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Weekly Building News
2025 - Week 06
Highlights
 
Construction industry professionals welcome the adoption of the 2025 budget, which marks the end of instability and uncertainty for businesses
Organization News
It's official, the 2025 Finance Bill has been adopted. This new budget for France marks the end of a period of uncertainty for businesses and contains several measures welcomed by professional construction industry organizations. Read more
 
Prices of new real estate in resorts: what are the mountain trends for this winter 2025?
Study / Review / Report
The French mountains remain a key destination for investors, where the scarcity of land and the quality of projects consolidate the heritage value of real estate. Read more
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In a nutshell
 
Despite the crisis, housing is no longer a government priority, says a report
Study / Review / Report
The crisis signals are red, but the year 2024 has almost been "a blank year" in terms of housing policy, regrets the Foundation for Housing for the Disadvantaged in its annual report, criticizing the government's "wait-and-see attitude" and "renunciation". Read more
 
2024, worst year for mortgage credit since 2014
Study / Review / Report
The worst year in ten years: never since 2014 has the volume of new real estate loans fallen as low as in 2024, according to data published Thursday, February 6 by the Banque de France, but market players believe they can see the light at the end of the tunnel. Read more
 
The decline in greenhouse gas emissions shows signs of slowing in France
Study / Review / Report
After a significant decline in 2023, the drop in greenhouse gas emissions in France shows signs of slowing in 2024, with even a slight increase in the third quarter, driven by construction and transport. Read more
 
The Medef has sent a turnkey "draft law" to Matignon to enable France to improve its competitiveness
Economic
Simplify, accelerate, invest: the Medef sent a turnkey "draft law" to Matignon on Thursday to enable France to improve its attractiveness and competitiveness, according to a document consulted on Friday February 7 by AFP and revealed by La Tribune. Read more
 
Valérie Létard welcomes the rise of zero-rate loans and its hoped-for strengthening for 2025
Economic
Valérie LÉTARD, Minister responsible for Housing, welcomes the success of the zero-rate loan (PTZ) in 2024, an essential mechanism for first-time buyers to access property. Read more
 
Mortgage Rates Continue to Fall in February, a Boon for Borrowers
Conjuncture
After a year 2024 marked by a slow decline in rates, February 2025 continues this dynamic, confirming a more favorable environment for future owners. Read more
 
Rachida Dati announces an ambitious new National Strategy for architecture with 30 concrete measures
Policy
Launched in 2015 by the Ministry of Culture, the first national strategy for architecture has enabled the achievement of numerous advances and has demonstrated the importance of having an action plan in this area. Ten years later, on February 4, 2025, Mrs. Rachida Dati, Minister of Culture, announced the implementation of a second national strategy for architecture (SNA 2) driven by the following observation: architecture is a discipline as well as an essential public policy to face the challenges of our time. Read more
 
The Senate unanimously adopts the emergency bill for the reconstruction of Mayotte
Legislation
The Senate unanimously adopted on Tuesday, February 4, the emergency bill for the reconstruction of Mayotte, a text which removes certain barriers to public procurement or urban planning rules to facilitate the restoration of the devastated archipelago. Read more
 
Vinci boss also worries about increased taxation on large companies
Tax
Vinci CEO Xavier Huillard also expressed his concern on Friday 7 February about the increase in taxation on large companies in France, saying he feared it would become permanent. Read more
 
Renovation: MaPrimeRénov' will benefit from 2,1 billion euros in credits in 2025
Public finances
The subsidy paid by the State to finance MaPrimeRénov', the main public aid for the energy renovation of housing, will amount to 2,1 billion euros in 2025, the Ministry of Housing confirmed to AFP on Thursday, February 6, following the final adoption of the budget. Read more
 
Urban renovation must become a "political priority" again, argues Patrice Vergriete
planning
The new head of ANRU, the agency that has been leading the transformation of working-class neighborhoods for twenty years, wants to put the issue of urban renovation back at the heart of political priorities and launch a third ANRU program. Read more
 
The puzzle of new housing for disabled people
Accommodation
Alexandre, a quadriplegic, has been looking for an apartment for three years. His discussions with developers having been unsuccessful, he decided to "buy land and build according to (his) needs": one illustration, among others, of the difficulty in finding housing for disabled people. Read more
 
Government presents work accident prevention plan inspired by 2024 Olympics
Prevention / Security
On Monday, February 3, Minister of Labor Astrid Panosyan-Bouvet presented a plan to prevent serious and fatal work accidents inspired by what was put in place for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Read more
 
In Marseille, a monumental project to restore the "Bonne-Mère" to its former glory
Cultural heritage
One hundred square metres of gold leaf to be applied behind scaffolding overlooking the bay of Marseille: a monumental project is about to begin at Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde to restore the splendour of the "Bonne-Mère", the statue of the Virgin and Child emblematic of the Phocaean city. Read more
 
Manufacturers and Distributors
 
Appointment of Frédéric Musselin as General Delegate of the National Polyurethane Union (SNPU)
Appointment
The end of 2024 was full of news within the National Polyurethane Union (SNPU)! At the beginning of October, Frédéric Musselin was appointed General Delegate. Read more
 
ACO Group acquires Limatec, French specialist in stainless steel evacuation systems
News Manufacturer by Co
The ACO Group, a world leader in water management and drainage systems, announces the acquisition of Limatec, a leading player in entirely stainless steel wastewater evacuation systems in France. Read more
 
New Lorillard Bâtiment agency at Porte de Savoie
News Manufacturer by Lorillard
Since July 1, 2024, Lorillard Bâtiment has been expanding its network with the opening of an agency at Porte de Savoie, ideally located to serve Chambéry, Grenoble and Albertville. Read more
 
Clovis raises 2 million euros to transform construction site management and accelerate its international deployment
Developer News by Clovis Technologies
Clovis, the French startup specializing in the digitalization of construction sites and the optimization of management processes for professionals, announces a fundraising of 2 million euros. This financing was carried out with the participation of Tomcat, welovefounders and several Business Angels from the construction sector. Read more
 
URSA publishes a guide dedicated to improving acoustic comfort
Guide / Advice / Tutorial by BEAR
URSA, a specialist in thermal and acoustic insulation, presents its new practical and educational guide, dedicated to building acoustics. Already available on the URSA website, "The acoustic guide" provides an update on the fundamentals to know and master for optimal acoustic comfort: sound propagation, noise regulations, dedicated insulation solutions, etc. Read more
Videos
 
Horizal - Manufacturer of guardrails
Video by Horizontal
Discover Horizal, a specialist for over 50 years in the design and customization of “ready to install” aluminum railings combining design and durability, for your projects nationwide. Read more
 
Ban on renting thermal strainers, towards a relaxation
Video by sofinco
Laurent Permasse, Eco-transition Director at SOFINCO, explains the new regulations concerning thermal strainers and their impact on owners and tenants. Find out how these measures aim to improve the energy efficiency of homes and the steps to follow to bring your property into compliance. Read more
 
Viacon France, TuboSTORE® in Cépet (31)
Video by Viacon
New Viacon France project in Cépet in the Haute-Garonne department (31). Installation of a TuboSTORE® tank for watering the town's football stadium. Read more
 
On the construction sites with Alkern - The floors - Episode 3
Video by Alkern
Discover in pictures the installation of joist and slab floors with polystyrene slabs without tongues. Read more
 
DomeLED Anti-Vandal Access 2
Video by lightening
Available in 12, 18 and 24/26 W, this porthole is the new benchmark for ultra-resistance thanks to its tear-proof design, its vandal-proof screws, its anti-UV treatment, its IP65 protection rating and its IK10 impact resistance. Read more
 
Testimony: Architects Manuel and Catherine Varon in Bois-Le-Rois, France
Video by Kebony
In the charming town of Bois-Le-Roi, in the heart of France's famous Fontainebleau Forest, this stunning modern home stands as a bridge between the past and the present. Designed by architects Catherine and Manuel, the house is surrounded by more traditional stone houses. Read more
 
F+C House, a villa designed by architect Michele Perlini
Video by Margaritelli France
Situated in a panoramic position, Maison F+C, the latest sculptural and monolithic project by architect Michele Perlini, is immersed in the greenery of the Veronese hills, in the famous Torricelle area. Read more
 
How a BMS allows up to 53% energy savings? Testimony BTP CFA Occitanie
Video by hello
Find out how installing a building management system (BMS) can transform the energy performance of an establishment by significantly reducing energy consumption, with the guarantee of compliance with current regulations. Read more
Products and Materials
 
World first: Feelbat launches the Delta L+ Mini, the world's smallest connected crack sensor
New product by Feelbat
Feelbat, an innovative start-up founded in 2020, unveils the Delta L+ Mini, a major technological breakthrough in the field of structural monitoring. With its launch, the Delta L+ Mini establishes a world first as the smallest connected and autonomous crack sensor, designed to track crack movements with unparalleled precision, down to the 100th of a millimeter. Read more
 
Interface unveils world’s first carbon-negative rubber flooring prototype
New product by Interface
Interface, Inc. (NASDAQ: TILE), a global flooring solutions company and leader in sustainability, today unveiled a first-of-its-kind carbon-negative nora® rubber flooring prototype that stores more carbon than it emits during its manufacturing process. Read more
 
New collection between functionality and design for the bathroom
New range by Geberit
Geberit ONE is a collection of bathroom furniture and sanitary ware designed to combine functionality, hygiene and aesthetics. Each element has been designed to optimise everyday life while offering elegant solutions. Read more
 
BerryAlloc presents Parqwood Herringbone: the elegance of accessible and sustainable herringbone
Range evolution by BerryAlloc
BerryAlloc's Parqwood Herringbone collection brings the iconic herringbone pattern back to life, a symbol of classic refinement and timeless elegance. By incorporating this pattern into its range of wooden floors, BerryAlloc offers lovers of characterful homes the opportunity to recreate this spirit without breaking their budget. Read more
 
The new editions of the SFA 2025 catalogs are available
New catalog by SFA
SFA is providing construction and public works professionals with its new 2025 catalogues. Whether in their printed version or their digital alternative available on the website www.sfa.fr, these new documents will prove to be valuable tools ideally guiding these stakeholders in their recommendations. Read more
 
Projects and Achievements
 
SNCF Gares & Connexions launches a pilot project for photovoltaic tiles at Sedan station
Project
SNCF Gares & Connexions included the deployment of renewable energies in its strategic roadmap in 2020, assuming a pioneering ambition in the SNCF group, since expanded on a large scale with the launch of SNCF Renouvelables. Read more
 
Decarbonized off-site construction: Spurgin and the Sartrouville School City
Construction site by Spurgin
Revolutionizing construction methods since 1978, Spurgin, the French leader in pre-walls and off-site construction, was selected as part of the construction of the Sartrouville School Complex to supply more than 6.000 m2 of CS2 load-bearing wood-concrete walls. Read more
 
A hyperboloid pavilion made of Kebony wood: an innovative design for the “Grüne Arch”
Realization by Kebony
For the Meise Botanical Garden, located north of Brussels, a major project called "Grüne Arche" (Green Arch) was carried out. This flagship project includes the complete renovation of a 7.600 m2 greenhouse complex as well as the creation of a spectacular hyperboloid-shaped pavilion made of Kebony Clear, a sustainably processed wood species. Read more
 
Renovation of the North Elevator of the Eiffel Tower: a technological and architectural renaissance
Realization by Eiffage
After five years of work, carried out by the Société d'Exploitation de la Tour Eiffel with the expertise and know-how of the companies Eiffage Métal and Baudin Chateauneuf, the elevator of the North pillar of the Eiffel Tower is once again in service. Read more
 
Grand Paris Aménagement is launching the “Challenge 50, produce better with less” and will present the 3 groups called upon to develop their innovative project during MIPIM 2025
Contest / Prize / Trophy
Faced with the dual social and economic emergency surrounding issues of access to housing, and while the entire value chain of the city's production is facing a severe structural crisis, Grand Paris Aménagement is launching "Challenge 50", a national initiative for innovation and the search for new solutions to meet a major challenge: to bring out the levers of transformation to produce better and cheaper. Read more
Products of the week

Lifting and stabilization of slabs by expanding resin injection

Thermal connector for sandwich panels and concrete walls with formwork and integrated insulation

Expanded polystyrene insulation panel for exterior thermal insulation of buildings

Guarantee certificate: 20 years for Kebony wood

URETEK® France

Schoeck

Edilteco France

Kebony

Bio-sourced aluminum guardrail

Insulation solutions for converted attics

Miami XXL handles for doors of all heights

3D graphic management of your sites

Horizontal

Rockwool

France

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