Global construction technology provider Trimble has been confirmed as the headline sponsor for Build North Expo 2026, strengthening the event’s role as a key platform for innovation, industry insight, and digital transformation across the UK built environment.
Build North Expo is set to take place at the Exhibition Centre Liverpool on 16th June 2026, bringing together professionals from across construction, housebuilding, infrastructure, and supply chain sectors.
The sponsorship highlights the growing intersection between construction technology and traditional project delivery.
It underscores the importance of digital solutions and data-driven workflows in addressing productivity, sustainability, and skills challenges within the sector.
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Trimble is a global technology company that connects the physical and digital construction lifecycle.
It enables collaborative design, planning, project management, and on-site execution through integrated software and hardware solutions. Its portfolio includes connected solutions for project scheduling, data modelling, financial management, and real-time field collaboration that help contractors, engineers, and builders streamline processes and improve performance on complex builds.
Build North Expo 2026: A Platform for Technology and Construction Collaboration
Build North Expo has established itself as an important regional event for the UK construction industry, with previous editions drawing hundreds of professionals to discuss trends, showcase suppliers, and explore new technologies. The 2026 edition will continue to feature a packed exhibition hall, expert talks, networking opportunities, and sector-wide engagement.
As headline sponsor, Trimble will have a prominent role in the event. It will help spotlight how connected digital platforms and construction technology are reshaping project delivery from early design through to completion.
The partnership signals strong industry momentum behind digital transformation, particularly as firms face increasing pressure to improve efficiency, reduce rework, and embrace modern methods of construction.
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Trimble’s solutions extend across a range of construction disciplines, including building information modelling (BIM), project controls, field collaboration software, and enterprise resource planning tools tailored for contractors and project managers.
These digital tools support more accurate planning, reduce delays, facilitate real-time data access, and improve quality and predictability in construction outcomes.
Supporting Innovation and Skills at Expo
Build North Expo is designed not only as a showcase of products and services but also as a forum for knowledge exchange. Industry delegates attending the event can expect sessions on digital transformation, productivity improvements, workforce development, sustainability, and supply chain challenges.
The sponsorship by Trimble emphasises the broader industry focus on technology adoption and skills development, particularly as the construction sector seeks to attract and retain talent capable of navigating the transition to digital workflows.
This aligns with wider trends in UK construction toward enhanced use of software for project management, collaboration, and data analytics in site operations.
Northern Construction Growth and Expo Impact
Build North Expo supports construction growth across the North of England and beyond.
By highlighting innovation and offering networking opportunities for contractors, housebuilders, suppliers, consultants, and young professionals, the event helps regional firms stay connected with national trends and solutions shaping the future of the industry.
Trimble’s headline sponsorship provides increased visibility for digital construction tools.
It encourages adoption of capabilities that address common sector challenges such as schedule overruns, data fragmentation, and on-site coordination inefficiencies.
As construction firms continue to navigate economic pressures, skills gaps, and ambitious delivery targets for housing and infrastructure, platforms like Build North Expo, and partnerships with technology leaders like Trimble, will play an increasingly important role in spreading best practice and facilitating industry collaboration.
