Big 5 Construct South Africa is gearing up to open next week at the Gallagher Convention Center in Johannesburg, marking the 12th edition and opening of the South African Infrastructure & Water Expo. The simultaneous events will make it the largest meeting place for South Africa’s construction, infrastructure and water sectors and align with national priorities for development, supply and sustainability.
Running from 18 to 20 June 2025, the exhibition will feature leading brands, CPD-certified content programs, strategic forums and cross-sector collaboration opportunities designed to support the country’s infrastructure and economic ambitions.
Events held at the same time
Big 5 Construct South Africa will host three events simultaneously, including the South African Infrastructure & Water Expo, Transport Evolution Africa and WoodEX for Africa, to foster cross-sector collaboration and shared growth. These events bring together all construction, infrastructure, water and transport stakeholders under one roof, supporting South Africa’s broader development goals by providing an integrated space to source solutions, form partnerships and align with the country’s long-term infrastructure plans.
Integrating the construction, infrastructure and water sectors provides a unique ecosystem where public and private sectors can be involved throughout the product lifecycle, from early stage policy and design to final stage completion and commissioning.
A variety of exhibitors gather
This year, more than 250 exhibitors from more than 20 countries will be participating, including China, Germany, Greece, India, Italy, Kenya, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Turkiye, United Arab Emirates, and more. Big 5 Construct South Africa and the South African Infrastructure & Water Expo will showcase the strength of local expertise and the value and opportunities that international companies see in the country’s $125 billion construction sector and $193 billion infrastructure industry (Source: ABiQ).
Visitors will be able to connect with international exhibitors such as Stanley Black & Decker, Bostik, Muziset Fiberglass Sheeting, Olympic Paints and We Lift Solutions, as well as strong regional representation from sub-Saharan and Southern Africa.
Sustainability in the spotlight
This event brings together powerful companies that prioritize sustainable products and solutions. These include GPT Renewables, which offers integrated solar power and battery systems designed to reduce diesel consumption by up to 70%, with immense potential for clean energy for construction, communications, mining and agricultural sites. SPECEC® introduces sustainable chemical solutions with a focus on recycling and a safe working environment. Eco-Cycle Innovate and Envirosan Sanitation Solutions will be showcasing their water-efficient and environmentally friendly systems, while Overberg Water Board will be showcasing its role in sustainable water management as a local utility.
South African Infrastructure and Water Forum
The South African Infrastructure & Water Forum, taking place from 18 to 19 June, is an invitation-only CPD-certified summit focused on driving impactful strategies to strengthen infrastructure resilience, improve access to water and support sustainable development across South Africa. High-level speakers will explore funding strategies, public-private partnership models, regulatory clarity, and resilient infrastructure planning. Some of the prominent speakers who will headline the forum include South African Institute of Civil Engineers (SAICE) President Friedrich Slabbart; Mr. Teboho Nkhahle, Chief Representative: South African Delegation to the Lesotho Highlands Water Board. Mameetse Masemola, South Africa’s acting head of infrastructure;
big 5 talk
CPD-accredited Big 5 Talks provide visitors with technical and professional development across key areas. The program supports contractors, consultants, architects, engineers, and developers with sessions covering sustainable building design, modular interiors, safety and risk, digital construction, and professional certifications. A key session of the talks will focus on the core concepts of passive design, presented by Bidesh Boudu, President of the South African Institute of Architectural Designers (SAIBD). Professor Clinton Aigbaboah, Director: cidb Center of Excellence | Implementing modular construction when working on housing projects Faculty of Construction Management and Quantity Surveying, University of Johannesburg. Sanjay Munoo, Director of the South African Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (Saiosh).
Infra360 and Water360 talks
New for 2025, the CPD-accredited Infra360 and Water360 consultations deliver sector-specific learning tailored to South Africa’s national infrastructure and water priorities. Infra360 topics include mega project delivery, lifecycle cost optimization, modular construction, digital twin integration, talent development, and more. Water360 will cover climate adaptation, water resilience, smart systems and energy efficient sanitation with speakers from Kwikot, Freudenberg and BIMcommUNITY Africa.
confirmed attendees
Major companies already confirmed to attend include Boogertman + Partners, Broll Property Group, Calgro M3, City of Johannesburg, eThekwini Municipality and WBHO Construction. The profile of participants at this event reflects a wide range of industries, from governments and policy makers to developers, contractors, engineers and consultants.
“As we prepare for the Big 5 Construct South Africa and South African Infrastructure and Water Expo, we look forward to welcoming the industry to three days of sourcing, networking, business building and knowledge sharing,” said Josine Heymans, Senior Vice President, Construction, Management Events. “This event is designed to support South Africa’s infrastructure goals by bringing together the people, products and conversations that shape the industry.”
Big 5 Construct South Africa and South Africa Infrastructure & Water Expo are free to attend for trade professionals aged 18 and over. To register, please visit:
www.big5constructsouthafrica.com | www.southafricainfrastructureexpo.com
