Following the success of the 2023 inaugural MMC Ireland National Conference, organisers of this event have announced that this year The Lyrath Estate, Kilkenny will be the stunning location for the conference and exhibition taking place on 22 & 23 May 2024.
Last year delegates from across the European offsite sector gathered at Croke Park, Dublin for the 2023 conference. The event hosted in partnership with MMC Ireland and Explore Offsite, exceeded expectations, with exhibition space and delegate tickets selling out well in advance. This year is set to be another sell-out event with extremely high demand.
Raising the bar, building on the success of the previous event, while diversifying and expanding the programme and exhibition to attract a wider audience, the 2024 conference has been increased to two days. Conference chair will be industry pioneer Darren Richards, Managing Director of Cogent Consulting – The Offsite Experts.
Paul Tierney, CEO of MMC Ireland said: “The resounding success of the first conference showcased the inherent expertise and technical knowledge that exists across the industry and our membership. As we work to champion the benefits of offsite technology, we welcome the robust commitment to increase the adoption of modern methods of construction shown by the sector and government.
“We have an outstanding venue for our 2024 conference and a packed schedule. This is a destination event which offers the opportunity to learn from the best in this rapidly evolving industry as well as network with industry innovators and change[1]leaders in stunning surroundings.”
The event will host a high-profile speaker programme showcasing the best in modern methods of construction with presentations and case studies. During both days, panel discussions will offer further insight into some of the key event themes and topics. Day one will culminate in a drinks reception where delegates can network with leading industry players from across Ireland and beyond.
Tackling the big conversations and facing the positive and negative impacts of the last year, the conference programme will not shy away from difficult topics and will look to address some of the challenges facing the offsite industry. Key topics will include the road to net zero and the circular economy, platform design and DfMA together with risk and future technology profiling.
The road to net zero no doubt presents major opportunities for the MMC industry, but the conference will consider how the industry can develop a more accurate dataset for underpinning claims around embodied carbon and whole-life carbon. As Ireland looks to develop more sustainable buildings, the concept of using MMC technology in the context of circular design is another key speaker topic. This combined with the increased use of advanced digital technology by MMC suppliers is predicted to present a major opportunity for the sector.
Design for Manufacture and Assembly (DfMA) has been at the forefront of MMC approaches for a decade or more but now platform design is coming to the fore. With the industry being at a cross-road, now is the time to debate whether there is a desire to collaborate and standardise with the wider use of platform approaches or maintaining the ‘status quo’ by designing and producing bespoke solutions for each and every build.
Whilst all of these topics will be addressed in the context of Ireland and the UK markets, the speaker line-up will be geographically diverse with international speakers presenting best practice comparisons, industry trends and technological and cultural differences.
MMC IRELAND
MMC Ireland invites delegates to join in the conversation and connect with key players in the sector at their National Conference. As a leading sector representative body, MMC Ireland brings together the collective expertise of members to provide guidance, support and project insights on key industry issues. From technical standards and best practice principles to training and professional development, the organisation is dedicated to ensuring that members have the resources and regulatory environment they need to succeed in today’s competitive and increasingly global marketplace. To learn more about MMC Ireland and how to become a member visit: www.mmcireland.ie For full details on the national conference programme and to book your delegate places visit https://bit.ly/3HYoR2z
