Event

A Competitive Construction Sector in a Geopolitical Storm

Networking and Strategy Day for Executives in the Construction Industry

Foto: Foto af Steffen Kretz af fotograf Lærke Posselt

Global market conditions are changing rapidly, posing both major challenges and new opportunities for the Danish construction sector. Geopolitical tensions, increased European regulation, and enhanced sustainability requirements are creating a new reality—reshaping the competitive landscape and defining future possibilities for the sector.

DI Construction invites key decision-makers and top executives to a day of strategic insight and networking. The programme features presentations from international experts, EU representatives, and industry leaders, who will share their perspectives on the current situation.

Program and speakers 
The programme will focus on:

  • The current geopolitical situation and its impact on the construction sector in Denmark, the EU, and globally
  • The EU Commission’s agenda and future priorities
  • Industry leaders sharing experiences and needs
  • Executive-level networking and relationship building

The event will be moderated by journalist and international correspondent Steffen Kretz and will, among other highlights, include an opening speech by DI Deputy Director General, Emil Fannikke Kiær and a fireside chat with former US Ambassador to Denmark, Rufus Gifford. Further, Director at DG GROW, Barbara Bonvissuto from the European Commission and Secretary General of Construction Products Europe, Christophe Sykes will provide an outlook and share considerations on the appropriate European response. The Ukrainian Ambassador to Denmark, Mr. Andrii Yanevskyi, will also attend and provide HIS perspective on the geopolitical changes, the new normal and the Ukrainian wishes for a stronger European collaboration.