With an increasing demand for sustainability, healthy working environments, and enhanced efficiency, the facilities management (FM) sector is constantly evolving. Keeping up-to-date with the latest industry trends and networking with other professionals has never been more important.
By attending events across the UK, FM teams can get insider knowledge on the latest products and services that are successfully enhancing the sector. So, here are just a few key events facilities managers should keep an eye out for next year:
Workplace Futures 2026
Workplace Futures is an annual conference, which will be hosted on 26 February 2026, at One Great George Street. The event will also be live streamed for those that can‘t attend in-person.
The theme of the event is how to navigate the facilities management industry over the next few years. It will explore what the sector has done successfully and what can be learned from that to continue its progression.
A panel of speakers, which haven’t yet been revealed, will share their experience, knowledge, and insights with service providers, in-house facilities managers, consultants, and advisors, so both clients and providers can learn and discuss.
This event is a great opportunity for anyone in the FM sector to network and benefit from knowledge on key issues within the FM marketplace.
Facilities Management Forum 2026
The FM Forum event will take place January 26-27 at the Radisson Hotel and Conference Centre in London and again on June 29-30 at the Manchester Deansgate Hotel.
This forward thinking event will give professionals a chance to stay up-to-date with the latest in facilities management news, connect with like-minded individuals who are looking to move the FM industry forward, and enhance their skills to advance their careers.
The event will feature a number of expert speakers, who have not yet been announced, keynote seminars, discussion panels, and certification programmes.
The Health and Safety Event 2026
Aiming to improve occupational health and safety standards, the Health and Safety Event will be held at the National Exhibition Centre in Birmingham, April 28-30. The exhibition will feature over 10,000 health and safety products and solutions, numerous demonstrations, CPD-accredited seminars, and give professionals an opportunity to network and solidify new business connections.
This event is ideal for anyone looking to better their health and safety management strategy, grow their professional networks, and keep up with important industry updates.
Events Offer Valuable Opportunities to FM Teams
These are just a few of the events taking place throughout the year, offering great opportunities for networking, industry insights, and more. The event also provides a platform for local suppliers. For example, a cleaning supply distributor in York could attend one of these events and showcase their products to a highly targeted audience.
Whether it be Workplace Futures in London or the Facilities Management Forum in Manchester, attending these events allows industry professionals to access insight into the latest trends and technologies and help shape the future of facilities management.
