The hunt for bold ideas and brilliant minds is on – Digital Construction North (DCN) has opened its call for speakers. Returning for its third edition in 2026, the event will bring together thousands from the AECO community for a high-impact day of insight, innovation, and connection at Manchester Central. 

Created by the team behind Digital Construction Week, DCN is a focused one-day event designed to showcase the technologies, ideas, and people driving digital transformation across the built and managed environment. Expect a packed programme of keynotes, live demos, product launches, and interactive sessions.

Why speak at DCN?

This is your chance to share your work with an engaged audience of AECO professionals, raise your profile, and contribute to the industry’s digital evolution. Whether you’re delivering a breakthrough project, trialling new technologies, or rethinking how teams work, DCN gives you a platform to share it with the people who matter.

Selected sessions will be featured in the official programme and promoted across the event network, reaching thousands of industry professionals and decision-makers.

Get your voice heard

“We’re calling on the innovators redefining how our built world is designed, delivered, and operated.” says Event Director, Karolina Orecchini. “If you’re using digital tech to push boundaries, solve real-world challenges, or spark meaningful change, we want to hear from you.” 

Theatres open for submissions

DCN 2026 will feature four dedicated theatres, with three open for speaker proposals:

Information Management Stage (IMS)
Showcase real-world applications of digital information management and BIM, focusing on outcomes, processes, and business value.

Innovation Hub 
For bold ideas and cutting-edge technologies tackling the built environment’s biggest challenges.

Transformation Hub 
Focused on practical digitalisation, business change, and strategies that help organisations adapt and thrive.

Who should apply?

We welcome voices from across the AECO sector, including architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, clients, researchers, and technology providers.

We’re looking for:

• Case studies and project insights
• Research and thought leadership
• Workshops and roundtables
• Panel discussions and debates
• Emerging technologies and new approaches
• Best practice examples
• As the event team puts it: if you’re working with Digital Twins, AI, robotics, DfMA, smart infrastructure, IoT, AR/VR, or any other emerging technology – we want to hear from you.

New voices welcome

Fresh ideas, new faces, and unique perspectives are a priority to achieve a more inclusive and representative industry. First-time speakers and underrepresented voices are strongly encouraged to apply.

How to apply

• Submit your proposal by 7 August 2026 via the official call for speakers form.
• Find out more about the event and theatres here.
• ​​​​​For any questions, contact: info@digitalconstructionweek.com
• Successful applicants will be notified after the deadline following the review by the DCN team.