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Weekly Building News
2025 - Week 44
Highlights
 
Government announces emergency plan to address historic housing crisis
Accommodation
Faced with the historic housing crisis facing our country and in an extremely tight budgetary context, the Government is taking its responsibilities. At a time when many people are struggling to find housing, when the rental market is drying up, and when housing production is stalling, we must act quickly and decisively, mobilizing all available levers. Read more
 
Slight increase in housing building permits in September
Conjuncture
The number of building permits granted for housing increased by 2,8% in September, compared to August after two consecutive months of decline, according to data published Wednesday, August 29 by the Ministry of Urban Affairs and Housing. Read more
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In a nutshell
 
Small business owners worried and angry about political instability
Study / Review / Report
The 81st wave of the SME Barometer, a quarterly survey conducted by IFOP for Fiducial among 1.013 SME managers, depicts a difficult climate for SME bosses who are experiencing political instability more than ever, thus redoubling their distrust of the government. Read more
 
Energy renovation of co-ownerships: a collective dynamic that is not weakening
Study / Review / Report
On the occasion of the Co-ownership and Housing Show, which will be held at Paris Expo – Porte de Versailles on November 5 and 6, the Cler network proposes to take stock of the dynamics undertaken by co-ownerships for the energy renovation of buildings. Read more
 
The ten most common questions asked by individuals about small everyday jobs
Study / Review / Report
Our homes are our sanctuaries, but the slightest incident can transform them into a breeding ground for domestic troubles. While professional intervention is necessary for certain jobs, everyday problems often lead the French to seek solutions themselves, online. Read more
 
French property prices are stabilizing, with Paris driving marginal national growth.
Conjuncture
The latest market analysis carried out by eXp France reveals that, while the French real estate market has largely stabilized in recent months, Paris continues to be the engine of national performance, with real estate values ​​slightly higher compared to the same period last year. Read more
 
Mortgage rates: a market seeking balance despite a still unstable autumn
Conjuncture
After several months of tension, mortgage rates finally seem to be stabilizing. In November, most banks maintained their rates, while a few adjusted them slightly downwards. A welcome respite in a still fragile economic and political climate. Read more
 
MPs agree on cross-party housing measures in budget
Accommodation
MPs from the left, centre and right have agreed to support several amendments to the 2026 finance bill, aimed at boosting the housing sector, AFP learned on Friday, October 24. Read more
 
2026 Budget: Intercommunalities of France calls on Parliament to rectify the situation
Legislation
As the elected representatives of Intercommunalités de France have been predicting for several weeks, the draft finance bill for 2026 presented by the Lecornu Government includes almost all of the measures announced by François Bayrou when he was Prime Minister, to which are added a few additional unpleasant surprises. Read more
 
Members of Parliament oppose the abolition of the social security contribution exemption for apprentices
Legislation
Members of the Assembly's Social Affairs Committee voted on Tuesday, October 28, against the government's proposed elimination of the exemption from employee contributions for apprentices in the draft social security budget. Read more
 
The Assembly approves the total tax exemption for overtime
Tax
On Saturday, October 25, the National Assembly approved the total tax exemption for overtime hours, proposed by the Republican Right, and on which the government relied on the "wisdom" of the deputies, estimating the measure at one billion euros. Read more
 
The departments are "angry" at the rapid deterioration of their financial situation.
Public finances
Strangled financially by the fall in their revenues linked to the real estate market and by the explosion of their social spending, the departments expressed their anger on Wednesday, October 29, through François Sauvadet (UDI), who counted around sixty departments in great difficulty. Read more
 
CAPEB calls for not sacrificing expenditure on maintenance and preservation of heritage
News Organization by CAPEB
As the International Cultural Heritage Fair is taking place in Paris, the CAPEB is warning about the 2026 Finance Bill, which proposes a reduction of several tens of millions of euros in budgetary allocations dedicated to heritage. It therefore calls on parliamentarians to preserve the funding dedicated to the maintenance of our collective built heritage. Read more
 
The National Federation of Public Works condemns the repeated attacks against companies in the sector
News Organization by FNTP
New acts of vandalism have targeted public works company sites in recent months. These attacks, claimed by radical militant groups, have caused millions of euros in material damage to companies essential to the functioning of our communities. They are completely unacceptable in a state governed by the rule of law. Read more
 
Vinci confirms its 2025 objectives after a good quarter
Company News by VINCI
French construction and energy services giant Vinci has confirmed its outlook for 2025 after experiencing "good overall momentum across the group's various businesses" in the third quarter, according to a press release on Thursday, October 23. Read more
 
The French Rugby Federation (FFR) is taking legal action regarding its future complex in Pantin, initiated under Laporte.
Others
The French Rugby Federation (FFR) has reported to the courts the conditions of the award of its sports and administrative center project in Pantin, carried out under the presidency of Bernard Laporte, the body told AFP on Tuesday October 28, confirming information from Le Canard enchaîné. Read more
 
Manufacturers and Distributors
 
FireAngel announces a collaboration with the social housing provider OPHIS for the deployment of more than 13.000 smoke detectors
News Manufacturer by FireAngel
FireAngel, a manufacturer of advanced fire safety solutions, has formalized a collaboration with OPHIS, the public housing authority based in Clermont-Ferrand. Signed at the H'expo trade show, the contract, resulting from a call for tenders, formalizes the replacement of 13.645 stand-alone smoke detectors (DAAF) in the housing stock managed by OPHIS. Read more
 
Zehnder Climate Ceiling Solutions becomes Qlimate
News Manufacturer by Qlimate
Formerly known as Zehnder Climate Ceiling Solutions, the French company specializing in custom-made heating and cooling ceilings has become QLIMATE. This name change, finalized in December 2024, follows its independence acquired in July 2024. Read more
 
Technibloc celebrates 20 years of sustainable innovation in construction
Birthday by Technibloc
The Technibloc solution, launched in 2005 by the Technibloc Economic Interest Group (GIE), has established itself as a pioneering solution for sustainable construction. A forerunner in terms of low-carbon characteristics, Technibloc already met the requirements of the RE2020 regulation, nearly two decades before it came into effect. Read more
 
Bricoman becomes Tecnomat and realizes its new ambition
Distributor News
With 27 years of experience, Bricoman, a brand of the ADEO group, continues to evolve its model to meet the expectations of a constantly changing market. For nearly ten years, the brand has been undergoing a profound transformation to better support artisanal construction companies. Read more
 
Kingfisher recovers in the first half and raises its forecasts
Distributor News
British DIY retailer Kingfisher, owner of Castorama and Brico Dépôt in France, recovered in the first half of the year after a dismal year and raised its annual targets. Read more
Videos
 
Heritage Ribbons 2025 - Cliff (14)
Video by FFB
National Prize 2025 for municipalities and inter-municipalities with between 3.500 and 20.000 inhabitants. Read more
 
MaPrimeAdapt': who can benefit from it and how much can you receive?
Video by sofinco
Discover how to benefit from MaPrimeRénov', the state aid for your energy renovation work. Read more
 
Discover the paint, coatings and varnish industries with the Génération Industrie Peinture website!
Video
Developed by SIPEV (Syndicat des Industries des Peintures, Enduits et Varnishes), the GIP opens the doors to a varied, evolving and multi-sector professional universe and guides towards the sector's professions, training and career development. Read more
 
What's New in Archicad 29 – Free training available now
Video by Graphisoft
Archicad 29 offers a more sophisticated design experience, improved collaboration, and the power of the AI ​​Assistant (BETA) — directly integrated into your workflow. Read more
 
How to install the KCPAP chimney cap from Cheminées Poujoulat?
Video by Poujoulat
This tutorial shows you the different steps for installing a KCPAP Poujoulat chimney cap. Read more
 
Rainwater harvesting with Simop
Video by Simop
What if you could save money while protecting the planet? Every drop counts! Discover how to easily collect and reuse rainwater with SIMOP solutions. Read more
 
A new brand identity for a group on the move
Video by URETEK® France
New positioning, renewed image and completely updated communication. The SMART GEOTECHNICS slogan and the description of URETEK's activities, GEOTECHNICAL WORKS BY RESIN INJECTION, clearly and distinctively identify them. Read more
 
Warmth and Style: An Entrepreneurial Adventure
Video by Seguin
Today, we're meeting Vincent ADE, manager of Chaleur&style, a SEGUIN Group retailer with an inspiring vision. Vincent and his wife Corinne have built, with commitment and rigor, a true story of trust and proximity with their customers... and with the SEGUIN Group. Because behind every partner, there's a human adventure, made of challenges, convictions, and passion. Read more
Products and Materials
 
Schöck Isokorb® IQ distinguished by the "New Products Artibat 2025" program
Contest / Prize / Trophy by Schoeck
The jury of the "ARTIBAT 2025 New Products" initiative, composed of representatives from CAPEB, ARTIBAT, design offices, AQC and craftsmen as well as a construction journalist, selected the Schöck Isokorb® IQ thermal break among the innovative solutions presented at the ARTIBAT trade fair. Read more
 
How does the choice of wood transform the decoration?
Zoom produced by Bjelin
When it comes to wood flooring, few factors influence the look of a room as much as the choice of wood—that is, its natural character. To understand the different wood options and achieve the perfect look for an interior design project, Bjelin Key Account Manager Anton Andersson sheds some light and reveals which wood choices are popular. Read more
 
Ecomatic heated baseboards: What if this winter, heating (finally) became a real comfort?
Zoom produced by Ecomatic
As autumn gently approaches, it's time to think about thermal comfort. What if, this year, heating wasn't just useful, but truly enjoyable? For over 20 years, Ecomatic has offered a counter-current alternative: invisible, silent, and enveloping baseboard heaters that gently transform the way we heat our homes. Read more
 
New self-regulating single-flow CMV Ventilis auto and Ventilis Auto DH Autogyre
New product by Autogyro
Faced with environmental and energy challenges, current regulations, the strengthening of the DPE (Energy Performance Diagnosis), etc., the renovation market in France continues to grow. Read more
 
Rector's new Thermoprédalle BA 0,2: the highest-performing precast concrete flooring solution on the market
New product by Rector
Ensuring the thermal performance of all collective housing and tertiary buildings, without exception, while minimizing their carbon footprint: this is the objective of Rector's latest innovation in its Thermoprédalle BA range which will be unveiled at the ARTIBAT trade fair (Hall 10A – stand D49). Read more
 
Projects and Achievements
 
The A26 architecture firm is orchestrating the transformation of the town centre of Lamorlaye (60)
Project
In Lamorlaye, in the Oise department, the town center redevelopment project proposed by the architecture firm A26 has been selected by the town council and residents. The plan includes redesigning the central square to improve pedestrian access, developing economic activity with the creation of new shops, adding greenery to public spaces, and renovating public facilities such as the town hall and market hall. These are just some of the elements A26 plans to address to revitalize the heart of the town. Read more
 
Lyon-Turin Base Tunnel: Implenia, NGE and Itinera reach a key milestone in the tunnel with the construction of the first vault of the final lining on the French side
Construction site
Operational project 8, led by the Implenia consortium (lead contractor), NGE and Itinera, is responsible for excavating the first 5678 m of the entrance on the French side of the Lyon-Turin base tunnel, under the project management of TELT, for a total of €228 million. Read more
 
A new senior residence designed by Plurial Novilia in Sillery
Achievement
Plurial Novilia, a subsidiary of the Action Logement group, which manages more than 39.000 homes in the Champagne-Ardenne and Île-de-France regions (Seine-et-Marne and Essonne), is today inaugurating a new senior residence in Sillery (Marne). Read more
 
Real-life driving tests on the world's first dynamic induction charging highway
Realization by VINCI
Carried out on the A10, around forty kilometers southwest of Paris, by a consortium led by VINCI Autoroutes, in collaboration with Electreon, VINCI Construction, Gustave Eiffel University and Hutchinson, the "Charge as you drive" project consists, for the first time in the world, of deploying a dynamic induction charging system on the highway in real traffic conditions. Read more
 
Renovating to consume less: the keys to a successful renovation by Lorillard Façades
Realization by Lorillard
Lorillard Façades, a specialist in building envelopes, recently carried out an emblematic energy renovation project in the 19th arrondissement of Paris, on the Sérurier residence, a building from the 1950s. Read more
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