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Weekly Building News
2025 - Week 30
Highlights
 
MaPrimeRénov': the announcement of a restricted reopening of aid for comprehensive renovations on September 30 worries the sector
Regulation
MaPrimeRénov' grants will resume in September, but on a more limited basis following a significant influx of applications since the beginning of the year, which has ensured the government exceeds its overall energy renovation targets for housing, as well as exceeds the budget planned for 2025. Read more
 
Business insolvencies at their highest level in the second quarter of 2, but the situation is improving for the construction sector
Conjuncture
The Altares group, a long-standing expert and benchmark in business data, today unveiled its figures for business failures in France for the second quarter of 2. This quarter ended with a total of 2025 collective proceedings opened. This level remains very high, but with the increase now contained at 16.586%, suggesting a slowdown in failures by the end of the year. Read more
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In a nutshell
 
What rental space can you expect with the average French salary depending on the region?
Study / Review / Report
In 2025, the average net salary will reach €2.735, up 3,8% compared to 2024. However, this trend does not allow the French to systematically gain rental space. In some cities, the number of accessible square meters is decreasing. Other areas, on the contrary, offer better rental power. Read more
 
Craftsmen and energy transition: key players in renovation
Study / Assessment / Report by sofinco
As energy renovation becomes a national priority in the face of climate and economic challenges, building tradespeople play a central role on the ground, while having to adapt to an increasingly demanding environment. Read more
 
For 3.800 years, agriculture and grazing have accelerated erosion in the Alps.
Study / Review / Report
For 3.800 years, grazing and then agriculture have had a strong impact on Alpine soils, accelerating their erosion at a rate much faster than that of their natural formation, according to a recent study. Read more
 
Clouds on the horizon for the building materials sector
Conjuncture by UNICEM
The recovery plan for the real estate sector (and therefore the building materials sector) appears to be getting more complicated with each passing month. While it was well underway in late 2024 and early 2025, with falling interest rates and slowing property prices, the recovery plan has been showing hesitant signs since the spring and particularly at the start of summer. Read more
 
Construction industry denounces the drop in the electricity conversion coefficient in the DPE
Regulation
FILMM (National Union of Manufacturers of Manufactured Mineral Wool Insulation) and AIMCC (Association of Construction Product Industries) are warning of the harmful effects of the Government's unilateral decision to lower the primary energy coefficient (PEC) of electricity from 2,3 to 1,9 in the calculation of the DPE, as of January 1, 2026. Read more
 
The decree authorizing gradual retirement from the age of 60 published in the Official Journal
Legislation
The decree lowering the right to phased retirement to 60 years from the current 62 years was published in the Official Journal on Wednesday, July 23, with entry into force on September 1. Read more
 
2026 Budget: Local authorities "shortchanged by nearly 10 billion euros," according to the CFL
Public finances
On Tuesday, July 22, André Laignel, chairman of the Local Finance Committee (CFL), estimated the budgetary effort requested by the government from local authorities for 10 at nearly "€2026 billion," twice the officially announced contribution. Read more
 
Elysée Palace spending: the Court of Auditors welcomes management efforts, while expressing some reservations
Public finances
The Court of Auditors welcomed the "progress in terms of organization and management" made by the Presidency of the Republic in 2024, while noting "room for improvement" in terms of housing and management of security personnel, in a report made public on Friday, July 18. Read more
 
The Senate asks the State to return support for wood pellet heating
Sustainable Development
Propellet, the national association of wood pellet heating professionals, welcomes the publication of the Senate information report "A sector emerging from wood", adopted by the Senate Economic Affairs Committee on July 9, 2025. This report devotes a significant place to wood pellets in France's industrial and energy strategy. Read more
 
Photovoltaic projects on roofs and shade structures, popular with local authorities, are being called into question by the Gremillet bill.
Renewable energy
The solar alliance of the territories[1], in response to the Greenunivers article, is sounding the alarm: the reduction in the number of roof and parking shade projects in the 100 to 500 kWc power segment is akin to a 2-year moratorium for the photovoltaic sector in France. Read more
 
Heat wave? How to use your heat pump to cool your home this summer
Guide / Advice / Tutorial
With Météo France predicting a hotter summer in 2025 than last year, many French people are looking for solutions to cool their homes. Long considered a luxury or a gadget, summer comfort is now considered essential by both policymakers and manufacturers and is a decisive criterion for consumers when choosing their equipment. Read more
 
Appointment of Damien Skaky as President of FNEDRE: a new boost for a profession in full expansion
Appointment
The FNEDRE (National Federation of Underground Network Detection Companies) announces the appointment as its president of Damien Skaky, a committed entrepreneur and director of a design office specializing in network mapping. Read more
 
CCCA-BTP 2025 Barometers: apprenticeships in the construction industry, explained by those who experience it every day
Training by CCCA-BTP
The results of the 2025 edition of the three barometers carried out by the CCCA-BTP through an online survey have been published: the Apprentice Life Barometer (BVA), the Business Life Barometer (BVE) and the Training Organizations Life Barometer (BVOF). Read more
 
Winners of the 2025 Regional Wood & Biosourced Construction Prize and signatories of the Breton Wood & Biosourced Pact
Contest / Prize / Trophy
Fibois Bretagne and the Breton Federation of Bio-based Industries [FB]2 have unveiled the eight winners of the 8 Regional Wood & Bio-based Construction Award and the eight signatories of the Breton Wood & Bio-based Pact, following a joint event held on June 2025 in Cancale. This is an opportunity to highlight the commitment of Breton professionals to environmentally friendly construction methods. Read more
 
Manufacturers and Distributors
 
Julien Gamerro joins the board of directors of Kebony, leader in sustainable wood
Appointment by Kebony
A renowned engineer and entrepreneur, Julien Gamerro brings more than 15 years of expertise in timber construction and sustainable innovation to Kebony. His appointment marks a new milestone in the Norwegian company's strategic evolution. Read more
 
PRB, a subsidiary of Holcim, announces the arrival within the Group in France of the company Algimouss, a specialist in exterior maintenance and protection products.
News Manufacturer by PRB
PRB, a subsidiary of Holcim, a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, is proud to announce the acquisition of Algimouss, a leading French company specializing in exterior building maintenance and protection products. Read more
 
Technal and Wicona obtain new FDES with world leaders in glazing
News Manufacturer by Wicona
TECHNAL and WICONA have established separate partnerships with AGC Glass Europe and Saint-Gobain Glass France to publish 8 FDES (Environmental and Health Declaration Sheets) for low-carbon recycled aluminum windows equipped with low-carbon double glazing: a major step forward for buildings with a low environmental footprint. Read more
 
Interface publishes its 2024 impact report
News Manufacturer by Interface
Interface, a global flooring company and leader in sustainability, today released its 2024 Impact Report. This document details the company's commitment to ESG (environmental, social, and governance) initiatives. It also highlights the progress Interface has made toward its ambitious goals while meeting customer expectations—with aesthetics, reliability, and real-world impact. Read more
 
Infobox Revolution v3: connected innovation to remotely optimize building ventilation and more easily withstand summer heat peaks
Online tools by IVT:
As summer heat waves become more frequent and intense, ensuring optimal thermal comfort while limiting the use of air conditioning is a challenge for building managers. Read more
Videos
 
Tour de France event
Video by tramico
On Tuesday, July 8, SOUDAL welcomed TRAMICO employees and their families for a friendly and unifying experience. A tour of the site, activities, and a live broadcast of the race were all part of a wonderful event dedicated to sharing. Read more
 
Stratobel Mirox, safety mirror for all interiors
Video by Glastetik
In hotels, gyms, schools, public buildings, train stations, and even airports, mirrors are essential to allow everyone to see themselves. The Stratobel Mirox was specially designed for public buildings. Read more
 
Discover the PURE range – Solid wood street furniture by Grijsen
Video by France
The PURE series embodies the essence of sustainable, stylish and functional street furniture, designed to enhance public spaces while respecting the environment. Read more
 
Rockmur 40 mm
Video by Rockwool
ROCKWOOL is expanding its range of high-performance thermal and acoustic insulation panels with the introduction of a new 40 mm thickness within the Rockmur range. Read more
 
LITED presents the Sintra
Video by LITED
Discover the SINTRA LED parabolic panel in this video presented by Florian, Purchasing and Supply Chain Director at LITED! This luminaire offers excellent luminous efficiency and is ideal for your commercial projects. Read more
 
Thermal kettles, how to adapt?
Video by sofinco
Thermal strainers, kettles, poor insulation: 9 million French people live in overheated or freezing homes, with skyrocketing energy bills. And no, air conditioning isn't a miracle solution: it provides relief but exacerbates the problem. Read more
 
The future Versailles station – Construction sites
Video
Located in the commune of Versailles, in the Chantiers district, the Versailles - Chantiers station provides connections with the RER C lines, the Transilien network and the TGV. Read more
 
Simplified installation of Schöck products on the construction site thanks to QR codes on the products
Video by Schoeck
At Schöck, they are committed to making the installation of their products as safe, simple, and quick as possible. That's why their thermal breaks are equipped with a QR code that allows you to access installation instructions in just a few clicks. Read more
Products and Materials
 
Foundation consolidation: technical comparison between expansive resin injections and micropiles
Advertising-editorial by URETEK® France
Foundation reinforcement: a comparison between expansive resin injections and micropiles. Resins, ideal for existing buildings, guarantee rapid, non-invasive interventions that can be monitored in real time, while micropiles, suitable for greater depths, require complex construction sites. Read more
 
The Rocks: Concord's new LED high bay light fixture by Sylvania Group with solid performance and unfailing durability
New product by Sylvania Group
As a vital link in global trade, industrial sites, warehouses and high-rise logistics platforms play a crucial role in the storage, movement and production of goods. Read more
 
PRB Crépichaux F: the art of lime, sublimated
New product by PRB
True to its commitment to preserving old buildings, illustrated by the HISTORIA range, PRB is launching a new decorative mineral coating with air lime, PRB CRÉPICHAUX F. A product at the crossroads of technical innovation and artisanal heritage, designed to enhance and preserve heritage facades. Read more
 
Condtrol launches Beton pro, a digital concrete strength tester
New product by Edma
CONDTROL, a manufacturer of laser measuring devices and diagnostic tools, whose products are distributed in France by EDMA, is offering BETON PRO, a new digital concrete strength tester. Read more
 
Bluetek expands its range of electric single and double opening skylights
Range evolution by Bluetek
BLUETEK, the French leader in natural smoke extraction, zenithal lighting, and façade solutions, is expanding its electrical range. BLUETEK simplifies the management of its single- and double-opening skylights thanks to simplified connection and installation, optimized cable cross-sections, and enhanced safety to deal with snow at high altitudes thanks to a snow load of up to SL 1000, all of which allows for reduced electrical currents and easier control of the fleet of skylights on a building. Read more
 
Projects and Achievements
 
Confluence Project, a new footbridge to cross the Ill: an essential engineering structure for soft mobility
Project
As part of its cycle development project, Colmar Agglomeration, supported by the engineering group Ingérop, announces the installation of an aluminum footbridge crossing the Ill River. The infrastructure, designed to facilitate soft mobility and connect existing greenways, marks a major step in the development of sustainable mobility in the region. Read more
 
Bormes-les-Mimosas (83) construction site: Jouplast drainage plates to preserve soil permeability
Realization by Jouplast®
Integrating rainwater management into the design phase of development projects is an essential element in developing a "sustainable city." This approach helps address numerous challenges: flood prevention, water resource preservation, water recovery system performance, and adapting cities to climate change (fighting heat islands, etc.). Read more
 
Ehret designs an exceptional facade in Munich
Realization by The honor
In Munich's vibrant and cultural Maxvorstadt district, a new high-end residential project is enhancing Türkenstraße. Designed by Hilmer Sattler Architekten Ahlers Albrecht and led by developer Real-Treuhand Immobilien Bayern GmbH, this complex of four six-story buildings blends seamlessly into the surrounding urban fabric. Read more
 
SIT deploys 138 new charging points for electric vehicles in Béziers, Arcachon and Aigues-Mortes
Achievement
SIT (Société pour l'Investissement en Infrastructures des Territoires) is taking a new step in the national electric charging network: by the end of 2025, it will install 138 charging points for electric vehicles in three French tourist towns, in close consultation with the communities concerned. Read more
 
PPG celebrates 10 years of community involvement and brightens the daily lives of patients at Muret Hospital Center
Realization by PPG Industries
For 10 years, the COLORFUL COMMUNITIES® program has embodied and brought to life PPG's commitment to protecting and beautifying the world. As part of this commitment to solidarity, and among ongoing global projects, the Muret Hospital, a public healthcare facility specializing in geriatrics and supporting people with disabilities, has benefited from a new, colorful environment and a landscaped garden. Read more
Products of the week

rainwater collector

Professional facade paint / D2 / D3

Cladding which combines shine and durability

Heat pump and air conditioning cover

Araltec

ITE-SHOP

Edilteco France

Poujoulat

World's first fire and flame resistant polymer window

The first LED luminaire for the tertiary sector made of paper

Low-profile shower trays in lightweight resin

Design software for layout, kitchen and dressing room

REHAU Window Solutions

Sylvania Group

Creazur France

A.Doc
 
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