Utrecht, Nov. 25, 2025 - DigiBouw, the trade event that focuses on digitalization in the design, construction and engineering sectors, experienced a successful second edition last week at Royal Dutch Jaarbeurs. With more than 1,200 visitors, a 30 percent increase over the first edition, and a strong program of content, DigiBouw has quickly become the platform for digital innovation in construction. DigiBouw is organized by Royal Jaarbeurs in cooperation with DigiGO, the platform for digital collaboration in the built environment, among others.
From launch to mature trade show
Whereas last year DigiBouw was still presented as a new initiative to accelerate digital adoption in the sector, this second edition shows that the event is firmly rooted in the market. Tom van der Zwaag, exhibition manager DigiBouw at Royal Jaarbeurs: "It's fantastic to see how DigiBouw has grown in a short time to become the platform for digitalization in the construction industry. The growth in visitor numbers and the enthusiasm of exhibitors confirm that together we are building a future-proof sector." Scaling up digitization remains an important theme in the construction and installation sector. During DigiBouw, professionals were given concrete tools to optimize processes, reduce costs and promote sustainability.
Content program full of vision and innovation
The program offered a strong content base with keynote speakers and panel discussions on topics such as digital collaboration, AI and circular scaling. Speakers included Diederik Samson (TKI Bouw & Techniek), Nicole Maarsen (Ministry of Housing and Spatial Planning) and Timothy Lievendag (BAM). The theaters were packed at knowledge sessions on AI, Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality, where visitors engaged in discussions on questions such as, "What construction process do we want to automate tomorrow?" and "Where will we be with digitization on the construction site in 2030? One visitor aptly put it, "Automating construction laws and regulations is crucial to accelerating construction. Regulations are not getting less, so this is where we need to work."
Technology in action: AI, robots and smart solutions
Innovations also attracted a lot of attention. For example, visitors could get to know AI talking post Bob, a converted ANWB talking post that now answers questions about digitalization. There were also demonstrations by robot dog SPOT and humanoid robot Bob of Breman Installation Group for innovation platform BREiNN. Bob is one of the most advanced humanoid robots in Europe and works with students and the Digital Business & Society lectorate of Windesheim University of Applied Sciences.
From meetings to insights
Sentiment among visitors and exhibitors was extremely positive. Ruben van der Heijden of STA Software: "At DigiBouw, we meet precisely the decision makers and professionals in the field of IT and digitalization. It is the place for customer loyalty and getting to know new customers." Camiel Jas of Buildify also emphasizes the importance of personal contact: "Meeting people, that's what I love. The fair offers interaction with the market, we had a lot of good conversations. Also nice to see competitors and exchange ideas."
Looking ahead: DigiBouw 2026
The confidence in DigiBouw is evident from the outlook. Tom van der Zwaag: "The sentiment among exhibitors is very positive. Meanwhile, more than half of existing exhibitors have already taken an option to participate in DigiBouw 2026." With this, DigiBouw sets a solid foundation for further growth. DigiBouw 2026 will take place on November 25 and 26, 2026.
