Nicolas Roussel
Gustave Eiffel University, France
Steering Committee Chair & Scientific Committee Co-chair
The RILEM International Conference on Concrete and Digital Fabrication, known as Digital Concrete, is a
biennial event that brings together experts from academia and industry to discuss advancements in
digital fabrication technologies in construction. Starting with ETH Zurich in 2018, the conference
series continued at Eindhoven University of Technology (2020), Loughborough University (2022), and
Technical University of Munich (2024).
Each Digital Concrete conference has significantly contributed to the advancement of digital fabrication technologies in construction, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange among experts worldwide. Following the successful previous events, we are delighted to announce the upcoming 5th RILEM International Conference on Concrete and Digital Fabrication (DC2026), which will take place from 18th to 21st of October 2026 in Nanjing, China. The 6th International Conference on 3D Printing Concrete Materials and Structures (3DPCMS-2026) will be held alongside DC2026.
The joint conference will be hosted by Southeast University and co-organized by the State Key Laboratory of Engineering Materials for Major Infrastructure, the China Concrete & Cement-based Products Association (CCPA), and Sobute New Materials Co., Ltd..
Before the formal conference, Doctoral Course will be provided for graduate and PhD students on 16th to 17th of October 2026.
We look forward to welcoming researchers, practitioners, industry leaders, and policymakers from around the world to foster deeper collaboration, networking, and knowledge sharing in the exciting journey towards a digitally driven and sustainable future in construction.
Each Digital Concrete conference has significantly contributed to the advancement of digital fabrication technologies in construction, fostering collaboration and knowledge exchange among experts worldwide. Following the successful previous events, we are delighted to announce the upcoming 5th RILEM International Conference on Concrete and Digital Fabrication (DC2026), which will take place from 18th to 21st of October 2026 in Nanjing, China. The 6th International Conference on 3D Printing Concrete Materials and Structures (3DPCMS-2026) will be held alongside DC2026.
The joint conference will be hosted by Southeast University and co-organized by the State Key Laboratory of Engineering Materials for Major Infrastructure, the China Concrete & Cement-based Products Association (CCPA), and Sobute New Materials Co., Ltd..
Before the formal conference, Doctoral Course will be provided for graduate and PhD students on 16th to 17th of October 2026.
We look forward to welcoming researchers, practitioners, industry leaders, and policymakers from around the world to foster deeper collaboration, networking, and knowledge sharing in the exciting journey towards a digitally driven and sustainable future in construction.
| Important dates | |
|---|---|
| 1st July 2025 | Open for registration & abstract submission |
30th September 2025 20th November 2025 | Deadline of abstract submission |
| 30th November 2025 | Abstract acceptance |
| 28th Feburary 2026 | Deadline of full paper or extended abstract submission |
| 31th May 2026 | Final submission |
| 16th-17th October 2026 | Doctoral course |
| 18th October 2026 | Conference registration and RILEM TC meetings |
| 19th-21st October 2026 | DC2026 and 3DPCMS-2026 joint conference |
Organizers
Southeast University, RILEM
Co-organizers
State Key Laboratory of Engineering Materials for Major Infrastructure
China Concrete & Cement-based Products Association (CCPA)
Sobute New Materials Co., Ltd
Steering Committee
Chair
Nicolas Roussel, Gustave Eiffel University, France
Members
Freek Bos, Technical University of Munich, Germany
Dirk Lowke, Technical University of Munich, Germany
Robert Flatt, ETH Zurich, Switzerland
Richard Buswell, Loughborough University, United Kingdom
Viktor Mechtcherine, Dresden University of Technology, Germany
Conference Chairs
Chairs
Changwen Miao, Southeast University, China
Jiaping Liu, Southeast University, China
Co-chairs
Yamei Zhang, Southeast University, China
Yongmo Xu, China Concrete & Cement-based Products Association, China
Organizing Committee
Chair
Yamei Zhang, Southeast University, China
Co-chairs
Yu Chen, Southeast University, China
Wenqiang Zuo, Southeast University, China
Invited Members
Yunsheng Zhang, Southeast University, China
Hailong Wang, Zhejiang University, China
Jianzhuang Xiao, Tongji University, China
Hai Fang, Nanjing Tech University, China
Li Wang, Hebei University of Technology, China
Peng Feng, Tsinghua University, China
Dongmin Wang, China University of Mining and Technology-Beijing, China
Yu Chen, China Concrete & Cement-based Products Association, China
Members
Cheng Yu, Sobute New Materials Co., Ltd, China
Zhangli Hu, Southeast University, China
Zijian Jia，Nanjing Tech University，China
Min Yang, CCCC First Highway Consultants Co., Ltd., China
Xingzi Liu, Southeast University, China
Ruilin Cao, Nanjing Tech University, China
Mingyang Feng, China Construction Eighth Engineering Division. Corp. LTD, China
Scientific Committee
Chair
Viktor Mechtcherine, Dresden University of Technology, Germany
Co-chairs
Nicolas Roussel, Gustave Eiffel University, France
Freek Bos, Technical University of Munich, Germany
Dirk Lowke, Technical University of Munich, Germany
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Freek BosTechnical University of Munich, Germany
Steering Committee Member & Scientific Committee Co-chair -
Dirk LowkeTechnical University of Munich, Germany
Steering Committee Member & Scientific Committee Co-chair -
Robert FlattETH Zurich, Switzerland
Steering Committee Member -
Richard BuswellLoughborough University, United Kingdom
Steering Committee Member -
Viktor MechtcherineDresden University of Technology, Germany
Steering Committee Member & Scientific Committee Chair -
Changwen MiaoSoutheast University, China
Conference Chair -
Jiaping LiuSoutheast University, China
Conference Chair -
Yamei ZhangSoutheast University, China
Conference Co-chair & Organizing Committee Chair -
Yongmo XuChina Concrete & Cement-based Products Association, China
Conference Co-chair -
Yu ChenSoutheast University, China
Organizing Committee Co-chair -
Wenqiang ZuoSoutheast University, China
Organizing Committee Co-chair
| Time | Oct.16 | Oct.17 | Oct.18 | Oct.19 | Oct.20 | Oct.21 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morning | Doctoral course | Doctoral course | Registration & RILEM TC FPC meeting | Opening ceremony | Oral presentations | Oral presentations |
| Oral presentations | ||||||
| Poster | Poster | |||||
| Afternoon | Registration & RILEM TC ADC meeting | Oral presentations | Oral presentations | Oral presentations | ||
| Closing ceremony |
Coming soon...
Conference Abstract Submission Now Open
We are pleased to announce that the abstract submission are officially open for our conference. To begin your submission, please follow these steps:
1. Register & Login
Click "Register" at the top-right corner to create your account. After registration, use "Login" to access the system
2. Submit Your Abstract
Navigate to the "Submission" section
Download required documents: Abstract template & Submission Guidance
Click the 
button to enter the submission portal
Submit your abstract on the submission portal as instructed in the Submission Guidance.
As part of DC2026 & 3DPCMS-2026, we are pleased to offer a dedicated training course specifically
designed for PhD and Master students. Scheduled for October 16–17, 2026, this course will provide
participants with advanced insights and specialized knowledge related to the key themes of the
conference. Participants will explore topics such as “general fundamental knowledge”, “hydration and
rheology, drying and durability”, “process, design, robot, practical” and “structural behaviors,
application, architectural design, robotic automation”.
Further information regarding course content, registration details, and instructor profiles will be
announced shortly. Stay tuned!
Nanjing attractions
1. Sun Yat-sen Mausoleum
Iconic tribute to China's democratic pioneer. Its unique bell-shaped design symbolizes vigilance. Represents a pivotal chapter in modern Chinese history.
Distance: 27km | Range: 35 mins drive
2. Xiaoling Tomb of the Ming Dynasty
The mausoleum of the Ming Dynasty’s founding emperor, Zhu Yuanzhang, and his wife Ma, is one of the largest imperial tomb complexes in China.
Distance: 27km | Range: 35 mins drive
3. Confucius Temple
Nanjing Confucius Temple was built in Song Dynasty (A.D.1034) and expanded in East Jin Dynasty. Nowadays it has re-expressed its splendid civilization in the world and has been regarded the special scenery of Nanjing.
Distance: 20km | Range: 40 mins Metro / 25 mins drive
4. Xuanwu Lake
Nanjing's largest lakeside park (368 hectares) featuring five scenic islands, blending nature and recreation seamlessly.
Distance: 27km | Range: 1 hr Metro / 30 mins drive
5. Nanjing Niushoushan Cultural Park
Established in late 2015, Niushoushan Cultural Park invites visitors to immerse themselves in the mystic landscapes and sacred relics of Niushou Mountain—a breathtaking ancient Buddhist site in the south of Nanjing.
Distance: 12km | Range: 20 mins drive
6. Jinling Ancient Town
It is located in the west of Niu Shou Mountain Cultural Tourism Area. Through the changes in scenes and recollections of the splendor of Jinling, it vividly reproduces the thousand-year-old Jinling style of banquets, elegant gatherings, and the elegance of celebrities.
Distance: 12km | Range: 20 mins drive
Discover more Nanjing attractions: http://njlyw.cn/websitenew/web (Official Tourism Website)
Coming soon...
Contacts：
Prof. Wenqiang Zuo
Tel：
+86 15105198319
Email：
digitalconcrete2026@gmail.com
Sponsorship Contacts：
Prof. Yu Chen
Tel：
+86 19004393771
Email：
y_chen@seu.edu.cn