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Weekly Building News
2024 - Week 43
Highlights
 
Building tradespeople face further decline in activity in third quarter of 2024
Study / Assessment / Report by CAPEB
CAPEB has published its latest economic report reflecting the activity of the building trades during the third quarter of 2024. This data reveals a further decline in the volume of activity of -5% year-on-year, after -3% in the previous quarter. Read more
 
Rental investment: the Pinel tax niche will not be replaced, according to the minister
Tax
The Minister of Housing and Urban Renewal, Valérie Létard, stated on Friday, October 17, that "there will be no system to replace Pinel", a tax niche to help with rental investment, which is set to disappear at the end of the year. Read more
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In a nutshell
 
Professional and personal life: a precarious balance for SME managers
Study / Review / Report
The SDI-PME unveils a new study highlighting an issue often neglected in economic and social studies: the daily reality of SME managers. Read more
 
The condominium trustee: an emerging intermediary for energy renovation
Study / Review / Report
40% of housing in the Paris region is in co-ownership and half of the housing in co-ownership in the Île-de-France region is classified in the worst grades (E, F or G) of the energy performance diagnosis (DPE). The professional trustees who manage the vast majority of them are therefore expected to support global works projects. However, the national rate of energy renovation is four times lower than the objectives. Read more
 
Energy renovation: the challenge of small co-ownerships built before 1940
Study / Review / Report
Insulate building facades to consume less energy? Yes, but not for Haussmannian buildings and many others. The constraints of old buildings are slowing down the energy renovation of co-ownerships, despite a range of aids, sometimes unsuitable. Read more
 
France "slightly in recession" according to the head of Medef
Economic
France is "slightly in recession" estimated Medef president Patrick Martin on Tuesday, October 22, judging the forecast of growth of 1,1% in 2025 on which the budget is based to be "probably very optimistic". Read more
 
October not exactly a rosy month for construction materials
Conjuncture by UNICEM
A few days before the examination of the Finance Bill in the National Assembly, political uncertainties continue to weigh on the economic climate. In a context of reducing the public deficit, the planned budget cuts are giving rise to much hostility and concern, while the support measures are well below the expectations of the sectors in crisis, particularly construction. Read more
 
Generalization of PTZ in real estate, share buybacks: MPs continue to rewrite the budget in committee
Legislation
On Saturday, October 19, MPs continued their examination of the 2025 budget in the Finance Committee, where they approved, in particular, a double taxation of share buybacks and a generalization of zero-rate loans in real estate. Read more
 
Electricity market reform: UFC-Que Choisir and CLCV are alarmed by the government's forced passage
Tax
Far from limiting itself to predicting an explosion in electricity taxation within the framework of the 2025 finance bill, the Government is using this legislative vehicle to lay the legal foundations for the future regulation of the electricity market. Read more
 
Electricity: launch of a consultation to install off-peak hours in the afternoon in summer
Regulation
The Energy Regulatory Commission (CRE) wants to encourage people to shift their electricity consumption habits from next summer to periods when it is abundant and less expensive by changing the peak/off-peak hours system, it announced a few days ago. Read more
 
Launch of a public consultation on the third editions of the National Low-Carbon Strategy and the Multi-Annual Energy Programming
Sustainable Development
Agnès Pannier-Runacher, Minister for Ecological Transition, Energy, Climate and Risk Prevention, François Durovray, Minister Delegate for Transport, and Olga Givernet, Minister Delegate for Energy, announced a few days ago the launch of a preliminary public consultation on the third editions of the National Low-Carbon Strategy (SNBC) and the Multi-Year Energy Program (PPE), which will be open from November 2 for a period of six weeks. Read more
 
Government publishes offshore wind deployment map by 2035 and 2050
Renewable energy
On Friday, October 18, the government published the mapping of priority areas for the deployment of offshore wind power by 2035 and 2050, a renewable energy expected to represent 20% of French electricity production in 2050, with projects planned on all of France's maritime coasts. Read more
 
"Stroke of luck" and know-how: how Notre-Dame was rebuilt identically
Cultural heritage
"Why wouldn't we do it?" In 2014, two young architects took on the challenge of measuring the medieval roof frames of Notre-Dame, without imagining that their measurements would become a key part of the reconstruction of the cathedral after the fire. Read more
 
Appointment of William de Lumley, new Keystone and Circular Economy Director of the Colas group
Appointment by Drives
William de Lumley has just been appointed Director of Keystone (materials business) and Circular Economy at Colas. Reporting to CEO Pierre Vanstoflegatte, he joins the General Management Committee. Since 2023, he has been Chairman and CEO of the Lafarge Aggregates product line of the Holcim group. Read more
 
Icade sees a "tremor" of recovery in the new housing market
Company News
Icade, the real estate subsidiary of the Caisse des Dépôts et Consignations, recorded an increase in reservations for planned housing projects during the first nine months of the year, particularly from individual buyers, it announced on Monday 21 October. Read more
 
Publication of the practical guide "Electrical and communication installations in residential buildings - 4th edition"
Delivered by CSTB Editions
This practical guide covers the elements of choosing equipment and details the rules concerning residential premises (including the electrical technical space of the accommodation, bathrooms and other premises with particular risks) and electrical installations in common areas (control and protection of installations, lighting, earthing, equipotential connections). Read more
 
Manufacturers and Distributors
 
Ensuring the social acceptability of housing energy renovation policies
Study / Assessment / Report by FILM
The National Union of Mineral Wool Insulation Manufacturers (FILMM) looked into the social acceptability of energy renovation of housing during its annual round table. Read more
 
Libu raises 1 million euros for its patented biomimetic lighting
News Manufacturer by Thousand
Libu is a Bordeaux-based start-up pioneering biomimetic lighting that reproduces natural sunlight. The promising young company announces a €1M fundraising round. Read more
 
2024 CSR Report “Sustainable Roofing”, Edilians Groupe is committed to building and renovating sustainably
News Manufacturer by Edilians
For two centuries, EDILIANS GROUP has been built around unique know-how dedicated to protecting habitats. As a leading player in clay tiles and eco-housing in France and the Iberian Peninsula, its development strategy is based on the creation of innovative and sustainable roofing solutions. Read more
 
Buildots Receives $15 Million Investment from Intel Capital to Support Growth
Developer News by Buildings
Buildots, the award-winning AI-powered construction software company, announced in July a $15 million investment led by Intel Capital, with participation from OG Venture Partners and existing investors. Read more
 
Indoor sports challenge: Graphisoft launches a major competition for architecture students
Contest / Prize / Trophy by Graphisoft
Graphisoft, a company recognized for the development of its Archicad® software for architects, launched an ideas competition on June 7, 2024 among students from French architecture schools to express their vision of future sports facilities: inclusive, environmentally friendly, user-friendly and designed for relaxation and leisure. Read more
Videos
 
Unilin solutions for pitched roofs: Usystem Roof panels
Video by Unilin Insulation
Find all the Unilin Insulation roof panels dedicated to the insulation of sloping roofs from the outside. These solutions allow you to achieve high-end thermal and acoustic insulation, offering significant space savings, thanks to their insulation performance. Read more
 
Vinci Construction's Civil Engineering expertise to provide long-term support to France's regions
Video by VINCI
VINCI Construction's Civil Engineering France division works across the country to respond sustainably to the specific needs of its public and private clients. Read more
 
SikaSeal®-180 Bathroom & Tiles, the silicone sealant for your sanitary applications
Video by Sika
SikaSeal®-180 Bathroom & Tiles is a silicone sealant that is resistant to fungi and mould. It is also resistant to common cleaning products. It is available in cartridge and trigger form for use without a gun. It smooths easily and quickly for a perfect finish. Read more
 
What is the point of approving accounts on time?
Video by legal start
Do you want to approve your company's accounts but don't know how to do it? Legalstart explains everything: approval of accounts, filing of accounts and publication of accounts. Read more
 
The Keys to the City of Aix-en-Provence: Energy Efficiency
Video by hello
Hellio is touring cities across France with the show "Les Clés de la Ville", produced by Radio.immo and Le Figaro Immobilier. Pierre-Marie Perrin, Hellio's director of public affairs, is filming the 6th episode of the season at the Hôtel de ville in Aix-en-Provence, to discuss energy efficiency and renovation issues within the city. Read more
 
Demonstration of the use of the AGC4U application
Video by Glastetik
Let's take a tour of agc4u together. A glimpse of what you'll find: a wide range of products, all colors, glass availability, inspirations for your projects, technical documentation. Everything the glass industry needs but within a single application. Read more
 
Want to join a Concrete Group?
Video by Rector
Joining the Rector Lesage family means being part of a human adventure where your skills will be developed, your ideas will be listened to and you will be an actor in your professional career, always with the aim of "building better together"! Read more
 
Low-tech renovation: an exemplary operation
Video
Head to Rue de Artistes in Paris to meet Vanessa Grob, architect, and Héloïse Pelen, engineer at ICEB. These two professionals share their feedback on the low-tech approach. With very satisfactory results, after the work: an energy bill divided by 4 for users! Read more
Products and Materials
 
Acermi certification for Edil-PSE Gris 32, a step closer to perfect facade insulation
Test / Trial / Certification by Edilteco France
EDILTECO® France is expanding its range of EDIL-PSE expanded polystyrene facade panels with the introduction of a new insulating panel: EDIL-PSE Gris 32. Read more
 
PRB COL terrasse HP glue and floor range: ideal for large format exterior tiles
New product by PRB
The DTU outdoor terrace is evolving. Since January 30, 2024, new professional rules have been added for the glued installation of ceramic tiles and natural stones. The scope of the texts extends in particular to large format tiles. PRB now offers a new glue that meets the standard. Read more
 
When the colors of the year 2024 enhance Soprofen's joinery
Zoom produced by Soprofen
Every year, the moment when major paint brands unveil the key shades that will mark the next 12 months is an event awaited by many sectors. Graphic design, fashion, decoration and even construction seize it to personalize their creation or integrate these trendy colors into their palette of available shades. Read more
 
Capremib launches two new ranges in low-carbon precast concrete: BB slabs and photovoltaic canopies
New range by Capremib
Faced with global warming, the decarbonization of buildings and the acceleration of renewable energy production are major challenges for all players in the sector. CAPREMIB, a recognized specialist in custom concrete prefabrication for the construction and civil engineering markets, has been committed since 2018 to the formulation of low and very low carbon concrete to reduce the environmental footprint of its systems. Read more
 
With Wicline NG, Wicona is carrying out a complete renewal of its Windows offering
Range evolution by Wicona
After its range of facades (WICTEC NG), WICONA continues to evolve its product offering. The manufacturer is launching a New Generation of low-carbon aluminum windows: WICLINE NG. A streamlined offering to enhance the aesthetics of projects, designed with sustainability and circularity in mind while offering increased performance. Read more
 
Projects and Achievements
 
Green light for the preparatory work on the LGV from the southwest to the south of Bordeaux
Project
The environmental authorization allowing the construction of railway developments south of Bordeaux, prior to the construction of the high-speed line (LGV) to Toulouse itself expected in 2028, was signed on Friday October 17, announced the prefecture of Nouvelle-Aquitaine. Read more
 
The Mobilité Bleu Horizon consortium is undertaking the extension of the blue line of the Montreal metro
Project by Spie batignolles
Mobilité Bleu Horizon (MBH), a consortium made up of equal parts of the companies Pomerleau, EBC and Spie batignolles, has entered into an agreement to carry out the work provided for in the main contract for the Montreal metro blue line extension project. Read more
 
Plurial Novilia partners with Legendre Immobilier to design a mixed project in open access and BRS in Chessy (77)
Project
Plurial Novilia, a subsidiary of Groupe Action Logement, manager of nearly 39.000 housing units in the Champagne-Ardenne and Île-de-France region (Seine-et-Marne and Essonne), took advantage of the HLM Congress organized by USH from September 24 to 26, 2024 in Montpellier to sign a partnership agreement with the developer Legendre Immobilier. Read more
 
In the heart of Paris, a futuristic vessel by Jean Nouvel for the Cartier Foundation
Directing
With its concrete pillars, metal cables, voids and solids at the heart of a gigantic longitudinal structure, the new space designed by architect Jean Nouvel to house the Cartier Foundation resembles a futuristic vessel in the heart of Paris. Read more
 
In Taverny, a rehabilitation that rhymes with decarbonization
Realization by I'm
Carried out using the StoTherm Wood solution, the external thermal insulation of the Les Primevères residence in Taverny (95) has improved the energy label of the 112 homes, as well as the environmental impact of the site thanks to the choice of wood fibre insulation. Read more
Products of the week

Prefabricated slab floor structure to save time and simplicity on your sites

Lifting stations for wastewater or loaded with individual houses or small communities

Solution for waterproofing clay soils sensitive to shrinkage and swelling

Exceptional natural slate for the renovation of roofs in protected areas

Rector

Sebico

ATE

Cupa Pizarras

Rigid light pipe

Invisible access hatch

Mixed wood and pellet stove

3D architecture software

fakro

Eclisse France

Seguin

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