The Scottish Federation of Housing Associations Limited is pleased to host the annual Property Repairs and Maintenance Conference 2026 at the Radisson Blu Hotel in central Glasgow. As Scotland's social housing movement navigates complex regulatory shifts, evolving decarbonisation benchmarks, and ongoing economic pressures, this flagship two-day conference provides an essential national forum for housing professionals, asset managers, and technical specialists. Designed specifically to equip registered social landlords and housing cooperatives with actionable insights, the event focuses on enhancing tenant satisfaction, boosting property durability, and delivering high-quality, sustainable homes across Scottish communities. Attendees will participate in visionary keynote speeches, interactive policy debates, and peer-led learning panels that explore both the immediate challenges and long-term horizons of housing maintenance.
Strategic Priorities & Sector Transformation
The 2026 agenda centers on critical operational priorities currently reshaping the social housing landscape across Glasgow and Scotland. Primary focus will be given to accelerating net-zero retrofit commitments while managing practical expenditure constraints. Experts will evaluate the practical implications of revised building safety legislation, damp and mould mitigation protocols, and updated energy performance expectations for social housing stock. Through real-world case studies, delegates will discover how leading housing associations are balancing proactive asset planning with rapid-response maintenance operations. Dedicated plenary panels will examine how data-driven predictive maintenance models can reduce emergency call-outs, optimize contractor performance, and significantly extend the lifespan of existing residential buildings.
Interactive Workshops & Technical Learning
Across the two-day gathering, delegates can tailor their conference experience by joining specialized breakout sessions tailored to their key operational responsibilities. Technical workshops will delve into low-carbon heating installations, thermal envelope enhancements, and moisture management in traditional tenement buildings. Operational streams will address best practices in customer communication, complaint resolution, and tenant engagement during major repair projects. Additionally, legal experts will present guidance on compliance frameworks, procurement strategies, and contractor risk management. These hands-on masterclasses ensure that every attendee gains practical skills, statutory clarity, and evidence-based methodologies that can be immediately implemented within their respective housing associations.
Exhibition, Digital Innovation & Networking
Complementing the structured speaker programme is an expansive exhibition hall featuring leading technology providers, green construction innovators, and specialised repair contractors. Delegates will have direct access to cutting-edge demonstration zones highlighting modern methods of construction, internet-of-things sensors for environmental monitoring, and mobile repairs management platforms. Structured networking sessions, including speed-mentoring slots and an evening delegate reception, offer unmissable opportunities to build strategic partnerships, exchange operational frameworks, and foster collaborative solutions with peers from across Scotland. By bringing together diverse experts from all corners of the social housing sector, the event establishes a supportive framework for collective progress.
Registration, Delegate Value & Summary
Attending the SFHA Property Repairs and Maintenance Conference 2026 is an essential investment for housing professionals committed to operational excellence and high-quality tenant service. Attendees will leave with comprehensive delegate resource kits, actionable policy briefs, and a renewed strategic roadmap for property management. Whether you represent a small community-based housing cooperative or a large regional housing association, this conference delivers unparalleled educational and networking value. Secure your delegate placement early to participate in shaping the resilient, sustainable, and warm housing communities of tomorrow.
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Keynote addresses from senior housing policy leaders and government delegates.
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Deep-dive technical sessions covering net-zero retrofits and thermal performance.
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Practical compliance workshops on damp, mould prevention, and tenant safety.
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Exhibition hall showcasing cutting-edge digital asset management tools.
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High-value networking sessions with social housing leaders across Scotland.
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