Dear IBT Innovator / Contractor / System Owner,
The Department of Human Settlements (DHS), in partnership with the National Home Builders Registration Council (NHBRC), is pleased to invite emerging contractors, innovators, and system owners to participate as exhibitors at the Innovative Building Technologies (IBT) Summit 2026.
The IBT Summit is a national platform aimed at accelerating the adoption and institutionalisation of Innovative Building Technologies as a key instrument in advancing South Africa’s sustainable human settlements agenda and economic transformation.
Summit Details
Event: IBT Summit 2026
Dates: 3–4 February 2026
Venue: NASREC Expo Centre, Corner Rand Show Road and Nasrec Road, Johannesburg
Exhibition Opportunity
Emerging contractors, innovators, licensees, and system owners are invited to:
• Exhibit approved, emerging, or prototype IBT solutions
• Showcase innovative construction methods, materials, and systems
• Engage government, industry leaders, financiers, and international delegates
Participation will be confirmed upon receipt and verification of the completed RSVP form.
Enquiries
Mandla Gumede | mandla.gumede@dhs.gov.za | 082 750 6478
Issac Hartley | isaach@nhbrc.org.za | 081 758 7794
Busiswa Mlandu | busiswam@nhbrc.org.za | 083 794 3430
We look forward to your participation in shaping the future of innovation in the human settlements sector.
Kind regards,
IBT Summit 2026 Organising Committee
Department of Human Settlements | NHBRC