THE FUTURE OF CONSTRUCTION ON DISPLAY AT CONEXPO-CON/AGG

After five jam-packed days of innovative product launches and major company announcements, enlightening education sessions and countless networking opportunities, CONEXPO-CON/AGG & IFPE 2023 is over, but not before taking the construction industry to the next level.

The show crushed expected attendance numbers, drawing over 139,000 visitors from 133 countries (including many for the island of Ireland) to Las Vegas for four days in March, making it the largest trade show in North America.

“The innovations in the construction industry unveiled this week will play a role in helping construction professionals drive meaningful and sustainable economic growth,” said Phil Kelliher, Caterpillar senior vice president and show chair. “Live events in the construction industry are vital because you can see, touch and experience the products. That value was reaffirmed this past week across the show floor.” This year’s show emphasised how the construction industry is evolving in many ways to adapt to sustainable technologies, products and practices. Show attendees were treated to sustainability in action, from electric and hydrogen-powered construction equipment to recyclable materials and waste reduction opportunities. Sustainable technologies, products and practices included several electric and autonomous pieces displayed by Volvo Construction Equipment including its EC230 electric excavator pilot, a series of prototype batteries for off-road equipment from Caterpillar, the new SJ120 E from aerial work platform specialists Skyjack, asphalt recycling equipment from Pavement Recyclers LLC and VSS Macropaver and Holcim’s ECOPact concrete that can eliminate carbon emissions entirely in some instances.

The Arbor Day Foundation Partnership

One of CONEXPO’s biggest direct sustainability efforts is a partnership between the show and the Arbor Day Foundation. Together, they will be planting 139,000+ trees, one for every show registrant in a forest of greatest need. Additionally, CONEXPO-CON/AGG exhibitors, attendees and fans can contribute to the Arbor Day Foundation’s funds, assisting in its mission to plant, nurture and celebrate trees around the globe. “The success of CONEXPO-CON/ AGG & IFPE 2023 is a testament to the resilience and strength of the construction and fluid power industries, which has continued to adapt and innovate despite the challenges of the past three years,” said Marcia Klein, Treasurer of Casappa Corp., and show chair of IFPE. “We’re proud to have provided a platform for industry professionals from around the world to connect, learn, and discover new solutions for improving their businesses and the world we build.”

THE NEXT CONEXPO-CON/AGG & IFPE WILL BE HELD MARCH 3-7, 2026, AT THE LAS VEGAS CONVENTION CENTER IN LAS VEGAS, NEVADA, USA.