Thank you for joining us for this BOPAS Forum which comprised of insightful presentations and panel discussions on themes that are relevant to you and the MMC sector. The Forum also included the BOPAS certification awards and a factory tour.
Wednesday 11 June 2025
10:00 – 14:30
Laing O’Rourke, Explore Industrial Estate, Explore Way, Worksop, S80 3Fd, United Kingdom.
Agenda
Topic: Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) and Other Social Infrastructure, and Innovation under One Roof
This panel session explored how Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) are driving transformation across:
- 🏫 Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) – design, speed, and scale
- 🏗️ Social Infrastructure delivery – major project experience, systemised approaches
- 🏡 Sustainable, scalable MMC – lessons from other sectors and crossovers
Hosted at one of the UK’s most advanced offsite manufacturing facilities, the session aims to provide real-world insight, challenge outdated assumptions, and encourage collaboration across traditionally siloed sectors.
Showcased real examples of MMC in action across PBSA and other social infrastructure
Explored how offsite approaches improve productivity, quality, and sustainability
- Identify barriers and opportunities in procurement, policy, or skillsets
- Engage the audience with forward-looking insights and practical takeaways.
Post-event Materials
BOPAS Forum presentation June 2025
Additional Information
For further information on BOPAS accreditation and other services, please contact:
Telephone: 07779 905 822
Email: Jonathan Yates
Web: www.bopas.org
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