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Join the leading international ConTech event in Paris – designed for construction professionals.
Explore the innovations transforming your industry.
Meet startups shaping the future of construction, attend high-level conferences, and connect with peers and key decision-makers.
The 8 Key Challenges Shaping the Future of Construction
The construction and public works sector is undergoing rapid transformation, driven by key innovation themes and groundbreaking technologies. Here are the 8 innovation themes redefining the industry
ENERGY
Integrating renewable energy solutions, enhancing energy efficiency, and designing sustainable buildings to reduce environmental impact and operational costs
PRODUCTIVITY
Adopting innovative technologies, optimizing workflows, and automating processes to reduce costs, improve efficiency, and meet growing project demands
WASTE
Reducing, recycling, and reusing materials, promoting circular economy practices, and minimizing environmental impact through innovative waste treatment solutions.
PREFAB & OFFSITE CONSTRUCTION
Enabling faster, more efficient, and cost-effective construction through prefabrication, modular design, and streamlined production techniques.
SAFETY
Wearable exoskeletons, real-time monitoring systems, and AI-driven risk assessments, reducing accidents and improving worker well-being.
MATERIALS
Reshaping the industry by improving durability, reducing environmental impact, and enabling more efficient building designs.
BIM
Enabling collaborative project management, improving design accuracy, streamlining workflows, and enhancing decision-making through digital 3D models and real-time data sharing.
DECARBONIZATION
Adopting sustainable building practices, using low-carbon materials, optimizing energy efficiency, and incorporating renewable energy solutions to significantly reduce the industry’s carbon footprint.
2025 speakers
Meet the thought leaders, innovators, and industry changemakers shaping the future of construction at Contech Connect.
Edward Woods
R&D and Innovation Director – Bouygues Construction
Rudy Ricciotti
Architecte
Celine Georges
Head of transformation & sustainable innovation – Eiffage Construction
Julien Villalongue
Managing Director – Leonard
Vladimir Vlahovic
Founder and managing director – Solventry
Viviane André
Women in ConTech
Victoire Saby
Project Director – SHoP Architects
Pascal Andries
CEO – Orisha Construction
Paco Gomez Escofet
Director – Barcelona Contech Hub
Nicolas Bellego
Director of Innovation – Icade
Loubna Bounoure
Artelia – Les SouterReines
Leonie Mathian
CEO – AmonAI
Stéphanie Bigeon Bienvenu
Managing Partner – Impulse Partners
Kevin Cardona
Director – Leonard
Marco Davalillo
Emea Sales Manager – Hewlett Packard
Julie Neuville
CEO – Matterup
Julien Fléchard
CO-Founder – BlocToBuild
Sophie Morris
Director of strategic accounts – Buildots
Juan Nieto Villamandos
Early Stage Construction Tech Invest – Zacua Ventures
Josselin Quignon
Innovation Director – NGE
Jonathan Williet
Startup investment & partnerships – Saint-Gobain EMEA
Jacques Ollivier
CEO – Orisha
Olivier Berthelot
DG – Maia Sonnier
Jerome Revy
CEO – Contech Connect
German Elera
Construction Technologist – Digital Bricks
François Pitti
CEO – Innovation Urbantech
Emmanuelle Carlier
CEO – Zen Modular
Christine Raynaud
Journalist – Cayola Medias
Guillaume Pradels
Sales Support Robotics – ABB
Nicolas Foucher
Leader Sales – One Point
Damien Bahon
Scale One – Bouygues Construction
Alban Peleszko
Founder – IOGA
2026 Contech Connect Award
A startup competition by Bouygues Construction, VINCI , Eiffage Construction, Zacua Ventures and International Contech Network rewarding the most promising innovation in construction.
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2025 Contech Connect Award Jury
Juan Nieto
GP & Founding Partner – Zacua Ventures
Cliff Fetner
International Contech Network
Pascal Andries
CEO – Orisha Construction
Kevin Cardona
Director – Leonard
Maxime Hugonnet
Head of Partnering Hub – Bouygues Construction
Celine Georges
Head of transformation & sustainable innovation – Eiffage Construction
Luis Amorim
Global Head of Open Innovation – Ferrovial Construction
Maxime Chamillard
Director Construction – Impulse Parners
Why Apply
- Pitch your solution in front of top-tier players in construction and tech
- Gain recognition from industry leaders and decision-makers.
- Meet investors, corporate partners, and clients all in one place.
- Present at Contech Connect in Paris in front of 500+ professionals.
- Be part of a new movement accelerating innovation in the built world.
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Who can apply ?
Startups under 5 years old, from any country, no geographical restrictions, at any stage of development: from MVP to growth-stage. With a solution addressing construction or built environment challenges, Innovations in areas like: offsite construction, decarbonization, safety, productivity, BIM, robotics, materials, energy, site waste, and more.
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Timeline
- April 14 – Contest opens
- April 14 to May 5 – Ongoing promotion and communication
- May 5 at midnight – Application deadline
- May 5 to May 9 – Pre-selection of 8 finalists by the jury
- May 13 – Finalists are invited to a 10-minute online pitch session, followed by jury deliberation
Our sponsors and partners
We are proud to collaborate with an incredible group of partners and sponsors who share our vision for the future of construction technology. Their support and expertise play a crucial role in making this event a success. Together, with the backing of these remarkable companies, we’re shaping the future of construction. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all of them for their continued support!.
2025 sponsors and partners
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