Kent Construction EXPO
Event Overview
One event. A whole day of opportunities for the South East construction community.
Kent Construction EXPO brings together the people planning, designing, specifying, delivering and supporting construction projects across Kent, the South East and beyond.
From contractors, developers and consultants to architects, engineers, local authorities, suppliers and specialist businesses, KCE is where the region’s construction community comes together to make connections, discover opportunities and keep ahead of the issues shaping the industry.
Whether you’re looking for new suppliers and solutions, practical industry insight, project opportunities or valuable new contacts, you can shape the day around what matters most to you.
Meet, Discover, Learn, Connect, Explore Opportunity
Networking Breakfast
A chance to discuss the latest industry innovations and make new connections over breakfast, before the main event begins.
Meet the Buyer
A unique opportunity to get your business in front of some of the leading contractors, suppliers and public sector departments.
Drinks Reception & Gala Dinner
The perfect occasion to reward your team and entertain your clients. Enjoy drinks, a three course dinner and LIVE entertainment.
Meet the Employer
Connecting future talent with the industry through structured 15-minute conversations.
Explore the Exhibition
Discover products, services, technologies and expertise from across the construction supply chain. Find new suppliers and solutions, research ideas for upcoming projects and keep up with what’s changing in the market.
Keep ahead of the issues shaping construction
Hear from industry leaders, experts and those delivering projects on the ground, with practical insight into the challenges and opportunities affecting construction today and in the future. Dip in and out of sessions throughout the day and build a programme around the topics most relevant to you.
Explore four key programme streams:
- Sustainable Futures – sustainability, retrofit, net zero and the changing built environment.
- Build 4.0 – AI, digital construction, technology and innovation.
- Building Safety Act – navigating regulation, compliance and building safety.
- Building a Stronger Construction Future – skills, workforce, business growth and the issues shaping the future of the sector.
Discover what’s happening across the region
Gain insight into the projects, investment and developments shaping Kent and the wider South East. Understand what’s coming down the line, hear from organisations behind major schemes and discover where future opportunities could lie.
New for 2026, the Kent Projects Gallery will showcase a selection of exciting, innovative and inspiring projects from across the region, celebrating the projects themselves and the organisations helping to bring them to life.
Build your network
Networking is at the heart of KCE. Meet contractors, developers, consultants, suppliers, public-sector organisations and professionals from across the wider built environment – whether you arrive with meetings planned or simply see who you meet on the day.
Meet the Buyer
Pre-booked one-to-one appointments give suppliers and subcontractors the opportunity to meet leading contractors, organisations and public-sector buyers, understand future requirements and start valuable new conversations.
Networking Breakfast
Start the day over breakfast with fellow industry professionals. This year’s session includes the Construction Skills Briefing: Building the Workforce of the Future.
Skills & Workforce
KCE will also connect employers, education providers and the next generation entering construction through student engagement and Meet the Employer activity.
Continue the conversation into the evening
Join colleagues, clients and industry contacts at the Drinks Reception & Gala Dinner for further networking, a three-course dinner and LIVE entertainment.
Make the day your own
Explore the exhibition, dip into conference sessions, arrange meetings, take part in Meet the Buyer, discover regional projects and opportunities and build new relationships – or combine a little of everything.
Thursday 1 October 2026 | Kent Event Centre, Detling
