Built Environment European Summit 2026

Europe’s Premier Industry Event

Overview

The 4th edition of the RICS Built Environment European Summit returns and this time to Athens, Greece! It’s a dynamic forum for connection, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators who are shaping the future of the built environment.

Join us for an immersive two-day summit designed to inform, inspire, and connect professionals shaping the future of the Built Environment across Europe. The programme brings together engaging, hands-on workshops, visionary keynote addresses from industry leaders, and thought-provoking panel discussions led by experts at the forefront of real estate, finance, infrastructure, and sustainable urban development. Whether you're forging new partnerships, exchanging ideas, or reconnecting with peers, this summit should be marked in the calendar of any professional working in the Built Environment within Europe, and is designed to foster strong and meaningful relationships that extend far beyond the event itself.

Come ready to collaborate, connect, and contribute—because the conversations you’ll be part of here will help define the next era of real estate, infrastructure, and resilient, sustainable cities.

Why Attend?

Engage with Industry Leaders – Hear from top industry leaders, policymakers, and experts shaping the European built environment.

Stay Ahead of Market Trends – Gain exclusive insights into market dynamics, regulatory changes and risk & resilience strategies.

Expand Your Network – Connect with built environment professionals, investors, developers, financial institutions and government stakeholders alike.

Explore Cutting-Edge Innovations – Discover new technologies, investment strategies, and best practices in land, real estate, infrastructure and finance.

Be Part of the Conversation – Engage in discussions that will influence policies, shape industry standards, and drive sustainable and resilient strategies across Europe.

Our summit will explore:

• Urban futures: Sustainable urban development
• Decarbonisation and value creation
• Future-Proofing Portfolios Through Operational Performance
• Overtourism and impact on built environment
• Market insights: Capital, Investment & Risk
• Impact of ESG in valuation
• Financing for the built environment 
• The future of construction and infrastructure in the built environment
• Digital transformation and AI

In partnership with

Knowledge partners

Gold sponsor

Silver sponsor

Gala dinner sponsor

RICS network partner

Media partner

If you are interested in partnership opportunities or if you have any questions, please contact Gina Ding at gding@rics.org and Anna Orcsik at aorcsik@rics.org