HEALTHCARE ESTATES
needed to move forward. More than 250 exhibiting companies and industry associations will cover design, construction, engineering, energy, digital technology, facilities management, water safety, infection prevention, HVAC and specialist healthcare environments. The Exhibition is a marketplace to compare solutions,
see technologies in action, ask detailed questions and speak directly with people who understand healthcare environments. It offers a practical opportunity to shorten research, discover new approaches and build relationships that continue beyond the event.
As technology becomes more sophisticated and
healthcare environments become more complex, investment in people is just as important as investment in buildings. Healthcare Estates takes the time to explore how leadership, technical judgement and delivery capability can help organisations realise the full value of new and existing systems.
A shared route to progress The strength of the Healthcare Estates programme lies in its balance. It celebrates innovation while remaining grounded in operational experience. It showcases future hospitals alongside the creative renewal of existing facilities, and explores cutting-edge technologies together with practical maintenance, compliance and engineering strategies.
Most importantly, it creates opportunities for meaningful dialogue between professionals facing different challenges but pursuing the same goal: delivering safe, effective, sustainable and patient-centred healthcare environments. ‘Mind the Gap’ asks a searching question, but the answer is firmly constructive and forward-looking. Organisations begin from different positions; by sharing solutions, transferring lessons and building stronger partnerships, progress can be accelerated across the whole estate.
All the winners on stage at the gala dinner awards night at Healthcare Estates 2025.
More ways to learn, connect and celebrate Every healthcare estate is different, giving every organisation a distinct set of priorities. Whether the focus is a major capital project, backlog maintenance, compliance, Net Zero, digital transformation or operational efficiency, the Healthcare Estates Exhibition brings together the expertise, technologies and services
Celebrating standout stands The IHEEM Branch Members Awards and Exhibitor Stand Awards – recognising the best Shell Scheme and Non- Shell Scheme stands – will form part of the event’s closing celebrations.
Where Next? The two days will conclude with the closing plenary, ‘Where Next?’, at 16:00 on 14 October. Open to all attendees, the interactive session will bring together the event’s key themes and set out practical next steps for project continuity, sustainability, workforce resilience, innovation and higher standards across the healthcare estate. Complimentary food and refreshments will provide a final opportunity to reflect, contribute and connect. Everyone attending the session will also receive a voucher for a free Conference pass for Healthcare Estates 2027.
Real-world insight in your hands Following its successful debut, Engineering & Estates Essentials: Volume 2 returns as the official publication of Healthcare Estates 2026. Inspired by this year’s theme, it brings together papers, insights and perspectives from Conference speakers and professionals working at the forefront of healthcare delivery. The publication is designed to extend learning beyond the event and will be available free to attendees on Day 2, 14 October.
Space to connect
n The Lounge Healthcare Estates is built on the value of shared knowledge, and the opportunities to continue conversations beyond formal sessions are an important part of the event. The Lounge, sponsored by Wandsworth Healthcare, offers refreshments, seating and charging points. It is included for Conference Pass holders and is also available free of charge to direct NHS employees, IHEEM members and Architects for Health members.
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