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NBS events and webinars are an invaluable resource for construction professionals. They're free to attend, so register for an upcoming date, or watch on demand, below!

18 March 2026

Join us for an in-depth introduction to Schedules, a powerful new feature in NBS Chorus designed to help you create structured project schedules directly from your specification data. 

If you are looking to improve coordination, reduce duplication and get more value from your specification data, this session will show you how.

26 February 2026
Accelerate your journey to low carbon design - join this essential webinar designed for built environment professionals looking to enhance the accuracy and transparency of embodied carbon modelling within BIM workflows.
05 January 2026
Learn about the causes of claims, cost overruns and project delays in construction from Gerry Brannigan, Partner at leading dispute resolution consultancy HKA. In this compelling presentation with real project examples, you'll discover how the Building Safety Act is reshaping accountability and competence expectations, and hear lessons from the experts on how to avoid disputes.
12 November 2025
Discover why sustainability is no longer optional in construction. In a passionate presentation delivered at the Construction Leaders’ Summit, Chris Hines MBE dismantles misinformation, highlights the overwhelming public mandate for action and explains how carbon strategies can future-proof your business. Watch now to learn how the built environment can lead real change.
29 October 2025
Watch this timely keynote delivered at the 2025 Construction Leaders' Summit, from Anneliese Day KC, barrister and arbitrator. Drawing on three decades of experience in construction disputes and civil cases, Day explains how poor product data continues to undermine safety, accountability, and trust across the built environment.
09 October 2025
The construction industry has reached a digital tipping point. More than two in five construction professionals now use AI tools, and almost three in five worry about being left behind without digital adoption. Join us as we explore this dramatic shift, using the latest findings from our Digital Construction Report, now in its 15th year.
18 September 2025

The Construction Leaders' Summit was an exclusive event for professionals in the construction industry. It delivered cutting-edge insights and unparalleled networking opportunities, giving delegates the chance to learn from the best, stay ahead of industry trends, and connect with leaders who are shaping the future of construction. Whether attendees were interested in sustainability, digital transformation, or the latest in AI technology, the event provided a wealth of knowledge and inspiration.

26 June 2025
This expert-led webinar brings specifiers and manufacturers together to give an overview of life cycle assessment (LCA) and Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), outlining their importance to unlocking sustainability, as well as challenges the industry faces in conducting assessments and how NBS can help.
14 May 2025
Join the NBS training team for a masterclass in streamlining product selection and specification using NBS Source and NBS Chorus. This practical session will guide you through researching, comparing, and shortlisting products, before seamlessly adding them to your specification. You’ll learn how to collaborate with manufacturers, keep product information updated and discover how specifications can support property owners and facility managers long after project completion.
27 March 2025
The Building Safety Act has introduced significant changes to the construction landscape, with new regulations designed to improve safety and accountability across all projects—not just higher-risk buildings (HRBs). This webinar brings together a panel of experts to help all in the construction industry understand their duties for everyday, non-HRB projects and processes.
27 February 2025
A well-written and robust specification can prevent project delays, unexpected costs, contract disputes and litigation. To help architects, engineers, and construction professionals enhance their approach to specification, NBS has created a Best Practice Guide to Specification Writing. Join this webinar to hear expert tips from experts at NBS, NBS Schumann, AHMM and Galliford Try, and see an exclusive preview of the free guide.
22 January 2025
The UK Building Safety Act introduces significant changes. Dieter Bentley-Gockmann’s keynote provides practical guidance for designers, contractors, and manufacturers to ensure compliance, safety, and sustainability. Whether you're a designer, contractor, or product manufacturer, this session equips you with tools and strategies needed to align with new standards and deliver safer, more sustainable projects. Watch the presentation now.

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