FIS is inviting members to take part in the Construction Showcase at this year’s SkillBuild National Final, taking place at the Marshall Arena, Milton Keynes, on 18–19 November 2026.
The Construction Showcase is an interactive experience hub featuring hands-on activities and live demonstrations designed to inspire young people to explore careers in construction. As part of the showcase, FIS will be highlighting the breadth of opportunities and skills within the finishes and interiors sector and we are looking for members to help bring the stand to life.
Whether through interactive activities, practical demonstrations or engaging displays, this is an excellent opportunity to promote your specialist skills, engage with future talent and help inspire the next generation to consider a career in the sector.
Construction Showcase opening times:
- Wednesday 18 November: 09:00–16:00
- Thursday 19 November: 09:00–15:00
If you’re able to support the FIS stand, please contact Beena Nana at beenanana@thefis.org by Friday 11 September.
The Construction Showcase forms part of the SkillBuild National Final, the UK’s largest multi-trade skills competition. Visitors will have the chance to watch the country’s top scoring apprentices and trainees compete across a range of trades including Drylining, Bricklaying, Carpentry, Plastering, Painting and Decorating, Wall and Floor Tiling, and Joinery, with projects transforming from blank canvases into impressive displays of craftsmanship, skill and precision.