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Installer Show 2026

 

Tuesday 23rd June 2026

TimeSessionDescription
10:15 – 11:15MD Member Breakfast (invitation only)Exclusive networking breakfast for Managing Directors, providing an opportunity to connect with fellow industry leaders before the show opens. (InstallerSHOW 2026)
11:15 – 12:00Technical Session: Beyond the Basin – Plugging the UK’s Water Gap Through Ofwat’s Water Efficiency Lab
England faces a water shortfall, with an estimated deficit of nearly 5 billion litres per day in England by 2055. In Wales, climate change means that the country faces a significant water management challenge, with an increase in demand projected to grow sharply by 2055 if action isn’t taken.To help address this challenge, Ofwat established a £100 million Water Efficiency Fund to drive a transformative, sustained, and measurable reduction in water demand across England and Wales. This includes £25 million for its Water Efficiency Lab (WEL), a new challenge-led competition to attract innovative solutions to specific water efficiency challenges and unlock progress on water efficient technology, processes and approaches.In this session, Jude Noro from Ofwat and Hannah Dummett from Challenge Works will:

  • Introduce Ofwat’s Water Efficiency Lab to the audience
  • Showcase the inaugural winners of the first WEL competition on Actionable Insights, including speakers from some of the winning projects. The first competition sought innovations that could provide households and businesses with tailored, actionable insights about their water usage to support them to reduce their consumption
  • Highlight further funding opportunities available through the second WEL competition, which seeks innovations to reduce customer-side leakage, launching on 3 August 2026

Speakers include Andy McLean (Bathroom Association) and Jude Noro (Ofwat).

16:00 – 18:00Race for Change Drinks ReceptionWelcome reception celebrating participants in the inaugural Race for Change charity challenge. The event brings together teams from across the construction sector to recognise and celebrate the initiative. (InstallerSHOW 2026)

Wednesday 24th June 2026

TimeSessionDescription
10:15 – 11:15Member BreakfastNetworking breakfast for Bathroom Association members with refreshments and opportunities to reconnect with industry colleagues. (InstallerSHOW 2026)
13:00 – 13:45Explore how Digital Marketing and Social Media can be used to grow your brand

Join full-service marketing agency, Leopard Co, for a masterclass on using social media and digital marketing to generate sales.
Speakers will be Jacob Styler and Georgia Cantrill.

14:15 – 14:45Stronger Together: Shaping the Future of the UK BathroomBathroom Association CEO Daphne Doody-Green discusses the industry’s key challenges and opportunities, including water efficiency, smart technology, AI, skills shortages and regulation. The session also outlines the Association’s vision, member benefits and future priorities. (InstallerSHOW 2026)
16:00 – 16:30The Designer’s DiscoAn informal networking and social event hosted by the Bathroom Association, featuring DJ Rob Stephenson and designed to help visitors unwind and connect after a busy day at the show. (InstallerSHOW 2026)

Thursday 25th June 2026

TimeSessionDescription
10:15 – 11:15Member BreakfastNetworking breakfast for Bathroom Association members. (InstallerSHOW 2026)
11:15 – 12:00Technical Session: International Code CouncilA technical session examining international plumbing and building codes, global best practice and the work of the International Plumbers Network (IPN). Speakers include Andy McLean, Tom Roberts (International Code Council) and Mark Falcon (IPN). (InstallerSHOW 2026)
13:00 – 13:45Bridging the Skills Gap: A Collaborative Blueprint for Future SkillsPanel discussion on addressing skills shortages in the bathroom sector as technology, water efficiency requirements and changing customer expectations reshape installer competencies. Featuring leaders from the Bathroom Association, CIPHE, BiKBBI and industry partners. (InstallerSHOW 2026)
14:15 – 14:45Mark Millar Live Q&AExclusive interview and audience Q&A with TV construction expert Mark Millar, hosted by Bathroom Association CEO Daphne Doody-Green, discussing careers, industry trends and lessons from construction and television. (InstallerSHOW 2026)

 

 

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