Get ready to raise the roof as the UK’s only dedicated event for roofing, cladding, and insulation makes its highly anticipated return to UK Construction Week Birmingham
After the standout success of its debut last year, the RCI Expo returns to UK Construction Week Birmingham, running from 30 September to 2 October 2025 at the NEC, and it’s set to be bigger and better than ever.
Backed by the UK’s leading roofing association, the NFRC (The National Federation of Roofing Contractors), and The Rooflight Association, the RCI Expo brings together leading professionals, manufacturers and innovators for three action-packed days of CPD-accredited talks, live demonstrations, product launches, technical workshops and unparalleled networking opportunities.
The RCI Expo is a hands-on experience, giving visitors direct access to real products and the experts behind them. Whether you’re interested in flat roofing systems, thermal insulation, or the latest in waterproofing technology, RCI Expo will have something for you with an impressive line-up of exhibitors, including Rock Roofing Products, Don & Low, Idelco Insulation, Impervious Waterproofing, Harvey Roofing Products, Rubberseal, Licata, Cure-it Composites, G&B Northwest, and Stiga.
James Talman, CEO, NFRC, said: “NFRC is proud to partner with UKCW. The show is a vital platform for showcasing innovation, driving best practice and inspiring collaboration across the sector. As our sector rapidly evolves, events like this are more important than ever.”
Jon Shooter, marketing committee chair, The Rooflight Association, added: “We’re extremely pleased to be partnering with UK Construction Week. It will allow us to raise awareness, share knowledge, make new connections, and showcase the value of rooflighting as a vital part of the built environment.”
A must-visit for anyone involved in the roofing sector, RCI Expo features its own CPD-accredited* programme of workshops, expert-led presentations, panel discussions, and interactive sessions.
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The schedule of talks at UKCW include:
- The Innovation Imperative with NFRC: Transforming Training, Compliance, and Roofing Delivery (Tuesday 30 September): Led by the National Federation of Roofing Contractors (NFRC), this panel explores how contractor-led technological innovation, smarter compliance, and transformative training approaches can turn the tide on the critical skills shortage in the sector.
- Powering Up Skills, Standards, and Opportunities in Solar Installation with NFRC and MCS (Tuesday 30 September): This session explores the accelerating solar revolution – driven by the Future Homes Standard and Warm Homes Plan – through insights from roofing and electrical firms that have moved into solar, covering key lessons on training, accreditation, cross-trade collaboration, alongside updates on evolving regulations and upcoming legislative changes.
- Insolvency in the Supply Chain: Protecting Your Business in the Roofing, Cladding & Insulation Sector (Tuesday 30 September): With ongoing economic uncertainty, insolvency risks are rising – especially in high-risk, materials-dependent sectors like roofing, cladding, and insulation. This talk led by Money Advice Trust will explore how to spot early warning signs of financial difficulty, what steps to take to protect your business, and how to manage risk when suppliers or contractors face collapse.
- Raising the Bar: Innovation and Safety in Access Solutions (Wednesday 1 October): Led by The Scaffolding Association, this panel will explore how cutting-edge innovations in access systems are transforming safety standards across roofing, cladding, and insulation works, showcasing new technologies, materials, and best practices that reduce risk and increase efficiency on construction sites.
Face to face networking will also continue to take centre stage at the multi award-winning show, with a dedicated show app to help delegates book meetings in advance, alongside roundtable sessions and the Build Connect Networking Lounge.
Neil Gaisford, divisional director, construction, commented: “Roofing, cladding and insulation are all key elements of any building project, so RCI Expo plays a fundamental role at UK Construction Week – not least keeping visitors up to date with the latest legislation, technology and products. This autumn’s show promises to be the go-to platform for insight, collaboration, and leadership.”
Alongside over 300 leading brands from around the world, UKCW Birmingham will feature 200 speakers and over 150 hours of CPD accredited seminars and talks across five stages.
Visitors to UKCW can also elevate their experience with an exclusive VIP Pass for just £99 per day. The pass allows VIP guests to skip the queues with fast-track entry, relax in the exclusive VIP Lounge with complimentary coffee, a range of alcoholic and soft drinks, and a dedicated Wi-Fi network throughout the day. Free parking at the venue is also included in the purchase of the ticket.
To register for UKCW Birmingham for free, visit https://forms.reg.buzz/ukcw-birmingham-2025/
