Online Workshop – November 27th 2025 at 09:00-11:00 CET
Focus group: Construction sector researchers, industry and associations
Join us for an engaging international workshop exploring the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence in the construction industry. This dynamic event brings together five keynote speakers from different countries, each offering unique insights into how AI is reshaping design, planning, project management, and sustainability in construction.
The CIB Task Group 126 on AI in Construction (TG126) aims to establish a unique global collaboration network that brings together researchers, AI developers, and professionals from the construction industry. Its core mission is to accelerate sustainability, improve data management, and drive the industrialization of the construction sector through the responsible and effective use of artificial intelligence.
By focusing on these strategic areas, the task group seeks to address the future needs for more efficient, ethical, and scalable AI systems, ensuring the construction industry is equipped to meet emerging challenges and opportunities. This workshop marks the official starting point of the task group’s activities, serving as a platform to initiate dialogue, share insights, and define the group’s future direction.
Keynote speakers
Our speakers represent diverse regions and disciplines, showcasing global innovation and local adaptation:
- Professor (Associate) Piia Sormunen, Tampere University, TG126 Coordinator
- Dr. Osku Torro, Tampere University, Finland: Standardized Data and Artificial Intelligence as Enablers of Data Economy in Building Services Engineering
- Ir. Bart Brink, TKI Bouw en Techniek, The Netherlands: AI for better outcomes by productivity growth: a perspective from the Netherlands
- Dr. Fulvio Re Cecconi, Politecnico Milano, Italy: Trustworthy AI for Construction Safety
- Dr. Mohlomi Raliile, Nelson Mandela University, South Africa: The Role of AI on Construction Workers Health and Safety: Addressing the Critical Concerns
Interactive Format
During the workshop presentations, participants will have the opportunity to join a virtual session aimed at defining the focus of the working group.
TG126 AI in Construction – Workshop Agenda
Date: 27th November Time: 09:00–11:00 (CET) Online (Teams)
| 09:00 | Welcome & Introduction Professor (Associate) Piia Sormunen, Tampere University, TG126 Coordinator |
| 09:20 | Standardized Data and Artificial Intelligence as Enablers of Data Economy in Building Services Engineering, Dr. Osku Torro, Tampere University |
| 09:40 | AI for better outcomes by productivity growth: a perspective from the Netherlands, Ir. Bart Brink, TKI Bouw en Techniek |
| 10:00 | Trustworthy AI for Construction Safety, Dr. Fulvio Re Cecconi, Politecnico Milano |
| 10:20 | The Role of AI on Construction Workers Health and Safety: Addressing the Critical Concerns, Dr. Mohlomi Raliile, Nelson Mandela University |
| 10:40 | Summary of online workshop results & Next Steps, Professor (Associate) Piia Sormunen, Tampere University, TG126 Coordinator |
During the workshop presentations, participants will have the opportunity to join a virtual session aimed at defining the focus of the working group.
