Construmat

What Construmat does

Construmat is a biennial trade fair dedicated to the construction industry, organized by Fira de Barcelona, a public trade fair institution. Held at Fira's owned Recinto Gran Via venue in Barcelona, the event targets construction industry professionals including architects, builders, manufacturers, developers, and distributors. The 2027 edition is scheduled for May 18-20 and is planned to expand into Halls 6 and 7, representing a 23% increase in exhibition surface area to 13,500 m². The 2025 edition hosted 100+ exhibitors and 9,500+ visitors, while 2027 projections target 400+ exhibitors, 22,500 professionals, and 800 brands drawn from more than 20 countries.

The event is structured around multiple product and content verticals. The Startup Area hosted 40 construction technology startups in 2025, signaling an explicit expansion into the construction-technology vertical. The Sustainable Building Congress functions as a marquee content track featuring internationally recognized speakers, and masterclasses are delivered through partnerships such as CIAAD. An international buyer program supports cross-border deal-making, and a digital e-catalogue platform extends the event's reach into a year-round channel. Leadership is provided by Xavier Vilajoana as President of the Organizing Committee, supported by a Leaders Committee comprising senior construction industry executives. Institutional alignment with Barcelona 2026 World Capital of Architecture positions the fair within a broader city-level architectural agenda.

Construmat operates a B2B trade show revenue model monetized through exhibitor booth rentals across the expanded floor space, tiered sponsorship packages (Platinum partners include Alsina, Cosentino, Jung, Molins, and Roca), and professional visitor registration. The event engages 160+ industry associations and rotates guest countries (Morocco in 2024, Turkey in 2025) to drive international participation. With an organizing team of 24 employees, Construmat operates within the resource constraints of a single-event business unit, though it benefits from Fira de Barcelona's institutional infrastructure. The biennial cadence means revenue and exhibitor growth occur in two-year cycles, which the 2025-to-2027 step-up in projected scale will test materially.

Name

Construmat

Legal name

FIRA BARCELONA

Website

https://construmat.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Construmat is a biennial construction industry trade fair organized by Fira de Barcelona, serving architects, builders, manufacturers, and developers. The 2027 edition targets 400+ exhibitors, 22,500 professionals, and 800 brands across 13,500 m² at Recinto Gran Via.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Trade Show / Industry Event Services

NAICS

Convention and Trade Show Organizers (561920), Convention and Trade Show Organizers (56192)

akta.pro primary industry

Construction, Building Materials & Real Estate Shows Organizers (THAHABAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Convention & Exhibition Centers (Public Convention Centers, Civic Centers) (THAHAAAA), Professional & Association Conferences (MPAGAGAB)

Keywords

• Construction trade show
• Building exhibition
• Sustainable building congress
• Construction industry networking
• Architecture industry event

Headquarters

HQ city

Barcelona

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Exhibition Floor Space Rental: Revenue generated from construction companies and manufacturers renting exhibition booth space at the trade show. The 2027 edition projects over 400 exhibitors across 13,500 m2 of exhibition space.
2. Sponsorship and Partnership Packages: Tiered sponsorship offerings including Platinum Partners, Construmat Partners, Guest Country Partners, and Awards Sponsors. Partners receive visibility benefits including logo placement, dedicated sections on the website, and participation in the Leaders Committee.
3. Event Activities and Congress: Revenue from the Sustainable Building Congress, Workshop Area demonstrations, Startup Investment Forum, and Masterclasses by CIAAD certification programs.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Construmat is the biennial International Construction Trade Show (Salón Internacional de Construcción) organized by Fira de Barcelona and held at the Recinto Gran Via venue. The event rents exhibition booth space to construction companies, building materials manufacturers, and solution providers; sells tiered sponsorship packages (Platinum, Construmat Partner, Guest Country Partner, Awards Sponsor); and runs the Sustainable Building Congress, workshops, startup showcase, masterclasses, and VIP networking areas as paid activities within the broader trade show platform.

Product overview

Construmat is the International Construction Trade Show organized by Fira de Barcelona. The offering is a multi-activity event platform centered on the main trade show exhibition (Construmat 2027, May 18-20), supported by the Sustainable Building Congress as its intellectual program backbone. The event also includes ancillary activities such as the Área Workshop (practical demonstrations), Industry & Talks (debate sessions), Área Startups (startup showcase), Premios Construmat (awards), Masterclasses by CIAAD (accredited training), La Plaza VIP (VIP networking lounge), and Outdoor&Wellness Experience by Piscina Barcelona. The E-catálogo Expositores provides digital catalog access to exhibitor information. The portfolio is unified under the Construyendo Sostenibilidad (Building Sustainability) theme, targeting construction professionals across Spain and Southern Europe.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Construmat Trade Show (Exhibition Booth Space Rental) International construction trade show where manufacturers, construction companies, and solution providers rent exhibition booth space to showcase products to architects, builders, developers, and prescribers from Spain, Southern Europe, and international markets. Includes space-only and full-service participation modalities.
• Sustainable Building Congress Paid congress program featuring expert speakers addressing construction sector challenges in sustainability, decarbonization, industrialization, digitalization, and housing affordability. Targeted at construction industry professionals seeking thought leadership and continuing education.
• Sponsorship and Partnership Packages Tiered corporate sponsorship offerings including Platinum Partners, Construmat Partners, Guest Country Partners, and Awards Sponsors. Includes visibility benefits such as logo placement, dedicated website sections, Leaders Committee participation, and brand association with the leading construction trade show in Southern Europe.
• E-catálogo Expositores (Digital Exhibitor Catalogue) Online platform providing digital access to participating company and brand information for the Construmat event. Visitors can search and research exhibitors, supporting lead generation and pre-event planning for construction industry professionals.

Quantifiable outcome

• 23% growth in exhibition surface area for 2027 edition
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

17 partnerships are on record, tiered platinum, construmat partner, core, guest country partner, awards sponsor, media partner and green areas partner.

• AlsinaplatinumStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlsina is a Platinum Partner of Construmat. The company specializes in formwork systems for construction and has been a historical exhibitor and supporter of the trade show. Jaume Alsina Casalduero, Vice President of Alsina, serves on the Construmat 2027 Leaders Committee.
• CosentinoplatinumStrategic or Co-development PartnerCosentino is a Platinum Partner of Construmat. The company is a leading global producer of architectural and design surfaces including Silestone and Dekton, serving the construction and design industries.
• JungplatinumStrategic or Co-development PartnerJung (JUNG) is a Platinum Partner of Construmat. Founded in 1912 in Germany, Jung is a leader in electrical mechanisms, home automation, and KNX building automation systems. Marian García from Jung serves on the Construmat 2027 Leaders Committee.
• MolinsplatinumStrategic or Co-development PartnerMolins is a Platinum Partner of Construmat. Founded in 1928, Molins is a global leader in cement and construction solutions, with sustainability commitments including 65% renewable electricity and 20% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions. Salvador Fernández from Molins serves on the Construmat 2027 Leaders Committee.
• RocaplatinumStrategic or Co-development PartnerRoca is a Platinum Partner of Construmat. The company is a world leader in bathroom fixtures and heating solutions, with extensive presence in the construction materials distribution channel.
• Fischerconstrumat partnerStrategic or Co-development PartnerFischer is a Construmat Partner. Founded in Germany in 1948, Fischer is a global leader in fixing systems and anchors. José Luis Massana, General Manager of Fischer Iberia, serves on the Construmat 2027 Leaders Committee.
• Deceuninckconstrumat partnerStrategic or Co-development PartnerDeceuninck is a Construmat Partner. Founded in Belgium in 1937, Deceuninck is a world leader in PVC profile design, extrusion, and recycling for windows and doors. Antonio Domínguez from Deceuninck serves on the Construmat 2027 Leaders Committee.
• CypecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCype is an exhibitor and supporter of Construmat. The company provides engineering and architectural software solutions including BIM tools for the construction industry.
• FluidracoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFluidra is an exhibitor at Construmat. The company is a global leader in pool and wellness equipment, serving both residential and commercial construction markets.
• Limakguest country partnerStrategic or Co-development PartnerLimak is a Guest Country Partner of Construmat, representing Turkish construction and building materials companies. Turkey was the Guest Country for the 2025 edition.
• Kalyonguest country partnerStrategic or Co-development PartnerKalyon is a Guest Country Partner of Construmat, representing Turkish construction and real estate development. Turkey was the featured country for the 2025 edition.
• Würthawards sponsorStrategic or Co-development PartnerWürth is the sponsor of the Construmat Awards 2025. The company is a global leader in assembly and fastening materials for the construction and automotive industries.
• Fira de BarcelonacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFira de Barcelona is the organizing institution behind Construmat. As one of Spain's leading exhibition and convention centers, Fira provides the venue, infrastructure, and operational framework for the trade show. The organization is owned by Barcelona Chamber of Commerce and Barcelona City Council.
• COAC (Col·legi d'Arquitectes de Catalunya)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCOAC is listed among the Associations and Guilds partners supporting Construmat. The Catalan Architects Association represents and promotes architects in the region and helps promote the event to its members.
• CATEB (Col·legi de Aparejadors, Arquitectes Tècnics i Enginyers d'Edificació de Barcelona)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCATEB is a Platinum Partner and association supporting Construmat. The professional college represents building engineers and technical architects, key prescribers in the construction sector.
• Archdailymedia partnerChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorArchdaily is a Media Partner of Construmat. As one of the world's most visited architecture websites, Archdaily provides media coverage and audience reach for the event.
• Sant Iscle (Vivers Sant Iscle)green areas partnerStrategic or Co-development PartnerSant Iscle is the Green Areas Partner of Construmat. The nursery and landscaping company provides expertise and materials for the event's outdoor and green space areas.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• Fira de Barcelona: Parent institution and venue operator for Construmat; organizes a portfolio of other trade shows. Relevant as the operating infrastructure backing Construmat and as a comparator for institutional trade-fair economics.
• Piscina Barcelona: Sibling event also organized by Fira de Barcelona focused on pool, wellness, and outdoor construction. Adjacent ecosystem participant that co-locates an Outdoor&Wellness Experience within Construmat.

Direct peers

• Batimat: Major French construction trade show organized by RX France (formerly Reed Expositions France). Comparable in audience (architects, builders, manufacturers) and biennial cycle; a leading Western European benchmark.
• BAU Munich: Biennial construction and building materials trade show held in Munich, Germany. Direct peer in scale, audience (architects + manufacturers), and biennial cadence; serves as Construmat's primary larger European competitor.
• Made Expo: Italian architecture and construction trade show held in Milan covering materials, windows, finishes, and software (BIM/CAD). Closely comparable construct with Construmat's materials + technology mix in Southern Europe.
• Big 5 Global: Largest construction industry event in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia, held annually in Dubai. Comparable as a construction trade show, though much larger and broader-geographic; useful for benchmarking scale.
• Cevisama: Spanish ceramics, bathroom equipment, and construction materials trade show held in Valencia annually. Closest Spanish peer sharing overlapping exhibitors (Roca, Cosentino) and competing for the same Iberian manufacturer base.

Regional players

• World of Concrete: Annual U.S. trade show for commercial concrete and masonry construction. Comparable scale and trade-show mechanics, but U.S.-focused and specializing in concrete/masonry rather than the broad build materials mix.
• IBS / NAHB International Builders' Show: Annual U.S. residential construction trade show organized by NAHB. Comparable role as a national construction trade show but operating in a different geography and focused on residential builders.

Emerging players

• Architect@Work: Multi-city European exhibition concept targeted specifically at architects, designers, and specifiers. Direct overlap with Construmat's architect-prescriber positioning, but operating with a smaller multi-city model.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/construmatbcn
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/ConstrumatBCN
• Facebookfacebook.com/ConstrumatBCN
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/construmatbcn
• Instagraminstagram.com/construmat.bcn

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

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