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Weekly Building News
2025 - Week 16
Highlights
 
CAPEB 2025 Congress: Building tradespeople determined to obtain the recognition they deserve
News Organization by CAPEB
The CAPEB Annual Congress was held on April 11 at the Maison de la Mutualité, in a climate of great determination. Despite this, no member of the government considered it a priority to meet with representatives of 62.000 construction trades. Read more
 
Large cities or small towns: the ranking of the most welcoming cities for living, working and studying
Study / Review / Report
In a context where environmental, demographic and economic transitions are redefining the priorities of the French, the annual Arthur Loyd Barometer ranks the most attractive and resilient metropolises and agglomerations. Read more
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The French view on individual homes and access to property in 2025
Study / Review / Report
Despite economic tensions and difficulties accessing credit, the desire to own property, particularly a detached house, remains very strong among the French. This fourth edition of the FFC-IFOP barometer confirms that for 80% of French people, a detached house remains the ideal home, a figure that has remained remarkably stable since the launch of this annual study. Read more
 
The French solar market will reach a volume of nearly 5 GW connected by 2024, but this promising dynamic could stall.
Study / Review / Report
This 53th edition of the Observatory deals with the activity of photovoltaic installations in the 4th quarter of 2024 in France. The complete and detailed edition is available on the France Territoire Solaire website. Read more
 
New building prices in Ile-de-France: the Top 20 cities where prices are soaring and those where prices are falling sharply
Study / Review / Report
What are the new faces of new real estate in Île-de-France? A new barometer published by the Trouver-un-logement-neuf.com portal reveals the 20 most active cities in the market, ranging from sharp corrections to spectacular increases. The new-build market in Île-de-France appears to be shaping up to be a multi-speed map, full of opportunities for investors. Read more
 
Employers' organizations gathered in the "Business Council" at Bercy
Economic
The main employers' organizations met on Monday, April 14, at Bercy for a first "Business Council" meeting, to discuss with ministers issues such as the customs duties that the United States wishes to impose, and the preparation of the 2026 budget. Read more
 
The gradual recovery of construction materials continues
Conjuncture by UNICEM
The shockwaves of Donald Trump's return to power are still rippling! By choosing to wage a trade war against the rest of the world, the President of the United States has unleashed an international turmoil of unprecedented proportions, upsetting the balance of trade and destabilizing financial markets and the business community, which he claims to be the primary defender of! Read more
 
Mortgage rates expected to rise in the second quarter
Conjuncture
Mortgage rates, which have been falling steadily since the beginning of last year, are expected to rise in the second quarter, according to an analysis by the CSA/Crédit Logement observatory published on Thursday, April 17, a first in over a year. Read more
 
The "50°C Cities" collective is seeking solutions to extreme heat
Climate
A few days ago, around twenty real estate players, the City of Paris, and research organizations launched the "Our Cities at 50°C" collective to share best practices and accelerate the adaptation of housing to extreme heat waves. Read more
 
Deficit: France still wants to return to European targets by 2029
Public finances
France, the eurozone's budgetary dunce, confirmed on Wednesday, April 16, that it intends to bring its public deficit back within European limits by 2029, despite slower growth in 2025 and 2026 in a difficult international environment, with tax loopholes in its sights. Read more
 
A report on land artificialization proposes using taxation to promote sobriety
Tax
Deeply reform local taxation to encourage land use conservation: a report presented a few days ago by two MPs sets out around thirty proposals to encourage individuals, businesses and elected officials to better preserve natural, agricultural and forest areas. Read more
 
The Court of Auditors recommends the abolition of many low-yield taxes
Tax
Street sweeping tax, hunting permits, water fees, etc.: the Court of Auditors recommends eliminating or streamlining dozens of low-yield taxes in order to simplify this "fiscal patchwork" that primarily affects businesses, without any "significant" loss of revenue. Read more
 
Property owners make proposals on private rental stock to improve the future of housing
Organization News
An ambition: to maintain and increase a quality private rental market in all regions, enabling 10% of our citizens to be housed within 30 years. While France is going through an unprecedented housing crisis, the UNPI has set up a working group[1] and initiated a discussion which has led to the establishment of a new "universal tax system for rental income." Read more
 
Colas wins major multi-year road maintenance contract in Canada
Company News by Drives
Colas, through its Canadian subsidiary The Miller Group, has been selected by the Ministry of Transportation of the Province of Ontario to carry out all maintenance work on the road network in the Durham region, east of Toronto, in the province of Ontario. Read more
 
Eiffel Tower, ketchup, meteorite, unusual pavilions: what are the purposes of World Expos?
Exhibition
World Expos, the 2025 edition of which opened its doors Sunday in Osaka, have allowed countries to showcase their cultures and technologies to a public eager for discovery since 1851: but what remains of this in the age of mass tourism, the Internet, and environmental concerns? Read more
 
Catalan architect Gaudi recognized as "venerable" by the Vatican
Others
The Catholic Church has recognized Catalan architect Antoni Gaudi (1852-1926), the famous architect behind the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona, ​​as "venerable," a first step on the path to sainthood, the Vatican announced on Monday, April 14. Read more
 
Manufacturers and Distributors
 
The Lesage Group strengthens its framework business by acquiring Techni Prefa
News Manufacturer by Rector
The Lesage Group, which includes the industrial company Rector, signed the acquisition of the company Techni Prefa at the end of 2024. Specializing in prefabricated concrete structural, public works and civil engineering elements, the Nouvelle-Aquitaine company becomes an independent and autonomous subsidiary of the Group while strengthening its position. Read more
 
Icade, PiveteauBois and Xella join forces to strengthen fire protection in organic and geo-sourced construction
News Manufacturer
Icade, PiveteauBois and Xella have implemented a new system combining wood and cellular concrete to achieve both the 2028 and subsequent thresholds of RE2020 while meeting fire safety requirements. Read more
 
Siniat and Veolia strengthen their commitment to gypsum recycling
News Manufacturer by Siniat
Siniat is taking a new step in its circular economy approach by formalizing a national partnership with Veolia. This agreement aims to increase the use of recycled gypsum in the manufacture of plasterboard. It marks a significant step forward toward more sustainable practices in the construction sector. Read more
 
Lorenove Network Convention: Heading for 2025
Distributor News by Lorenove
From January 22nd to 25th, the Lorenove network's stakeholders met in La Grande Motte for a convention rich in exchanges, discoveries and perspectives. Read more
 
Loxam renews its support for the Heritage Foundation
Rental News by LOXAM
LOXAM, the French and European leader and the fourth largest global player in the equipment and tool rental market, is pleased to announce the renewal of its partnership with the Fondation du Patrimoine for the third consecutive year. Read more
Videos
 
Save considerable time editing your CCTP, DPGF, CCAP and Commitment Documents
Video by CSTB Editions
Bati CCTP allows you to generate comprehensive, high-quality CCTPs from a library of pre-established clauses, for both new construction and renovation projects. It also allows you to draft and edit CCAPs and Commitment Documents for both public and private works contracts. Read more
 
THE PITCH: Discover the developments in FAS homes
Video by Seguin
For years, Seguin has been offering its customers FAS wood-burning fireplaces. To better meet their needs, Seguin has upgraded these fireplaces to make them even more efficient! Discover all these new features in THE PITCH! Read more
 
Audit and AMO: energy efficiency in the refrigeration industry
Video by Akéa Energies
Energy was the second-largest expense for Froid Littoral, a refrigerated warehouse based in La Rochelle, Charente-Maritime. With support from Akéa Énergies, an energy audit was conducted to identify optimization solutions. Read more
 
WeSteer: Outlook and Excel PowerApps integration #4
Video by WeSteer
WeSteer integrates natively with other Microsoft solutions: Excel, Outlook, and PowerApps Read more
 
[Innovation] Discover the IMPAKT+ range soon
Video by KP1
Discover the Prémur from KP1's Impakt+ range, a major innovation for reducing the building's carbon footprint by 50%. From design at the K-LAB' laboratory in Pujaut (30) to industrialization at the Vernouillet site (28), follow the evolution of a product that meets the challenges of the 2020 environmental regulations and their changes in 2025, 2028, and 2031. Read more
 
IP65 Clean Room Panel
Video by Sylvania Group
Featuring optimal water and dust resistance and certified for clean rooms, this new LED panel adapts to the most common installation needs in the healthcare (hospitals, laboratories), catering (professional kitchens), etc. sectors. Read more
 
Finalcad One: A collaborative platform for all your projects
Video by Orisha Construction
Finalcad, an Orisha Construction solution, has supported more than 30.000 projects in 35 countries since 2011, with over 250.000 users. Notable clients include Eiffage, Besix, Fayat, Demathieu Bard, Vinci, and Action Logement. Read more
 
LITED Know-how
Video by LITED
Discover LITED's expertise with Florian, Technical and R&D Director! Their mission? To design LED lighting solutions tailored to your needs, while advising and supporting you in your projects. Read more
Products and Materials
 
Rockwool expands its Rockmur panel range with a new 40 mm thickness
Range evolution by Rockwool
Noise pollution is a real scourge in the lives of the French, particularly noise between rooms in the same home, such as the sound of the television or the loud voices of children. Read more
 
Bjelin launches revolutionary, high-tech wood flooring
New product by Bjelin
Bjelin unveils the Slate Collection, a high-tech wood flooring solution that challenges traditional design concepts. With deep textures and natural color variations, this collection offers a finish that's both fresh and inviting. Available in three distinct shades, it incorporates Nadura 34-rated tiles, making it ideal for high-traffic residential and commercial spaces. Read more
 
Kinesurf Nova by Kinedo: the reinvented cuttable shower tray
New product by Kinedo
Kinedo, the French bathroom specialist, continues to innovate to serve the market. Proof of this is Kinesurf Nova, the new version of its Kinesurf shower tray, manufactured in France and sold in hundreds of thousands of units since its launch over 15 years ago. Read more
 
Bonna Sabla, Vertuo's industrial partner for greening modules that store rainwater
New product by Bonna Sabla
A major player in the manufacture of concrete products, Bonna Sabla operates in the Water (wastewater, rainwater), Energy, Mobility, Off-Site and Funeral markets. Read more
 
Closura launches its Archi sunshade, combining design and technical performance
New product by Closure
Closura, a French designer and manufacturer of aluminum gates and outdoor shelters, is pushing the boundaries of architectural design with the launch of its brand new Archi sunshade. Read more
 
Projects and Achievements
 
Two calls for tenders by June to build 3.000 modular prison places
Project
Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin announced on Monday, April 14, that he would launch two calls for tenders in May and June to build 3.000 prison places in modular structures, intended for prisoners on semi-release or sentenced to short terms. Read more
 
Launch of the rehabilitation of the Espaces d'Abraxas cinemas in Seine-Saint-Denis
Construction site
Popular with music video and film directors ("The Hunger Games", "Brazil") for its retro-futuristic architecture, the Espaces d'Abraxas in Noisy-le-Grand (Seine-Saint-Denis) launched work on Wednesday, April 9, to rehabilitate this emblematic but degraded city. Read more
 
Start of "green" conversion work on the disused Fonderies du Poitou site
Construction site
Construction work on the creation of an industrial park focused on green energy began on Tuesday, April 15, at the disused Fonderies du Poitou site (Vienne), which will be taken over in 2023 by a consortium that wants to install a photovoltaic power plant and produce renewable hydrogen. Read more
 
Disneyland Paris opens the first renovated building of Walt Disney Studios on May 15
Achievement
Disneyland Paris will open to the public on May 15th, a completely redecorated "World Premiere" building, as part of the massive renovations that will see its second park, Walt Disney Studios, double its size. Read more
 
La Cuverie de Vosne, a wine bar in the heart of the vineyards
Realization by Margaritelli France
Established since 1815 in the heart of Vosne-Romanée, the Counts of Liger-Belair decided to create a living space open to all in 2022. Their goal? To meet the expectations of everyone living in Vosne-Romanée: the village's residents, the wineries and their employees, as well as visitors, whether from the region or the other side of the world. Read more
Products of the week

Soil improvement by injection of expansive resin

Peripheral cladding of a terrace on pads

Pivoting sliding glazing for balconies and facades

Secure and connected bike rack

URETEK® France

Schluter Systems

Solarlux

France

Caulking joint for joinery and facades

Insulation solutions for converted attics

Receiver ultra resistant and light at the same time

Materials Trading Management Software

tramico

Rockwool

Villeroy & Boch

Orisha Construction
 
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