A new European regulation on construction products – Regulation (EU) 2024/3110 of the European Parliament and of the Council laying down harmonised rules on the marketing of construction products – has entered into force. It updates the 2011 rules, facilitates the sale of construction products in the EU single market, supports innovative construction techniques and strengthens the competitiveness and sustainability of the sector.
In particular, the new rules are an important step towards the digitalisation of the construction sector. Digital product passports will provide all information on construction products, including declaration of performance and conformity, safety information and instructions for use, which will also allow reliable calculation of the carbon footprint of a building.
The new Construction Products Regulation is a major advance for the construction sector, helping the various stakeholders in the sector (builders, architects, engineers, public services and also consumers) to make the right decisions based on the performance and sustainability of construction products.
The new Regulation is intended to increase the competitiveness and productivity of the construction sector. The EU will be able to promote innovative and sustainable techniques, including prefabricated or modular elements such as façade systems. These technologies can reduce construction waste by 10-15% during the production and manufacturing phase. In addition, prefabricated units can be disassembled and reconfigured for reuse at the end of their life cycle, further increasing the sustainability benefits.
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