’s decade-long journey.

Meanwhile, the Oracle Red Bull Racing Simulator was a crowd favourite, offering a challenge that combined cutting-edge engineering with friendly competition.

“The atmosphere at Digital Construction Week was palpable,” said David John Varghese, Principal Engineer at AtkinsRéalis.

“Beyond the impressive software and hardware demonstrations, there was a strong undercurrent of conversation focused on implementation, adoption, and the cultural shifts necessary to make these technologies truly effective.”

“I was struck by the energy, the expertise and the sheer commitment on display to driving better construction outcomes and greater productivity through technology,” said Cliff Smith, Executive Director of the Get It Right Initiative 

“This is where the real conversations happen”

Across the theatres, a packed programme of talks tackled the big issues shaping the future of the built environment. From digital twins and AI to sustainability, digital operations, smart buildings, and information management.

Speakers from across the sector – major contractors and their clients, startups and academic leaders – shared bold and practical insights into how technology is transforming the way we design, build, operate, and maintain our assets.

“DCW has consistently served as more than just a conference. It’s a vital hub for learning, a platform for sharing both successes and setbacks, and an invaluable space for connection,” shares David Philp, Chief Value Officer at Bentley Systems.

“It’s where theoretical concepts meet practical application, where innovators inspire, and where the collective ambition to build better is palpable.”

Jonathan Hunter, Chief Executive Officer at Eleco, reflects, “DCW 2025 was a testament to the industry’s commitment to embracing digital transformation and innovation – paving the way for a more efficient and sustainable future in construction.”

“The best minds and the best tech – all in one place”

The exhibition floor featured an impressive line-up of leading solution providers and technology pioneers, including 1Breadcrumb, Autodesk, Bluebeam, Causeway Technologies, IFS, Man and Machine, Nemetschek SE, Oasys, Proicere Digital, Procore, Qualis Flow, Relatics, Solibri UK, WSP – alongside dozens of first-time exhibitors and innovative startups in the Start-up Village.

“Being able to inspire the next generation of people coming into the industry has been fantastic. The event of the year,” Matt Cox, Senior Account Manager at Bentley Systems shares from the show floor.

Dan Rossiter FCIAT, Sector Lead at BSI said: “What makes Digital Construction Week truly special is seeing my friends and colleagues.  No event brings us together better than DCW.” 

“Roll on Digital Construction Week 2026!”

Since launching in 2015, Digital Construction Week has become the UK’s leading event for digital innovation in the built environment.

Event Director, Karolina Orecchini sums it up perfectly: “DCW 2025 was a celebration of how far we’ve come over the last decade, and a powerful reminder of why this event matters. We owe this year’s success to our incredible exhibitors, speakers, and community. Their energy, insight, and willingness to collaborate are what make DCW so impactful. This show has always been about pushing the industry forward together and this year proved just how much we can achieve when we do.”

Plans are already underway for 2026, promising even more opportunities and inspiration on the 3-4 June at Excel London.

Building on the momentum of DCW 2025, the team is heading to Manchester for the second edition of Digital Construction North. Taking place on 19 November 2025 at Manchester Central, the one-day event will bring together leading voices, emerging tech, and regional expertise to drive digital progress in the built environment.

Find out more and register your interest at: www.digitalconstructionnorth.com