World of Concrete 2025 welcomes 57,908 visitors for education and industry innovation
Over 1,500 exhibiting companies and concrete professionals gathered in Las Vegas

World of Concrete 2025 gathered 57,908 registered professionals and 1,522 exhibiting companies on an expansive show floor inside and outside of the Las Vegas Convention Center in January. Thousands of the latest concrete tools, technologies, and equipment were previewed.
Concrete industry educational resources and skills development
More than 180 educational sessions aimed to provide contractors, builders, and companies with the skills to bring operations to the next level through business strategy and project management. Concrete fundamentals courses were directed at those entering the workforce, while leadership courses helped to enable participants to succeed in professional development. Experts shared insights into current industry topics such as changes in regulations, geological conditions, work force trends, and growth opportunities throughout the sector.
Products and services for material handling, concrete reinforcement, concrete masonry, cement production, and decorative concrete for all types of building, repair, demolition, and reconstruction could be found at the show.
"This event sets the standard for excellence in construction, both excelling in size, attendance, and engagement, as well as the ability to deliver highly relevant and tailored content to our various audience types," says Jackie James, vice president of World of Concrete. "It provides actionable insights and tangible takeaways that attendees can take into the real world, empowering them to thrive in their roles and stay ahead as the knowledge gained at WOC is applied in the day-to-day work."
Skills competitions
Special events at World of Concrete had concrete and masonry masters go head-to-head to compete for championship titles, including the SPEC MIX BRICKLAYER 500 World Championship, assembling 27 masons from around the world competing for the title of World's Best Bricklayer along with $125,000 in cash and prizes, including a new 4x4 Chevrolet truck, a Kubota RTV-X1130 utility vehicle, and an Essick Pro12 mixer. Mason Cole Stamper and tender Forest Stamper, brothers from Kentucky, took home the grand prize, with Darian Douthit crowned as Top Craftsman.
To support skill development of the next generation of builders, the Mason Contractor's Association of America hosted the Masonry Skills Challenge, consisting of first, second- and third-year apprentices showcasing their expertise in a surprise project without any preparation or assistance.
The Construction Industry Management (CIM) auction included live and silent auctions, raising a record-breaking collective $2.15 million for the CIM initiative, a business-intensive program that awards students with a four-year Bachelor of Science degree in Concrete Industry Management programs at one of five public universities.
"DY Concrete Pumps is celebrating our tenth year at World of Concrete - we love this show," says Braden Huggins, DY Concrete Pumps. "If you're in the concrete business this is where you have to be. Anybody and everybody in the concrete industry is here at this show and it pays off."
Exhibiting companies included Bobcat, DeWalt, Ford Pro, Hilti, Blaklader Workwear, Kubota, and Milwaukee Tool, among others.
Leading edge technology
Technology-forward solutions were also showcased, with Lucid Bots, Ripik AI, Procore, and Dusty Robotics among the exhibitors showcasing how construction is leveraging future-facing technologies to increase efficiency, demonstrating applications of robotics, automation, artificial intelligence, and clean energy poised to revolutionize safety, performance, and speed.
Exhibitors at WOC celebrated milestone anniversaries, honouring the companies that have helped lead the evolution of the construction landscape for many years. Anniversaries included Mack Trucks, commemorating 125 years in business and Caterpillar recognizing 100 years serving the construction industry.
World of Concrete will return to the Las Vegas Convention Center January 20-22, 2026, with education beginning January 19.