Madrid hosts the CECE Congress under the slogan "Reindustrializing Europe" with the Spanish presidency of José Antonio Nieto

The European Committee for Construction Machinery (CECE) will hold its annual meeting in Madrid from 23 to 25 October 2024, under the presidency of Jose Antonio Nieto, CEO of Putzmeister and representative of ANMOPYC, the Spanish Association of Manufacturers and Exporters of Machinery for Construction, Public Works and Mining. ANMOPYC, a member of CECE since 1988, holds the presidency of the committee for the years 2024 and 2025.

The congress, whose motto will be «Reindustrializing Europe. Where is the construction equipment sector going?The event will bring together leading industry experts to analyze the challenges and opportunities facing the construction industry in its reindustrialization process. Technological modernization, driven by advances in automation, artificial intelligence, and 3D printing, is transforming a sector seeking greater efficiency, reduced time and costs, and improved sustainability in its processes.

According to the organizers, this reindustrialization process "is presented as key to revitalizing the sector and adapting it to contemporary demands." sustainability and competitivenessFurthermore, the implementation of new technologies will allow for “reducing environmental impact and optimizing resources,” CECE sources emphasized. However, the change is not without challenges, as it “requires significant investments and specialized staff training,” they added.

The event will feature a record 17 sponsors, led by the company DLL, a global leader in financial solutions for machinery and equipment. Also, the Machinery and Equipment Rental Association (ASEAMAC) will also be present, reinforcing its commitment to the machinery rental sector.