2nd EuGLC Conference, Lille, France, 2026
October 29 – 30
A must-attend event for shaping the future of Lean Construction in Europe.
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About
The European Group for Lean Construction
The EuGLC conference is the continuation of the EGLC Group, a network of lean construction practitioners and academics created in 2004.
EuGLC is a new departure for this network, which wishes to strengthen its European dimension, not limited to the European Union but extended to the whole of continental Europe. EGLC has therefore become EuGLC. Europe is rich in diversity, and EuGLC is proposing that the construction sector exchange best practice, culture and know-how, while defining its own lean approach adapted to current developments in the sector.
The EuGLC conference will be the annual event of this group, which will be piloted by the Lean Construction Institutes that exist in Europe. It includes all practitioners, consultants, academics, constructors, and students in the construction industry.
The European Group for Lean Construction (EuGLC) is a network of practitioners, consultants, academics, and students in the construction industry that meet to share, listen, learn, and debate strategies to develop and implement lean thinking in construction.
Conference Programme — Day 1
2nd EuGLC Conference · Lille, FranceWelcoming & Registration
Centrale Lille Institute · Coffee & Tea
Inaugural Ceremony
Pr. Zoubeir LAFHAJ & Toyota representative
Workshop Session
Coffee Break
Networking · Posters session
Workshop Session
Lunch Time
Imagine & Make room
Peer-to-peer Networking Session
Keynote 1
Title & speaker to be announced
Presentation 1
Title & speaker to be announced
Presentation 2
Title & speaker to be announced
Coffee Break
Networking · Posters session
Presentation 3
Title & speaker to be announced
Roundtable 1
Title & speakers to be announced
Gala Dinner
Conference Programme — Day 2
2nd EuGLC Conference · Lille, FranceWelcoming & Registration
Centrale Lille Institute · Coffee & Tea
Welcoming
Pr. Zoubeir LAFHAJ
Keynote 2
Speaker: Toyota Valenciennes · Title to be announced
Presentation 4
Title & speaker to be announced
Presentation 5
Title & speaker to be announced
Coffee Break
Networking · Posters session
Presentation 6
Title & speaker to be announced
Presentation 7
Title & speaker to be announced
Roundtable 2
Title & speakers to be announced
Lunch Time
Imagine & Make room
Business Meetings
Toyota Visit
Why Attend EuGLC 2026 ?
Discover the transformative power of lean construction at EuGLC 2025, where Europe’s leading minds gather to shape the future of the construction industry. This event offers unparalleled opportunities to learn, network, and collaborate, making it the premier destination for innovators and professionals dedicated to advancing lean practices.
Connect with Industry Leaders
Engage with top innovators, experts, and peers to build meaningful connections and expand your professional network.
Gain Cutting-Edge Insights
Explore the latest trends, strategies, and success stories in lean construction across Europe.
Shape the Future of Construction
Participate in discussions and workshops to influence the future strategies of lean construction in the European context.
About The Event
EuGLC 2025 is the first international conference of the European Group for Lean Construction. It aims to raise awareness of Lean Construction as a method and catalyst for improving construction processes, particularly on a European scale.
International cooperation needs to be strengthened, which is why we have invited leading international experts and pioneers to contribute to the European construction sector as a whole. The conference is also supported by the members of the European lean construction institutes.
The European Group for Lean Construction is delighted to welcome researchers and young researchers, companies and all stakeholders in the construction sector with a workshop on 29 October and an international conference day on 30 October in Lille.
Register
Don’t miss the opportunity to attend the Lean Construction event of the year! Register today to secure your spot at EUGLC 2025 and join hundreds of professionals, experts, and researchers from the industry to share ideas, learn, and collaborate.
Deadline: 23/03/2025 midnight.
Speakers
Meet the voices shaping the 2nd EuGLC Conference. Click a speaker to view their full profile and presentation.
Dr Trevor McSharry
Presentation
Lean Construction Ireland Maturity Assessment Tool
Summary
Lean Construction Ireland, in collaboration with Atlantic Technological University (ATU), has developed a new Lean Maturity Assessment Tool to help organisations across Ireland's built environment sector understand their current level of lean maturity. The assessment provides valuable insights into organisational strengths and improvement opportunities, enabling companies to establish strategic priorities and accelerate their lean transformation journey.
This presentation will outline the background and development of the tool, explain its purpose and benefits, and provide a live demonstration of the assessment process, including data entry requirements and the insights generated through the reporting outputs.
Biography
Dr Trevor McSharry is Head of the School of the Built Environment at Atlantic Technological University (ATU), with over 30 years of experience across both the multinational and higher education sectors. Trevor is deeply committed to bridging the gap between education and industry through meaningful collaboration. Together with his departments across ATU, Trevor has led the creation of Ireland's largest suite of online programmes and consortium-led apprenticeships for the Irish construction sector.
Trevor holds a Doctor of Education, specialising in change and leadership in higher education. He is a Chartered Engineer and Fellow of Engineers Ireland, as well as a certified Project Management Professional. His academic and professional qualifications also include an MBA from Dublin City University and a Postgraduate Certificate in BIM and the Digital Environment.
His research and consultancy interests span leadership, project and change management, lean construction, and process optimisation. Since 2018, Trevor has served as a founding director of Lean Construction Ireland (LCi) and currently holds the role of Treasurer.
