The Weekly Building News | June 2, 2025

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Weekly Building News

2025 - Week 22

Highlights

The government is exceptionally extending the validity of building permits to facilitate the resumption of construction sites and the production of housing.

Legislation

On May 27, the decree extending the validity period of planning permissions issued between January 1, 2021, and May 28, 2024, was published in the Official Journal. This text concretizes the commitments made by the Minister of Housing, Valérie Létard, on the sidelines of the international market for real estate professionals (Mipim) last March, to facilitate the resumption of construction sites and the production of housing. Read more

Building permits for new housing up in April

Conjuncture

The number of building permits granted for housing increased by 12,5% in April compared to the previous month, although they still have not reached the cumulative level of permits reached over a year, according to data published on Wednesday, May 28, by the Ministry of Regional Planning. Read more

In a nutshell

Shutters, blinds, BSO: how automation boosts the thermal performance of buildings

Study / Review / Report

For nearly a decade, home automation has been taking root in our homes. Shutters, blinds, lights, heating, alarms, household appliances... connected devices are multiplying, making our daily lives more fluid, more comfortable, and even more fun. Read more

Where do people from the Paris region build their houses?

Study / Review / Report

Domexpo has released the results of its Barometer, produced with Caron Marketing, focusing on the geographic area chosen by residents of the Île-de-France region to build their homes. These results confirm that, while the majority of residents choose to remain loyal to their region of origin, the proportion of those who decide to move away continues to rise. Read more

The challenges of BtoB delivery in 2025

Study / Review / Report

For the fourth consecutive year, Woop has unveiled its Last Mile Delivery Barometer. This latest edition focuses on a new sector: B2B distribution (construction & structural work; office equipment & supplies; DIY & building materials). Read more

The building materials sector is slowly recovering from the KO

Conjuncture by UNICEM

The global economy is digesting the aftershock of an aggressive and confusing US trade policy, with Donald Trump's decisions on tariff increases still evolving! While the extent of the impact on growth and international trade remains uncertain, in France, the construction industry is slowly emerging from the crisis. Read more

Improvement in the existing real estate market in the first quarter

Conjuncture

The French existing property market recovered in the first quarter of 2025, a recovery driven by falling prices and more advantageous credits for households but considered fragile by professionals. Read more

The French economy started the year weakly, confirms INSEE

Conjuncture

The detailed results did not bring any pleasant surprises: French growth was weak in the first quarter, INSEE confirmed on Wednesday, May 28, with a 0,1% increase in GDP, after an equivalent decline in the last quarter of 2024. Read more

Social housing: local elected officials denounce the State's disengagement

Accommodation

At the meeting of the board of directors of the National Stone Aid Fund (FNAP) on May 22, the State decided to give an unfavorable opinion on the resolution increasing the funding for the renovation and construction of social housing to 700 million euros by 2026. Read more

"Social VAT": an "immediate resource" for economists, unfair for its detractors

Tax

On Tuesday, May 27, the Prime Minister expressed the hope that "social partners could take over" the "social VAT" to restore public finances without affecting labor costs. The measure, defended by some economists and employers, remains criticized by unions and the left, who consider it "unfair." Read more

The government will give legal value to the rate of global warming in France

Climate

The government will soon give legal force to France's reference global warming trajectory, which anticipates an average temperature in 2100 4°C higher than that of the pre-industrial era, the Minister for Ecological Transition announced a few days ago. Read more

Decarbonization, sovereignty: Bayrou in Saint-Nazaire sets course for the defense of the oceans

Sustainable Development

Pollution, illegal fishing, climate change: François Bayrou set his sights on Monday, May 26, defending the oceans, which are facing multiple environmental, economic, and geopolitical challenges, during an interministerial committee on the sea (CIMer) in Saint-Nazaire (Loire-Atlantique). Read more

On industrial wastelands, growing the city without cutting back on the fields

Sustainable Development

Skaters training, locals sipping coffee among playful children: life has returned to Fives Cail, a monumental former factory in the heart of a working-class district of Lille, emblematic of the redevelopment of brownfield sites in the North. Read more

The Actibaie Group supports Agnès Pannier-Runacher's position for better consideration of summer comfort in buildings

Organization News

On May 20, the National Assembly's Sustainable Development and Regional Planning Committee heard Agnès Pannier-Runacher on the 3rd National Climate Change Adaptation Plan. Among the measures announced, the Minister emphasized summer comfort. Read more

Struggling to build new social housing, the HLM movement fears a withdrawal from the State

Organization News

The HLM movement again warned on Tuesday, May 27, of its difficulties in building new social housing, particularly that intended for the most modest households, and fears a withdrawal of the State from social housing. Read more

In Chamonix, second homes and furnished tourist accommodation in the sights

City

Chalets at the foot of Mont Blanc costing up to 12 million euros are on display in the window of the Sotheby's real estate agency, in the upmarket center of Chamonix, where hundreds of tourists wander between restaurants and luxury boutiques in a multilingual hubbub. Read more

Manufacturers and Distributors

Sebico has chosen the video format to illustrate in a clear and engaging way the advantages of its Pack'Eau still tank

News Manufacturer by Sebico

Sebico continues its commitment to modern and impactful communication with the release of a new video dedicated to its Pack'Eau still tank. Available on YouTube, this video highlights the technical and environmental benefits of this innovative rainwater harvesting solution. Read more

Hoffmann Green enters into a partnership with the Morisset Group, a historic Vendée player in structural work

News Manufacturer

Hoffmann Green Cement Technologies, an industrial player committed to the decarbonization of the construction sector, which designs and markets innovative clinker-free cements, announces the signing of a strategic partnership with the Morisset Group, a leading Vendée-based family business specializing in the construction of structural buildings. Read more

JCB celebrates its 80th anniversary with its network

Birthday by JCB

JCB, the world's third-largest manufacturer, is celebrating its 3th anniversary this year. To mark the occasion, its dealer network is meeting with customers across France. Read more

Autodesk uses new technology to rebuild fire-ravaged areas of Los Angeles faster

Developer News by Autodesk

Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) announced new funding, technology and support to accelerate rebuilding efforts in wildfire-affected areas of Los Angeles following the devastating events in the region last January. Read more

The Poujoulat Group chooses IFS and Arcwide to support its digital transformation and accompany the growth of its metal branch

Developer News by IFS

The Poujoulat Group, European leader in smoke evacuation systems and wood-energy solutions, announces a strategic partnership with the publisher IFS and its integrator partner Arcwide for the deployment of the IFS Cloud solution. Read more

Videos

ISObric® the new brick of 20 filled with rock wool insulation

Video by Wienerberger

Wienerberger innovates with ISObric®, the 20 cm brick filled with rock wool insulation that perfectly meets the RE 2020 Environmental Regulation. This brick ensures guaranteed comfort and extra space. Ideal for single-family homes and apartment buildings. Read more

Rethinking stormwater with Wavin

Video by Wavin

Faced with the challenges of climate change, it is essential to rethink our water management in cities. To this end, Wavin offers innovative solutions such as smart blue-green roofs, underground ponds, and tree root protection systems. Read more

Self-leveling screed: Discover PRB Planiexpert 3 and its advantages!

Video by PRB

PRB PLANIEXPERT 3 is a high-quality self-leveling compound designed for interior floors, whether new or renovated, and especially IDEAL for floors on large construction sites. Read more

Karma Oak Beam Collection

Video by Decotec

Discover the new 2025 collection of the Karma Oak Beam vanity unit with integrated washbasin from Decotec in video. Read more

Thesis pitch: vibration propagation in buildings

Video by CSTB

Apolline BRISSON, a doctoral student at CSTB, presents her thesis entitled: "Vibration propagation in post-and-beam buildings under multidirectional excitation". School and partners: University of Technology of Compiègne, RATP. Read more

Construction of a 10,86 km highway in Croatia

Video by Drives

Discover the scope of the project led by the Colas Croatia teams: the construction of a 10,86 km motorway. Follow each step, from site preparation to earthworks, including the construction of bridges and overpasses. Read more

Vaillant aroTHERM Split plus – The heat pump for professionals

Video by Vaillant

Discover in this video the advantages of the new aroTHERM Split plus heat pump, specially designed to meet the needs of installers and heating professionals. Read more

Onaya Trading Software - Trading Webinar - Dematerialization of invoices & compliance

Video by Orisha Construction

Electronic invoicing will become mandatory starting September 1, 2026, for all businesses subject to VAT. This represents a significant change for materials dealers, requiring immediate planning. Are you ready? Read more

Products and Materials

Kebony, an eco-responsible wood that outperforms Ipe

Advertising-editorial by Kebony

Excellence at the service of demands: new duravert Venezia and Firenze lines

New product by France

HOPPE, the European specialist in the manufacture of door and window handles, exclusively unveils its two new lines, Venezia and Firenze, from its prestigious duravert collection, the top of the range. Read more

Knauf launches LaPlaK®, the new universal plasterboard for simple and effective renovations

New product by Knauf

Knauf, the world leader in plasterboard, has innovated with its unique board, Knauf LaPlaK®, a universal solution for all renovation needs. Knauf LaPlak® simplifies all renovation projects by streamlining the concerns related to the multiplication of materials to be procured on site, the choice of different types of plasterboard, or even the calculation of the necessary quantities of each specialized board. Read more

Ideal Standard bathroom solutions for the hotel industry: when functionality rhymes with aesthetics and sustainability

Zoom produced by Ideal Standard

Just like the bedroom, the bathroom is the centerpiece of a hotel establishment, as it is considered a major criterion in guests' choice when making their reservation. To offer guests an experience of absolute comfort while meeting the needs of hygiene, durability, and resistance, this room receives special attention during its design or renovation. Read more

Ophira, a collection of bathroom faucets for residential use

New range by Pigsty

A trusted French brand with over 130 years of expertise in ceramics and faucets, Porcher enjoys a very high reputation among professionals thanks to the quality and durability of its products. Read more

Projects and Achievements

Kadans Science Partner announces the first three occupants who will join The Hive in late 2025

Construction site

A few months before the delivery of its first asset in France, Kadans Science Partner is proud to announce the arrival on THE HIVE upon opening of three first players who embody innovation in oncology in France: the Paris Saclay Cancer Cluster, Sanofi and Orakl Oncology. Read more

Kalamua, the first ready-to-use coating specially designed for bio-sourced surfaces, is winning over Parisian facades

Construction site by Saint-Astier®

For this building in the 600th arrondissement, housing homes and offices, the challenge for the architect was significant: renovating XNUMX m² of facades dating from two distinct periods, while improving the building's thermal performance. Read more

Resumption of work on the A69 construction site: a common sense decision for the FNTP

Construction site by FNTP

The National Federation of Public Works welcomes the decision of the Toulouse Administrative Court of Appeal to stay the execution of the judgments of February 27, 2025, which allows the immediate resumption of work on the A69 motorway construction site. Read more

Arcadis delivers the civil engineering works for the electricity converter station of the electricity interconnection project between France and Ireland

Achievement

Celtic Interconnector, the direct current electricity connection project led by RTE and its counterpart EirGrid, has reached an important milestone in its implementation with the delivery of the civil engineering part of the electricity converter station located in Brittany, the design and management of which were led by Arcadis. Read more

The offices of the Denjean & Associés firm renovated by Atelier Compostelle

Achievement

In Paris, interior design studio Atelier Compostelle was chosen to renovate, design, and decorate the offices of accounting firm Denjean & Associés. The preserved Haussmannian style meets modern touches, while carefully designed lighting and a palette of blues bring a distinctive personality to the spaces. Read more

Products of the week


Peripheral cladding of a terrace on pads	Cladding which combines shine and durability	Modular wooden professional housing	Give your customers autonomy
Schluter Systems	Edilteco France	Cistebois	sofinco


92% bio-based colorless rust inhibitor for long-lasting impregnation, infiltration, isolation and protection	World's first fire and flame resistant polymer window	Parquet offering infinite modular composition	Attendance monitoring to ensure worker compliance & safety
Durieu	REHAU Window Solutions	Margaritelli France	Traxxeo

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