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Weekly Building News
2026 - Week 21
Highlights
 
The rise in energy prices has an "immediate" impact on construction companies.
Conjuncture
"Fuel in the construction industry is the energy of production": at the CarrionTP depot, a public works company based east of Lyon, the rise in diesel prices is forcing adaptation. Read more
 
Housing crisis: the National Housing Council approves the government's bill
Legislation
On May 21, the National Housing Council (CNH) issued a favorable opinion on the government's draft bill aimed at addressing the housing crisis. This bill, presented as a response to the "national housing emergency," must now be examined by Parliament in the coming weeks. Read more
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In a nutshell
 
Zero-interest loan: one year after its return, what is the assessment for homeownership and new homes?
Study / Review / Report
The Zero-Interest Loan (PTZ), discontinued for new homes in January 2024, made its grand return on April 1, 2025, extended to the entire country and all types of new housing. One year after its reinstatement, HEXAOM, France's leading home builder and renovator, has released initial figures on buyer profiles and demonstrated its impact on sales and the creditworthiness of first-time buyers, particularly during periods of rising interest rates. Read more
 
Presidential election 2027: from the ecological challenge to budgetary constraints, the shift in French priorities
Study / Assessment / Report by hello
At a time when purchasing power is at the forefront of daily concerns, energy issues are forcing increasingly concrete choices for the French. These dynamics take on particular significance in the lead-up to the 2027 presidential election. Read more
 
More arbitrations for insurance refusals in 2025
Study / Review / Report
The number of decisions issued by the body that can be contacted in the event of a refusal of insurance, the BCT (for central pricing office), increased in 2025, according to its annual report published Wednesday, May 13, particularly in car insurance and home insurance. Read more
 
No real recovery in new home sales to individuals yet expected by early 2026
Conjuncture
The new housing market is still struggling to regain solid momentum at the start of 2026. According to the latest data published on Tuesday, May 19 by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Development, reservations for new housing made by individuals registered a slight increase in the first quarter, without confirming a sustainable recovery in the real estate sector. Read more
 
International context: 82% of SME managers are worried about their business
Conjuncture
The 83rd wave of the SME Barometer, a quarterly survey conducted by IFOP for Fiducial among 1.001 SME managers, paints a picture of a business climate that remains uncertain for SMEs. Many managers are concerned about the current international context. Read more
 
Affordable housing construction: the Banque des Territoires is mobilizing €100 billion by 2030
Accommodation
The Banque des territoires, a branch of the Caisse des dépôts (CDC) and the state's financial arm, announces a massive €100 billion plan dedicated to the construction of affordable housing by 2030. This funding aims to support the recovery of the real estate sector, in a context of persistent housing crisis and slowdown in new construction. Read more
 
Urban renewal: 69.000 social housing units already delivered
Accommodation
Some 69.000 social housing units have already been delivered under the New Urban Renewal Program (NPNRU), announced the Director General of the National Agency for Urban Renewal (Anru) on Wednesday, May 20, who reassured everyone about the agency's financial situation. Read more
 
The Senate has once again approved the agreement between social partners on negotiated terminations.
Legislation
On Monday, May 18, the Senate approved, for the second time, the transposition into law of an agreement concluded between social partners to reduce the duration of unemployment insurance compensation in the event of a negotiated termination, a text rejected in the National Assembly due to a lack of mobilization of government troops. Read more
 
The Minister of Housing launches a charter to strengthen the reliability of property diagnosticians.
Regulation
Minister for Cities and Housing Vincent Jeanbrun launched on Thursday May 21 a charter of rules of ethics, training and representation of the profession of real estate diagnosticians, often accused of fraud. Read more
 
Claire Thoury, an activist and community leader at the head of the CESE
Appointment
With Claire Thoury, it is an activist from the non-profit sector who takes the helm for five years of the Economic, Social and Environmental Council (Cese), which this sociologist by training will have to defend against accusations of uselessness and waste of public funds. Read more
 
REP PMCB: Building tradespeople are asking public authorities to finally listen to their voice
News Organization by CAPEB
The mobilization of small construction businesses remains strong and was once again demonstrated during the public consultation, which ended yesterday, Tuesday, May 19, on the draft regulations for the overhaul of the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) scheme for PMCB (preventive maintenance, recycling, and construction materials), reflecting the Government's decisions. The message is clear: all expressed their opposition to the elimination of this free buyback program as of December 31, 2026. Read more
 
The Real Estate Diagnostics Alliance calls for the construction of a unified and credible representation of the sector.
Organization News
On the occasion of the Real Estate Diagnostic Conference held on May 21 under the auspices of the public authorities, the Real Estate Diagnostic Alliance wishes to take a clear position: the structuring of the profession can no longer wait. Read more
 
One in two Parisian tenants spends a third of their income on housing, the supply of which has decreased in 16 years.
City
Half of the tenants in the Parisian private sector spend more than 34% of their resources on rent, while the number of private rental properties has fallen by 3% between 2006 and 2022, according to studies by INSEE and the Paris Region Institute (IPR) published a few days ago. Read more
 
The government has confirmed the freeze on tax breaks despite the increase in the minimum wage.
Socials
Minister of Public Accounts David Amiel confirmed on Friday, May 22, that the reductions in social security contributions for companies on low wages would be frozen, despite the increase in the minimum wage on June 1. Read more
 
Manufacturers and Distributors
 
Kebony participates in the Carrefour International du Bois 2026
News Manufacturer by Kebony
Kebony, the Norwegian brand of eco-friendly wood, is renewing its participation in the Carrefour International du Bois (International Wood Fair). This leading event for the industry will be held on June 2nd, 3rd and 4th, 2026, at the Nantes Exhibition Center. Read more
 
Heiwa is in top form in 2025 and is showing its ambitions for 2026
News Manufacturer by Hiwa
Despite a still mixed market, Heiwa reports a very solid 2025 result and confirms the relevance of its strategy: expansion of product ranges, increased activity in the service sector, innovations adopted by the market and strengthening of the installer network. Read more
 
Wedi France confirms its growth in 2025 and outlines its ambitions for 2026
News Manufacturer by Wednesday
After a year of growth in 2025 despite a challenging construction market, wedi France is approaching 2026 with ambition and a methodical approach. This includes accelerating specification projects, expanding into new markets such as healthcare and off-site construction, strengthening strategic partnerships, and integrating high-value innovations. Read more
 
Private swimming pools are on the rise, and public swimming pools need to be developed: the industry wants to democratize access to the benefits of water.
Organization News
The French are the European champions of family swimming pools: the country now has nearly 3,7 million! In 2025, approximately 90.600 new households decided to take the plunge to enjoy these bubbles of well-being and conviviality at home, and the number of quotes issued recorded an increase of +2,8% compared to 2024. Read more
 
David Muntañola is appointed Managing Director for France at Algeco
Appointment by Algeco
Algeco France, a subsidiary of Modulaire Group, announced a few days ago the appointment of David Muntañola as Managing Director with immediate effect. Read more
Videos
 
Face Atlantique x Rockwool
Video by Rockwool
Welcome behind the scenes of a major timber construction project in Brittany, where innovation and environmental performance come to life. In the Rennes region, the Legendre Group is bringing together its timber-related activities within a single industrial hub, encompassing the manufacture of timber frames, insulated timber-frame facades, and modular timber construction. Read more
 
Case study – Bouygues Construction improves layout efficiency with Leica iCON iCS50
Video by Leica Geosystems
Discover how Bouygues Construction, one of the leading players in the construction industry in France, improved the efficiency of its sites thanks to the Leica iCON iCS50. Read more
 
Wavin PVC+: an eco-designed French product, without compromising on quality
Video by Wavin
Before even arriving on site, a pipe already has a story. In Varennes-sur-Allier, Wavin PVC+ pipes and fittings are manufactured with meticulous attention to detail at every stage, from raw material to finished product. Made in France and NF certified, their production is designed to guarantee consistent quality and identical performance during installation, project after project. Read more
 
A durable roof for life: Rheinzink-prePatina Eco Zinc clear
Video by Rheinzink
Are you looking for a durable, low-maintenance roof that retains its luster for decades? RHEINZINK-prePATINA ECO ZINC light zinc embodies precisely this feeling of serenity and reliability. Read more
 
Implementation between EDIL-Voutain + CI joists
Video by Edilteco France
This video from EDILTECO France demonstrates the implementation of the EDIL-Voutain + CI EPS infill, an innovative solution with an integrated thermal break for prestressed beams. It details the technical steps for installation, cutting, and reinforcement to optimize the insulation and mechanical performance of floors. Read more
 
14th out of 35 boats. Result of Team ORCOM at the 2026 Banque Populaire Grand Ouest Trophy
Video by Orcom
14th out of 35 boats. This is the result of Team ORCOM at the Banque Populaire Grand Ouest 2026 Trophy, led by Tiphaine Ragueneau and Pierre Leboucher after 4 days of racing. Read more
 
Nexo Downlight - Visual comfort and high performance
Video by Sylvania Group
Nexo offers a new aesthetic for recessed downlights with a smooth, semi-matte reflector and an opal diffuser. Providing low glare (UGR less than 19) and up to 1500 lm for the 150 mm version and up to 4.050 lm for the 205 mm version, Nexo is ideal for hotels, offices, schools, and any other space where comfortable lighting is essential. Read more
 
Vision 2050 | The building sector is ready for the low-carbon transition
Video by FFB
Decarbonizing the building sector will not happen without a profound transformation of the industry. Companies will need to continue evolving their businesses, practices, and construction methods. Read more
Products and Materials
 
With Homematic IP, the smart home becomes its own comprehensive security and alarm system.
Advertising-editorial by Homematic IP
Unlike a traditional alarm system, a smart home solution interconnects different components to ensure true access control and trigger alarms when needed, even remotely. According to a recent study*, 77% of French people say that seeking better home security is one of the main motivations for purchasing home automation equipment. Read more
 
PRB Manucem 12H: The new generation binder for screeds walkable in just 12 hours
New product by PRB
PRB, a building solutions expert and member of the Holcim Group, announces the launch of PRB MANUCEM 12H. This semi-fast setting and drying binder is designed to meet the speed and high strength requirements of construction sites, both new and renovation. Read more
 
Solarlux presents its range of wood products with remarkable stability and unparalleled durability
Range evolution by Solarlux
A living, noble, and timeless material, wood is more than ever at the heart of current architectural expectations. Faced with a growing demand for sustainable, high-performance, and aesthetically pleasing solutions, Solarlux is reinforcing its commitment and presenting its entire range of wood products, true embodiments of expertise, innovation, and environmental responsibility. Read more
 
Souchier-Boullet unveils NR-Core: a new range of monitoring solutions for Building Management Systems (BMS)
New range by Souchier Boullet
Faced with new regulatory requirements and the acceleration of the energy transition in the building sector, SOUCHIER-BOULLET unveils NR-Core, a new generation of supervision solutions designed to control and optimize the energy performance of commercial buildings. Read more
 
New range of Qlima heat pumps
New range by Qlima
In a context where controlling thermal comfort is becoming essential throughout the year, Qlima is enriching its offering with a new range of air-to-air heat pumps: the SC 70 series. Read more
 
Projects and Achievements
 
The redesign of the Louvre Museum has been entrusted to two architectural firms.
Project
The vast redevelopment project of the Louvre Museum, including a new room for the Mona Lisa, has been awarded to a group of two architectural firms and a landscape and urban planning firm, the Ministry of Culture announced on Monday, May 18. Read more
 
ELLE will open its very first beach resort in 2028: ELLE Resort & Beach Club in Bali
Project
The world's leading fashion and lifestyle media brand, ELLE, which just celebrated its 80th anniversary in 2025, announces a new chapter in its expansion with the launch of its new seaside hotel concept, ELLE Resort & Beach Club Bali, the first of its kind in the world, with 168 suites and penthouses. Read more
 
In Rennes, the Vilaine river is now open to the sky to serve as an "island of coolness"
Construction site
The first phase of the "extraordinary" construction project in downtown Rennes, aimed at uncovering the Vilaine River, is coming to an end with the "nibbling away" of the last few meters of the slab that served as a parking lot, announced the mayor of the Breton capital, Nathalie Appéré, on Thursday, May 7. Read more
 
Novaxia and Interconstruction deliver Cristal Clichy, a residence of 108 apartments resulting from the recycling of a brownfield industrial site in Clichy (92)
Achievement
Novaxia and Interconstruction announce the delivery of a 108-unit residential building and a retail space in Clichy (92), created through the complete redevelopment of a former industrial site. Developed jointly, the project covers a floor area of ​​8.250 m² and is scheduled for delivery in March 2026. Read more
 
Lorillard is restoring the woodwork of the Nombre d'Or residence in Montpellier, respecting the work of Ricardo Bofill.
Realization by Lorillard
In Montpellier, in the Antigone district, ACM Habitat entrusted Lorillard Bâtiment Occitanie with the restoration of the joinery of the Nombre d'Or residence, an emblematic complex designed in 1984 by the architect Ricardo Bofill. Read more
Products of the week

Solution for waterproofing clay soils sensitive to shrinkage and swelling

Wood blade for cladding

Secure and connected bike rack

Construction site spotlights and crane headlights with high-power LED technology

ATE

Kebony

France

Noveti

8-channel underfloor heating controller, motorized control

LED panels and linears

Vanity unit

Autonomous battery-powered water tank

Homematic IP

LITED

Decotec

ATDV
 
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