We are pleased to share the announcement of the 17ᵗʰ International Conference on the Durability of Building Materials and Components (DBMC 2026), taking place July 20–24, 2026 at Concordia University, Montreal.
Hosted by Concordia University in collaboration with the National Research Council Canada (NRC), this triennial conference (established in 1978) is a leading global forum for advancing scientific knowledge, technical innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration in the durability and performance of building materials, components, and systems.
Conference Themes
- Evaluating the durability of building materials and components
- Climate change and environmental resilience
- Decarbonization, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and environmental impacts
- Rapidly developing technologies in construction
Keynote Speakers
- Marianne Armstrong – Strengthening Canada’s Buildings in a Changing Climate: A Journey from Research to Resilience
- Keith Hampson – Collaborating Towards a Sustainable Built Environment: An International Outlook
- Ana Silva – Use of Artificial Intelligence in Service Life Prediction and Maintenance Planning
- Christer Sjöström – Climate Change and Energy Shift: Expectations on the Building and Construction Sector and Industry
Why Attend?
- Participate in high-quality technical sessions and workshops
- Network with leading researchers, practitioners, and industry experts
- Experience the vibrant culture and history of Montreal in the summer
Conference proceedings will be published in a Scopus-indexed series.
Abstract submission deadline: September 30, 2025
For more details, visit the DBMC 2026 website.