K-CONSAFETY EXPO 2026 to Showcase AI-Driven Transformation and Hyper Safety in Construction Industry

• Spotlight on Physical AI–Driven Innovations in Construction and Safety
• Introducing the ‘Hyper Safety’ Paradigm: AI-Powered Risk Prediction and Control
• Co-located with the Urban Safety Technology Expo: Expanding the Convergence of Industrial and Public Safety
• Second Early-Bird Registration Open Until May 29: Discounts and Exclusive Benefits Available

The 2026 Korea Construction & Safety Expo (K-CONSAFETY EXPO 2026), a specialized exhibition focused on smart construction and safety technologies, will be held from October 14 to 16, 2026, at KINTEX Exhibition Hall 1 in Korea.

Reflecting one of the most critical industrial trends—AI Transformation (AX)—this year’s expo adopts the main theme: “Industrial & Construction AX Transformation and the Hyper Safety Platform.”
This theme signifies a paradigm shift beyond simple digitalization, toward an era of Hyper Safety, where artificial intelligence proactively predicts risks and prevents accidents before they occur.

■ AI Reshaping Construction Sites: The Rise of Physical AI

The construction industry is rapidly embracing “Physical AI,”where generative AI converges with robotics to transform on-site operations.

At the expo, a wide range of field-applied AI solutions will be showcased, including:

Autonomous logistics and task robots

Wearable robots designed to prevent worker injuries

Quadruped inspection robots and drone-based safety inspection systems

These technologies are gaining attention as essential tools that replace high-risk tasks while simultaneously enhancing productivity and safety.

In particular, the Advanced Safety Pavilionwill present key technologies from government-led smart construction pilot projects, such as:

Positioning systems for non-line-of-sight environments

Integrated AI monitoring platforms

Real-time accident prediction AI agents

■ Integration of Industrial and Public Safety: Expanding into “K-SAFETY WEEK”

The expo will be co-located with the 2026 Urban Safety Technology Expo, which focuses on public safety technologies such as:

Climate crisis response solutions

Smart city integrated control systems

Aging infrastructure maintenance technologies

Together, these events will form “K-SAFETY WEEK,”positioning itself as Korea’s largest integrated safety industry platform—covering everything from private construction sites to urban infrastructure and public safety.

■ A Business-Oriented Exhibition Delivering Tangible Results

A variety of business programs will be organized to facilitate market expansion and real contract opportunities, including:

Construction Safety Leaders Forum (CSOC)with safety executives from major contractors

Guided docent tours for public procurement officials

Export consultation meetings with overseas buyers invited by KOTRA

Purchase consultation sessions with verified industry buyers

The 3rd K-Consafety Awardsrecognizing innovation in safety

In 2025, the expo achieved approximately KRW 60 billion (USD ~45 million)in business consultation outcomes.
For 2026, further growth is expected, particularly driven by AX-based safety solutions.

■ Early Bird Discount Available Until May 29

Exhibitor registration is currently open. Companies applying by May 29will receive a KRW 200,000 discount per booth.

Interested companies can submit their applications via the official website or contact the secretariat directly.

A KINTEX official stated,

“This expo serves as a key platform where government smart construction policies and industry demand for AI transformation converge. It offers participating companies a valuable opportunity to validate technologies and enter new markets simultaneously.”