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Weekly Building News
2024 - Week 42
Highlights
 
The failures of SMEs and mid-cap companies in France go beyond the catch-up phenomenon
Study / Review / Report
BPCE L'Observatoire publishes a report on business failures in the 3rd quarter of 2024. Over the last 12 months, nearly 64.500 companies have failed, the highest level since at least 2009. In the 3rd quarter of 2024 alone, 13.035 failures have been counted by BPCE L'Observatoire. Read more
 
Electronic invoicing: Building and Public Works denounce the unacceptable U-turn of public authorities
Organization News
The Ministry responsible for the budget and public accounts has just abruptly decided that craftsmen and entrepreneurs will have to use a private paying platform to meet their B2B electronic invoicing obligations. Read more
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In a nutshell
 
10th barometer: the French and energy renovation
Study / Review / Report
The 10th TEKSIAL barometer produced with Opinionway comes at a pivotal moment for the energy renovation sector. The ambitions of the public authorities are clear: to achieve 700.000 renovated homes per year, including 200.000 on a large scale. Read more
 
Energy: 63% of French people do not trust the government
Study / Review / Report
While the Prime Minister announced the resumption of planning work to set the objectives of energy and climate policies, Monabee, a specialist in solar self-consumption, commissioned the OpinionWay institute to take the pulse of the French on the energy issue. The results reveal a strong concern, against a backdrop of ignorance of the subject. Read more
 
Rising costs and labor shortages disrupt construction industry
Study / Assessment / Report by MapRadar
A new study by PlanRadar, the leading digital platform for documentation, communication and reporting for construction, facility management and real estate projects, reveals that the residential construction sector is under considerable pressure. Almost 80% of companies surveyed actually report facing rising costs.* Read more
 
Housing across generations: are the French united?
Study / Assessment / Report by Cerqual Qualitel Certification
This 2024 Barometer, produced with IPSOS, has a special dimension for the QUALITEL Association, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. 50 years of working for the quality of housing, serving individuals and professionals alike, particularly through certification and information. Read more
 
PLF 2025: CPME fears "layoffs and business failures"
Economic
The president of the Confederation of Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises (CPME), François Asselin, said on Sunday 13 October that he feared "layoffs and business failures" following the reduction in employer contribution relief planned by the government in its 2025 budget project. Read more
 
Political uncertainty, unemployment: 2025 looks set to be painful for the French economy, warns OFCE
Economic
Sluggish growth, political uncertainty, unemployment rate rising to 8%: the French Economic Outlook Observatory (OFCE) painted a gloomy picture of the French economy in 16 on Wednesday, October 2025. Read more
 
Urban policy: Valérie Létard wants to "break house arrest"
Legislation
The Minister of Housing and Urban Renewal, Valérie Létard, also responsible for urban policy by virtue of a decree published on Friday October 11, wishes to "break the house arrest" of the more than five million inhabitants of priority neighborhoods. Read more
 
Housing Minister in favour of adapting the energy performance diagnosis (EPD) for co-ownerships
Regulation
The Minister of Housing, Valérie Létard, has opened the door to an adaptation of the timetable for the energy performance diagnosis (DPE) for co-ownerships, for which "the conditions are not met", she said on Friday, October 11, to La Voix du Nord. Read more
 
Several associations denounce the removal of the automatic sending of the energy check
Accommodation
Despite warnings from associations and players in the energy sector (1), no viable system has been put in place to remedy the problems of allocating the energy check following the disappearance of the housing tax and to allow millions of new households to benefit from the energy check in 2024. Read more
 
Property tax: a continuous increase that overwhelms owners... +20% in five years and +33% in ten years
Tax
The amount of property taxes paid by owners jumped by 20% on average in France between 2018 and 2023, and by 32,9% since 2013, mainly due to inflation in rental values ​​according to a report published on Tuesday, October 15. Read more
 
PLF 2025: building tradespeople denounce budgetary savings at the expense of the success of the energy transition for all
News Organization by CAPEB
While CAPEB shares the need to reduce public deficits, it nevertheless wishes to alert the Government to the impact that certain budgetary measures could have on our collective capacity to lead a progressive, inclusive and socially equitable ecological transition. Read more
 
Architects welcome the recommendations issued by the Senate information mission on "Architects of French buildings, scope and skills"
Organization News
In May 2024, the CNOA was heard by Marie-Pierre MONIER, President and Jean-Pierre VERZELEN, rapporteur of the senatorial information mission. This hearing was an opportunity to support the body of Architects of Buildings of France (ABF), by demonstrating their major role in the preservation of heritage, by emphasizing their triple function of control, advice and conservation, and by highlighting their too small number given the volume of files to be processed. Read more
 
The Ministry of Labor and Employment launches a new campaign to strengthen the prevention of serious and fatal work accidents
Prevention / Security
The Ministry of Labor and Employment announces the launch of a new national communication campaign aimed at promoting the prevention of serious and fatal accidents at work (ATGM). This campaign, broadcast from October 12 to November 27, 2024, highlights concrete solutions to help employers and employees adopt good practices in terms of safety at work. Read more
 
Four people indicted for property renovation fraud
Others
Four members of the travelling community, who offered property renovation services targeting "the elderly in particular", have been charged with organised fraud and placed in pre-trial detention, the Colmar public prosecutor's office announced on Thursday 17 October. Read more
 
Manufacturers and Distributors
 
Let's isolate our schools to learn in good conditions
News Manufacturer by Rockwool
The future of our children begins at school! For everyone to flourish, it is essential that learning takes place in an inspiring and pleasant environment, summer and winter! Read more
 
AGC Glass Europe and ROSI, pioneer in photovoltaic recycling, announce strategic partnership to advance circularity in the glass industry
News Manufacturer by AGC Glass France
AGC Glass Europe, a member of the global AGC Group and world leader in flat glass manufacturing, and ROSI, a pioneer in the recovery and recycling of high value-added raw materials from the photovoltaic industry, have entered into a strategic partnership agreement. Read more
 
Hirsch Isolation promotes the reuse of materials and offers a selection of products via the Articonnex network
News Manufacturer by Hirsch Insulation
HIRSCH Isolation, true to its “Sustainable and Responsible” DNA, wanted to commit to a circular economy approach and is investing with Articonnex to offer a selection of clearance products, not intended for its traditional distribution network. Read more
 
Matthieu Brinon, new General Manager France and Southern Europe of Sylvania Group
Appointment by Sylvania
With over 120 years of expertise, Sylvania Group manufactures and markets eco-responsible and digital lighting solutions. Operating in France through its production site based in Saint-Etienne (42) and its logistics center located in Plessis-Belleville (60), this major player in the global lighting market offers innovative and sustainable solutions to professionals and the general public. Read more
 
CSTB and Wimi join forces to create the Kroqi SAS joint venture
Developer News by Kroqi
By creating the joint venture KROQI SAS, CSTB (Scientific and Technical Center for Building) and WIMI (sovereign and secure collaborative suite) are joining forces to accelerate the development of KROQI, the leading collaborative platform for construction and building professionals. Its objective: to accelerate the digital and sustainable transition of the sector in all stages of a building's life. Read more
Videos
 
Solarlux - The pioneers of solar architecture
Video by Solarlux
Everyone knows this effect: sunlight shining through a window warms the room behind it. Conservatories use this passive energy input and exploit this natural resource in such a way that they do not need to be fully heated. Read more
 
Modular building reuse project - Adamad construction site in La Roche sur Yon (85)
Video by Deltamod
Discover the project of an extraordinary and spectacular move for ADAMAD starting with 750 m² of modular buildings transferred and reconditioned by the Nantes company DELTAMOD, specialist in modular reuse. Read more
 
Discover the URETEK® group
Video by URETEK® France
Why URETEK®? This company is committed to perpetuating the works without interfering with the lives and activities of people. They use innovative, unique and patented technologies, which have a fast and conservative action. Read more
 
Karma integrated sink
Video by Decotec
Discover in video the different models and materials of the new Karma furniture with integrated basin, by DECOTEC. Read more
 
Construction site testimonial: renovate your upper floor with Rectolight interjoists!
Video by Rector
Today, we are meeting you on site to talk to you about the Rectolight floor from Rector used during the rehabilitation and renovation of 6 buildings in Versailles Satory (78). Read more
 
Clareo Event - Prescription Mornings
Video by lightening
A look back in pictures at a morning of discussions with Clareo's prescribing customers. A friendly morning rich in sharing experiences around CSR and Smart Lighting. On the agenda: breakfast, presentation of CLAREO, thematic workshops and lunch cocktail. Read more
 
How to edit a construction site slip with Obat
Video by Drug
Building tradespeople, simplify your processes with Obat, your digital partner for efficient and personalized management of your building activity. Read more
 
Colas industries in Guyana
Video by Drives
Colas is present in Guyana in industries through SCC quarries, BCL BPE and Gigabloc prefabricated elements. Read more
Products and Materials
 
URSA presents the two products of its new range of bio-sourced insulation: Uptex & Upwood
New range by BEAR
URSA, a specialist in thermal and acoustic insulation, is expanding its ranges of glass mineral wool and extruded polystyrene to include bio-sourced insulation. A development associated with a tailor-made service offering, for optimized logistical support, adapted to all types of needs and constraints of craftsmen, VSEs-SMEs and large structures. Read more
 
ACTIsteel & THERMAsteel, two new solutions for heating and cooling commercial buildings and large-volume premises
New product by Thermacoma
The result of the combined expertise of two specialists, PBtub and Thermacome, subsidiaries of the Thermador group, ACTIsteel and THERMAsteel are the new solutions for reversible metal radiant panels for heating and cooling buildings. Read more
 
New SylSmart Home smart lighting solution that combines connectivity and eco-responsibility
New product by Sylvania
According to the Ministry of Ecology, housing is responsible for 29% of CO2 emissions in France. While 72% of French people say they attach importance to the eco-responsibility of their homes, only half think they have mastered the principle by monitoring, for example, their electricity consumption*. Read more
 
I-MAT signs an exclusive partnership with BTP Impact Solutions for the marketing of Gemagrille® elevator bay protection
New product
BTP Impact Solutions, specialist in preventing falls from height on construction sites, represented by Gélase HAVYARIMANA, sales and technical director and Serge SOMBIA IV, president, announced the signing of an exclusive partnership with the distributor I-MAT, represented by Fabienne BAUDON and Dominique LAURENCE, for the marketing of GEMAGRILLE® elevator bay protection. Read more
 
Polygood Translucent: a quality ally for decorative design
New range by Polygood
Made from CD covers or industrial waste such as tubes, this new exclusive collection from Polygood comes in the form of translucent panels that perfectly imitate glass. Read more
 
Projects and Achievements
 
The surroundings of Notre-Dame will be better adapted to global warming by 2028
Project
A forecourt designed "like a clearing" to cool visitors in the summer, better access to the Seine, an underground car park transformed into a reception area: a few weeks before the reopening of Notre-Dame, the Paris city hall presented its project for redeveloping the area around the cathedral on Tuesday, October 15. Read more
 
Linkcity lays the foundation stone for lot H of Quai 1 in Saint-André-Lez-Lille, a virtuous housing complex
Construction site
Elisabeth Masse, Mayor of Saint-André-Lez-Lille, Departmental Councillor for the North, Anne-Sophie Grave, Chairwoman of the CDC Habitat Board of Directors, Frédéric Delabie, North-East Director of Linkcity, José Liotet, Chairman of Bouygues Bâtiment Nord-Est and Charles Gallet, Associate Architect of Leclercq Associés, laid the foundation stone of lot H of Quai 1, in the presence of Guillaume Afonso, Deputy Secretary General of the Hauts-de-France Prefecture and the Nord Prefecture. Read more
 
Unique bathrooms in Translucent Polygood for a student residence
Realization by Polygood
With Polygood Translucent panels, architects and interior designers have a new type of sustainable material at their disposal, which fully convinces with its versatility and exceptional properties. Read more
 
Batifranc develops a sustainable tertiary building offer in Dijon
Directing
BATIFRANC has commissioned the Pepper building, located in Parc Valmy in Dijon, from the Patriarche agency. The building is BREEAM Very good certified. Companies wishing to improve their impact can rent it to use as their offices. It meets the expectations of companies and regulatory requirements. Read more
 
Seine-Saint-Denis habitat inaugurates the renovations of the Gabriel Péri and Francisco Ferrer residences
Directing
Mathieu Monot, President of Seine-Saint-Denis habitat, departmental councillor, and Laurent Baron, Mayor of Pré Saint-Gervais, inaugurated the renovations of the Gabriel Péri and Francisco Ferrer residences in the presence of Nadia Azoug, Vice-president of Seine-Saint-Denis habitat and Vice-president of the departmental council of Seine-Saint-Denis, Tristan Martin-Teodorczyk, deputy mayor in charge of housing, and Bertrand Prade, Director General of Seine-Saint-Denis habitat. Read more
Products of the week

Double wall multi-fuel insulated flue

Guarantee certificate: 20 years for Kebony wood

Rotating thermal insulation window for passive houses

Training adapted to the actors of the energy transition to develop your activity

Poujoulat

Kebony

fakro

hello

INVISIBLE OR VISIBLE window | FINE | SOLID

Ultra-light shower tray, easy to install and can be cut to size

Adiabatic cooling by evaporation

ZWCAD: the best alternative to AutoCAD®

Millet Group

Decotec

Brink Climate Systems France

ZW France
 
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