Presentation
The European Demolition Association EDA is thrilled to announce its Annual Convention 2025!
Join the event from June 12th to June 13th in the breathtaking setting of Venice, Italy.
In collaboration with the European Decontamination Institute, EDI and NADECO, the National Association of Demolition and Circular Economy for Construction in Italy, this convention will bring together professionals from the demolition, decontamination, and recycling (DDR) industries worldwide. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and innovate with the best in the field!
Preliminary Program
Thursday, June 12th
Reception and accreditation of the participants
15:30 Circular Economy Awards presentations and EDA General Assembly (for EDA members only)
19:30 Welcome Cocktail at Murano Glass Cathedral
Friday, June 13th
Multilingual conferences with simultaneous interpretation.
8:30 – Reception and accreditation of the participants
9:00 Official opening
Conference Session 1
- Sustainable deconstruction of industrial structures at the port of Buenos Aires
Maximiliano Mauriño, GRUPO MITRE - Asbestos removal in power plant demolition projects
Rui Silva, INTERAMIANTO - Explosive demolition in the USA
Dr. Anthony Konya and Rong Gilbert, DETX
Coffee break, networking and exhibition
Conference Session 2
- Controlled demolition of the Michelangelo hotel (Milan, Italy)
Stefano Panseri, DESPE - The Chromium (VI) regulatory paradox – colorful into the lungs
Markus Sommer, KAVARMAT - The Japanese demolition industry: future prospects, challenges and problems
Tomotaka Yano , JAPAN DEMOLITION CONTRACTORS ASSOCIATION (JCSDA)
Lunch, networking and exhibition
Conference Session 3
- A first for DDM: Europe’s first suspension bridge dismantling
John Patist, DDM DEMONTAGE BV - Can a small company work on nuclear projects?
Wesley Princen , AANNEMINGSBEDRIJF PRINCEN NV
Coffee break, networking and exhibition
Conference Session 4
- Demolition of the La Salle Causeway Bridge
Ryan Priestly, PRIESTLY DEMOLITION - Two months in ten seconds: The untold story of explosive demolition
Alex Hadden, BAM BROWN AND MASON GROUP
17:00 End of professional program
20:00 Gala Dinner at Pescheria Di Rialto
Leisure Program for companion – Friday, June 13th
Visit the amazing Venice
This guided walking tour will take you through Venice’s charming “calli” (narrow streets) and “campielli” (small squares) for an intimate look at the city’s hidden gems.
Starting with a private water taxi transfer from the Hotel Excelsior to St. Mark’s, you’ll embark on a journey with a knowledgeable guide, discovering Venice’s rich history, stunning Gothic and Byzantine architecture, and iconic landmarks like the Church of San Giovanni e Paolo.
The tour will wrap up with a traditional lunch in a cozy square, followed by some free time for shopping before your water taxi back to the hotel. Don’t miss this chance to explore Venice beyond the usual tourist spots!
Leisure Program for all participants – Saturday, June 14th
Canal tour and the historical Venice
This guided walk will take you through Venice’s charming “calli” (narrow streets) and “campielli” (small squares), discovering hidden gems and landmarks like the Church of San Giovanni e Paolo. Start with a water taxi transfer from the Hotel Excelsior and enjoy Venice’s history and architecture along the way.
The tour concludes with a traditional lunch and free time before returning to the hotel. Don’t miss this special Venice experience
