BUT, JMK, and MUNI presented their investment plans for 2025.

Renovation of faculties, facilities for students and university teams, a new sports hall, investments in healthcare, and other key projects. Masaryk University (MU), South Moravian Region (JMK), and Brno University of Technology (BUT) presented their investment plans for 2025. The event for potential suppliers introduced key projects that are crucial for the region's development and the modernization of its infrastructure.

The second edition of the joint presentation of investment projects for suppliers of construction and design work, as well as related services, took place on January 29 at the University Campus Bohunice. Masaryk University, the South Moravian Region, and Brno University of Technology introduced nearly 200 investment projects with a total value significantly exceeding 5 billion CZK to interested parties.

Brno University of Technology plans to launch a total of 28 projects in 2025, with a total value of 787 million CZK. The most expensive investment project is the renovation of the former Imperial-Royal barracks complex on Údolní and Úvoz streets, involving six buildings that have served the Faculty of Fine Arts at BUT since 2016. "The estimated cost of implementation is 450 million CZK excluding VAT. Work is expected to begin in the summer of 2025 and be completed in the spring of 2027. At the same time, the university is preparing project documentation for the next phase of reconstruction and expansion, which will relocate the Faculty of Architecture so that both art-oriented faculties of BUT will be housed in one location in the future," explains Petr Marvan, head of BUT's Investment Department.

The gradual renovation of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering buildings will also continue, aiming to improve the learning environment and expand the faculty library in building A4 on Technická Street. "The building was constructed in the 1980s and, apart from a façade renovation, has undergone no significant changes since then. Therefore, a major upgrade of the ventilation, cooling, electrical, and control systems will be carried out," explains Petr Marvan. The estimated cost is 120 million CZK excluding VAT. Construction work is expected to take place between summer 2025 and summer 2026.

Modifications will also be made to building C3 of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, where a new facility for student organizations will be created. The renovation of the so-called heavy laboratory hall will establish a modern student center for university teams such as TU Brno Racing, BUT Chicken Wings, and the Pneumobil Racing Team. "The existing hall space will be divided into different sections, similar to a traditional manufacturing facility or automotive workshop. These will include a grinding area, CNC machining center, laminating workshop, engine room, and service area. The project will also feature a simulator, an educational center, and a showroom," adds Petr Marvan from BUT. The estimated cost is up to 30 million CZK excluding VAT.

The insulation of building B05 at the Purkyň Halls of Residence last year will be followed by the renovation of the adjacent B02 building. This project includes complete façade restoration, window replacement, and roof repairs. The work is scheduled for the summer months of this year. The funding sources for these projects include resources from the state budget's asset reproduction program (SR), OP JAK funds, and the university's own financial resources.

Documents, including presentations on investment projects from BUT, JMK, and MUNI, can be found at this link.