SFE Panel Discussion - Challenges Facing the Built Environment

Challenges facing the built environment – how are these impacting the façade industry? A panel discussion.

The event will take place on Wednesday 10th June 2026 at Schüco International KG, 153 Great Portland Street, London, W1W 6QW

5.30pm – Registration and networking.

6pm – 7.15pm Panel discussion and audience Q&A

The discussion will be on challenges we are facing now and for the future. Topics will include.

• What broad threats are affecting your industry and what opportunities may arise from these?
• How is AI being integrated into your sector of the industry and what is the impact?Sustainability is such a wide topic – what is the challenges do you face integrating it in your business?
• Any suggestions for another subject????

The panel will be moderated by Neesha Gopal – Foster + Partners

Panellists:

• Client, Charis Cosmas – The Crown Estate
• Architect, Mark Foster – Allies and Morrison
• Main contractor, Neil Dobbs – Multiplex
• Facade consultant, Laura Solarino – Arup Façades
• Facade sub-contractor, Chris Aspinall – CGL

Networking and refreshments will continue after the panel discussion.

There will be a charge of £15 for attendees who do not have a SFE membership.

We are experiencing a high demand for tickets for events, if after you register, you are no longer able to attend, please email [email protected] to confirm so we can transfer your ticket to someone else hoping to attend.

We are very much looking forward to welcoming you on the 10th June 2026.

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