The countdown’s on for Digital Construction North (DCN) and registration is now open!

Returning for its second year, the must-attend event is set to unite 1000+ AECO professionals from across the North on 19 November at Manchester Central. They’ll come together for one jam-packed day celebrating innovation in the built environment.

The free-to-attend event features 50+ exhibitors, 50+ sessions across 5 theatres and 8 hours of CPD, making it an essential event in the community’s calendar.

Visitors will get the opportunity to be part of a range of interactive sessions, including keynotes, hands-on demonstrations, live product launches, and podcast recordings, making it an unmissable event for anyone invested in the future of construction.

The event comes after the resounding success of last year’s debut, with many praising its content-rich agenda and role in advancing the digital transformation conversation for AECO in the North .

Event Director, Karolina Orecchini, comments “Last year’s debut of Digital Construction North in Manchester exceeded our expectations, proving there’s a real appetite in the North for a dedicated showcase of AECO innovation. This year, we’re building on that momentum and bringing together the brightest minds, boldest ideas, and most transformative tech that’s helping power the North’s levelling-up and construction boom.”

Discover innovations shaping the built environment

Digital Construction North (DCN) will feature 50 leading built environment brands showcasing the latest technological solutions, including digital twins, augmented reality, information management, automation, AI, drones, and robotics . And the exhibitors? Expect names like Elecosoft UK, Glider Technology, IFS UK, Revizto and Trimble UK. Visitors are set to meet the brains behind these technologies and learn how they can enhance efficiency, sustainability, and profitability in their businesses.

Get inspired and learn from the education programme

DCN will host a series of free-to-attend talks, panel discussions, and interactive workshops across five dedicated theatres.

Over 75 industry experts are gearing up to share their insights on the latest trends and challenges in architecture, construction, engineering, and operations.

Key topics will include business efficiency, change management, winning work, standards, information management, AI, BIM, asset management and more.

Vicki Reynolds, Technical Director – Digital Estates, One Creative Environments, comments:
“I thoroughly enjoyed Digital Construction North. It was especially great to see the Women in BIM panel so well attended, catch up with friends and colleagues who I haven’t seen for a while, and watch some engaging and thought-provoking presentations.”

Join your AECO community

Digital Construction North (DCN) isn’t  just an event; it’s a hub for networking and knowledge-sharing. Attendees will have opportunities to forge new connections and collaborate on innovative solutions.

Northern AECO communities and interest groups are encouraged to host meetups and special events around the show, with more information on how to participate to be shared soon .

“It was fantastic to see the North getting some well-deserved attention in the digital construction space. The energy and insights were inspiring, and it was great to catch up with some familiar faces,” – Dominic Sibbring, Managing Director at Digital Engineering Studio.

Don’t delay, register now

Register here to be part of the North’s essential industry event. Please note that due to venue capacity, tickets for Digital Construction North are limited. All registrations go through a vetting process, and places will be approved on a first-come, first-qualified basis. This event is only for AECO professionals from the North who are directly involved in project delivery. Registrations from vendors or students will be rejected.

Digital Construction North | Manchester Central | 19 November 2025