Eurocodes
The Eurocodes, the basis for building design for 20 years, are being revised. Some updated versions are already available but will not take effect until the national annexes are published.
What are Eurocodes?
Buildings and structures are complex and must meet high safety and reliability requirements. This is why the Eurocodes were developed: a set of harmonised European standards for the design, calculation and testing of building structures. They form the basis for regulations in Europe and ensure structural safety, durability and serviceability.
The Eurocodes were drafted by CEN with experts from all over Europe. In Belgium, several standards committees, under the coordination of Buildwise, work on these building standards and the corresponding national annexes.
Building safely starts with the right standards!
The Eurocodes are available through the NBN standards platform
What are the benefits of Eurocodes?
If you work in the construction industry or own a building, the Eurocodes offer you numerous benefits.
With uniform, internationally aligned calculation methods, you are assured of reliable and safe structures.
You work with high-quality, consistent building products based on harmonised standards.
You strengthen your position in the European market thanks to a set of building standards that apply in all member states.
You gain an understanding of the applicable rules in Europe, supplemented by the national annexes tailored to the specific Belgian context.
List of Eurocodes
The first generation of Eurocodes consists of 10 groups (EN 1990 to EN 1999). The second generation, currently under development, will consist of 11 groups with a new set of standards for glass structures (EC 11).
Basic principles and actions
Why are the Eurocodes being revised?
The revision of the Eurocodes responds to evolutions in the construction industry. The new generation offers:
Attention to sustainability and climate impact
Integration of new innovative materials
New Eurocode for glass structures
More user-friendly structure and clearer texts
Questions about Eurocodes?
Read about the latest status of the Eurocodes in this article.
Do you have substantive questions about construction standards? Contact Buildwise-Seco, the sector operator for construction in Belgium.
