A Brief Introduction to ENCORD
Strategic Objective
ENCORD’s main objective is to be Europe’s forum for the promotion of industry-led research, development and innovation in the construction sector.
Members
The members of ENCORD are major European contractors and suppliers of construction material. The companies are strongly devoted to R&D for increased competitiveness and growth.
Activities
ENCORD’s role is twofold:
Network of members
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Exchange best practice and experiences
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Strategies for the development of the construction
sector
New ideas for research projects
Communicate with the EU administration and European research community
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Construction research priorities
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R&D programmes – new programmes, new calls, new bullets - incl. the ECTP
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Support project proposals
Organisation
A president and vice-president are elected bi-annually from among its members. The general secretary handles the day-to-day activities of the network.
ENCORD is fully funded by its members.