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Content Opinion AI, Agentic Systems And The Strategic Future Of FM 28 August 2026 | Updated 27 August 2026 Mike Gillespie, CEO of Advent IM, explores how AI in Facilities Management is evolving from a decision-support tool into an active decision-maker, particularly through the rise of agentic AI.

Content Environmental, Social & Governance BCIA Launches New BEMS Delivery Framework 28 August 2026 | Updated 27 August 2026 The Building Controls Industry Association (BCIA) has launched a new BEMS Delivery Framework1 designed to tackle inconsistent specification and create a clearer, more consistent approach to the delivery of Building Energy Management Systems (BEMS).

When is it? 29 September - 1 October 2026 Where is it? NEC, Birmingham The details: From 29 September to 1 October 2026, the NEC Birmingham will once again become the meeting place for the built environment as UK Construction Week returns for its 11th year. Bringing together thousands of contractors, developers, housebuilders, architects, engineers, manufacturers, merchants and industry leaders, UK Construction Week is where the sector comes to discover innovation, share knowledge and do business.

When is it? 2-3 March 2027 Where is it? Antwerp, Belgium The details: On 2–3 March 2027, the European facility management community will come together for two inspiring days of knowledge sharing, fresh perspectives and valuable connections.

When is it? 11 - 13 May 2027 Where is it? Excel, London The details: Futurebuild: Connect with the Built Environment Futurebuild 2026 brought together the built environment like never before, with visitor numbers across the co-located events Futurebuild, UK Construction Week London and The Stone & Surfaces Show doubling year-on-year.

When is it? 4 March 2027 Where is it? London The details: The CIBSE BPAs are the only industry awards that focus on actual, measured performance outcomes, and not just design intent or performance specifications.

Content Workplace & Wellbeing New Industry Awards Launched To Celebrate The Washroom Sector 27 August 2026 | Updated 26 August 2026 The Independent Washroom Services Association (IWSA) is launching its inaugural industry awards in partnership with the prestigious Loo of the Year Awards, recognising excellence, innovation and outstanding achievement of its members across the UK's washroom sector.

Content Smart Buildings & Technology Stadium Support Services And Verixo Develop AI-Powered Asset Management 27 August 2026 | Updated 26 August 2026 Stadium Support Services (SSS), the nationwide FM and building services provider, has partnered with asset-survey platform Verixo to tackle a longstanding challenge in the property industry: asset data that cannot be trusted.

ThisWeekinFM Guest Editor, Daniel Lynn, has tracked the activities being pursued by separate nations and economic blocks to introduce a clean energy transition. Significant news regarding construction and huge financial deals relating to decarbonisation will provide the reader with an insight into the direction and progress of a collaborative global energy transition. UK The UK continues to attract outside investment whilst bringing additional renewable energy projects on-line.

Content Products & Projects Planning Application Submitted For Retrofit Of 1 Embankment Place 26 August 2026 A planning application has been submitted to Westminster City Council for the transformation of 1 Embankment Place, the air-rights building above Charing Cross Station which currently serves as the London HQ for PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC).