In the Spotlight

BCF v4.0 - Pre-Release Questionnaire

The BCF Group is preparing a proposal to buildingSMART for the next version of the BCF API and XML. This new version will be developed as a buildingSMART project, which will rely on active participation and contributions from the community.

We are currently gathering feedback on several proposed features and changes for the next version. This questionnaire presents an overview of these proposed updates, and we invite your input to help shape the future of the standard.  🔗

buildingSMART Updates 

Join us for the Inaugural openBIM Hackathon     
22-24 March, we’re bringing together developers, designers, and BIM specialists for an intensive 48-hour building marathon. 🔗

Porto SummitPCert Exclusive  
“In-person” Summit attendees can take the buildingSMART PCert Foundation exam for free in Porto on 25 March. Registration opens 26 February 2026, and eligible participants will receive an email with details.

ACCA Achieves 6 IFC Software Certifications!

Explore the full list of certified tools and discover the breadth of IFC-compliant solutions shaping the future of openBIM. 🔗

Don’t Miss These Upcoming Webinars

Why BIM - and openBIM - matters for the Maritime sector

Join the Maritime Domain as they dive into openBIM, exploring the added value it brings to the Maritime sector and how openBIM standards are being shaped.

13 February 2026

14:00 - 14:45 CET

Building Domain

Town Hall

Join the Building Domain as they

provide updates on projects for IoT Interoperability, Fire Safety IDS, and

Asset Operations Handover (AOH).

26 February 2026

16:00 - 17:30 CET

openBIM Toolkit

Create, share and use consistent terms and definitions with bSDD 🔗

Define your information exchange requirements with IDS 🔗

Validate models ensuring IFC Data Compliance 🔗

Useful Links

Standards Committee Consultation 🔗

buildingSMART Membership Benefits 🔗

Upcoming Events

March 24 - 26, 2026

buildingSMART International Summit – Porto 🔗

📍Alfandega Congress Center, R. Nova da

       Alfândega, Porto, Portugal

With thanks to our Porto Summit Sponsors

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Sponsorship Packages

Sponsorship opportunities for the Porto Summit are still available and provide excellent visibility within the international openBIM community.

Thanks to our Strategic Members

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