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ICT Annual Convention 2026 30 April 2026

28 February 2026

54th ICT Annual Convention, 30 April 2026 Registration

The ICT Convention this year extends the objective of Net Zero Concrete but taking regard of the growing importance of current changes such as Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Digitisation within the concrete sector - Click here for more information and to book your place.

The ICT will bring together 8 professional experts and practitioners in 3 sessions namely, Vision and Innovation, Sensors and Prediction together with Practice and Transformation. Such terms as digital methodologies, machine and deep learning, chemical fluctuations, algorithms to monitor consistency, automated data driven production and optimised mix design are becoming common place and part of the new concrete science and technology.

This collection brings together the knowledge and its practical application indicating how concrete will develop in the near future. There will be opportunity to question our speakers directly and in an open discussion session. Attendance will provide both experience and information enlarging your professional development. It is an opportunity to learn about these changes and to take advantage of them.

There will be opportunity to socialise with the speakers and the membership at the convention dinner. Therefore, to register to this event, book by 23 April 2026.

We look forward to meeting you in the unique Georgian city of Bath.

ICT Convention Banner
ICT Convention Banner


Graphene in Concrete - New Event 9th February

06 January 2026

The rapid advancement of nanotechnology and its integration into construction materials presents an exciting opportunity for the development of high-performance concrete. Among various nanomaterials, graphene has gained significant attention due to its exceptional mechanical, electrical, and thermal properties. Graphene’s incorporation into cement-based composites holds multifunctional prospects for addressing critical challenges in modern infrastructure, such as the need for enhanced strength, durability, and sustainability. Furthermore, graphene enables the creation of smart concrete with self-sensing capabilities.
The seminar will be interest to academia, consultants, material manufacturers/supplier, students etc.

Event flyer can be downloaded at 4111-Graphene in Construction .pdf, and booking forms are available from the Executive Officer at executiveofficer@theict.org.uk 

Bookings can be made online at  https://www.theict.org.uk/payment-seminar.asp


New Technical Note published

17 December 2025

ICT have now published Technical Note 2025/3 Development of a Fast and Cost-Effective Laboratory Method to Produce Carbonated Recycling Powders for Concrete Mixing: Outline of a Laboratory Test Programme by J.M. Berger, K.-Ch. Thienel, M. Köberl, S. Scherb & J. Parlato available from the The Technical Notes page  

Technical Note 2025/3
Technical Note 2025/3

Mohamad Sabra: our latest CEng

08 December 2025

We are delighted to announce that ICT member Mohamad Sabra (M948) has recently gained professional registration with the Engineering Council, his successful application being ratified on 26 November. Mohamad is a Senior Associate at Sandberg LLP and manager of the Construction Materials department. He holds the MSc in Advanced Concrete Technology from the University of Leeds.

Mohamad Sabra, our latest CEng
Mohamad Sabra, our latest CEng

Bridges Award – First Place at ACI Convention

29 October 2025

Dr Siva Kandasami FICT, of L&T Construction – one of the guest judges for the ACI’s Overall Excellence Awards – was on hand at the Fall Convention in Baltimore to receive the trophy awarded for First Place in the Bridges category. This accolade was won by the Delhi-Meerut Rapid Rail Transit System in Meerut, in the Indian province of Uttar Pradesh, and was nominated by the ACI India Chapter.

Siva is pictured here with ACI President, Maria Juenger, and with fellow judge for the ACI Overall Excellence Awards 2025, Ken Hover HonFICT.

Siva Kandasami is pictured here with ACI President, Maria Juenger
Siva Kandasami is pictured here with ACI President, Maria Juenger

Siva is pictured here with fellow judge for the ACI Overall Excellence Awards 2025, Ken Hover, HonFICT
Siva is pictured here with fellow judge for the ACI Overall Excellence Awards 2025, Ken Hover, HonFICT

Date for the diary - 54th ICT Convention 30th April 2026

20 October 2025

The 54th ICT Convention 2026 will be held on 30th April 2026 at Apex City of Bath Hotel on The Pursuit of Net Zero Concrete and AI in construction technology.

The Institute would like to thank their confirmed Principal Sponsor of the 2026 Annual ICT Convention and symposium,  Mapei UK

Further details to follow.

Image of Apex City of Bath Hotel, location of ICT 54th Annual convention 30th April 2026
Image of Apex City of Bath Hotel, location of ICT 54th Annual convention 30th April 2026


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