CIG Meeting Materials for Building and Construction

16 December 2025

We are pleased to invite you to the upcoming MateriNex Common Interest Group (CIG) meeting, co-hosted with Cordeel Group, a European player that masters every aspect of the construction process.

Topic: Scaling Circularity: Materials Innovation for Tomorrow’s Built Environment

Hosted in collaboration with Cordeel, this cross-sector meeting brings together experts, researchers and industry leaders.
The programme features input from our CIG chairs at Buildwise and De Rycke Beton, and includes keynotes, cross-sector discussions and a guided tour of Cordeel’s facilities.

Preliminary Programme

12:00 – 12:45  Welcome Reception & Networking Lunch

Enjoy a light sandwich lunch while connecting informally with peers.

12:45 – 13:00 Opening Remarks: Purpose & Context

Setting the stage for today’s discussions.

13:00 – 14:00 Part 1: Keynote Presentations

14:00 -15:00 Interactive Brainstorm

Theme: Unlocking Potential in Circular Construction

Collaborative session to share ideas and explore opportunities.

15:00 - 15:30 Networking Coffee Break

15:30 – 17:30 Part 2: Innovative Materials for Concrete Reinforcement and Durability

17:30 – 18:00  Closing Networking Drink

Wrap up the day with informal discussions over drinks.

Programme Committee

CIG-chair ir. Koenraad De Rycke

CIG co-Chair ir. Jan Desmyter

ir. Marijke Jacobs, Innovation Manager

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