Cement, concrete and masonry professionals from around the world came to Las Vegas for the World of Concrete trade show, Jan. 21-23 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. Attendees experienced hands-on demos with the latest tech, expert-led sessions on industry trends and best practices, and unparalleled networking opportunities.
More than 1,400 exhibitors spanned 750,000 sq. ft. of outdoor and indoor exhibit space, showcasing the most sought-after products and services from advanced material handling equipment to the latest in decorative concrete and precast technologies. Complementing the exhibits, the 2025 WOC Education Program offered more than 180 sessions of solid, in-depth learning options from technical applications to project management to safety-relevant topics for every skill level.
More than 40%of the educational offerings for this year’s iteration were brand new, including “Future of Cementitious Materials: Portland-Limestone Cements & Other Blended Cements” by Portland Cement Association Concrete Technology Director Michelle Wilson; “Strategies & Solutions for the Unprecedented Construction Problems of the Past Five Years,” by Big Town Concrete CEO Rich Szecsy; and “Selection of Concrete Repair Material” by Structural Technologies Founder and CEO Peter Emmons.
In addition to exhibits and educational opportunities, WOC 2025 attendees had the chance to participate in a variety of events including the Concrete Industry Management (CIM) Silent and Live Auction, the hands-on Work Truck LIVE!, 3D Printing Luncheon and Open Forum, SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500 World Championship, and the thrilling SAIA Scaffold Builders Challenge.
“World of Concrete is the cornerstone of progress for the global concrete and masonry industries and the foundation upon which the infrastructure of our cities and communities is built,” said Jackie James, vice president of World of Concrete. “Through an unwavering commitment to environmental responsibility, hands-on learning and cutting-edge solutions, World of Concrete empowers attendees with the tools, resources and connections to shape the future of the concrete construction and masonry industry. From roads and bridges to buildings and urban landscapes, the work facilitated here is instrumental in advancing the vital infrastructure that supports economies and societies across the globe.”
