Social Affairs
EBC is now an official EU sectoral social partner, securing stronger representation for small construction companies in European social dialogue and policy-making.
Digitalisation & Innovation
On 25 March 2025, EBC President Philip Van Nieuwenhuizen addressed the HLCF in Brussels, advocating for SMEs, fair competition, and a stable regulatory framework. The event also marked the launch...
Social Affairs
EBC participated in the EU Conference on Affordable Housing (24 March 2025), advocating for SME-friendly solutions and policies to tackle Europe’s housing crisis.
Digitalisation & Innovation
The European Commission’s HLCF video series explores Digital Building Logbooks (DBLs). EBC’s Fernando Sigchos Jiménez discussed DBL benefits for SMEs, highlighting challenges like data privacy, fragmentation, and the digital skills...
Energy & Environment
The European Urban Forum's Kick-Off Event (18 March 2025) focused on sustainable urban policies. EBC's Fernando Sigchos Jiménez emphasized the need for stable regulations to support construction SMEs.
Social Affairs
In March, EBC participated in key EU events on skills development and vocational training, including meetings on the Union of Skills, the Pact for Skills in Construction, and the Construction...
Social Affairs
The INSIDE-CoVE project launched on March 11-12 in Thessaloniki, aiming to enhance construction education through digital, green, and social skills. It involves 26 partners from six European countries.
Energy & Environment
On 10 April, EBC will co-organize a workshop in Paris on mass condominium renovations, highlighting one-stop shops and stakeholder engagement in energy renovations.
Social Affairs
FIEC, EFBWW, and EBC back the Construction Blueprint 2 project, which enhances training and qualifications in the construction sector to support digital and green transitions.
Economy
On 6 February, the CJEU ruled that payment terms over 60 days are only valid if explicitly agreed upon by both parties. EBC welcomes the decision and calls for stronger...
Social Affairs
EBC supports the new European Parliament Intergroup focused on education and skills development to tackle labour shortages and the need for upskilling in response to green and digital transitions.
Economy
EBC participated in the European Commission’s event on simplifying sustainability reporting, advocating for reduced obligations and streamlined solutions for construction SMEs.