Partners
1. CNRS (Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique) – France
The CNRS is one of the world’s largest governmental research organisations, dedicated to advancing scientific knowledge through interdisciplinary research. It conducts cutting-edge work across numerous fields, including materials science and green chemistry.
Role in the Consortium: The CNRS coordinates the CONCERTO project, overseeing its management, strategic direction, and scientific implementation. Through its two laboratories — the Laboratory of Solid-State Physics (Laboratoire de Physique des Solides, LPS) and the Paris-Saclay Mechanics Laboratory (Laboratoire de Mécanique Paris-Saclay, LMPS) — it leads the work packages on cement manufacturing (WP4) and hydration activation (WP5) to develop a novel, CO₂-absorbing cement.
2. CNRS Innovation – France
CNRS Innovation is the technology transfer arm of CNRS, dedicated to bridging the gap between research and industry. They work to commercialize scientific innovations, facilitating the adoption of new technologies.
Role in the Consortium: CNRS Innovation leads the dissemination, communication, and valorization activities (WP3). They ensure that the project results are shared effectively with stakeholders and the public, managing communication channels, and ensuring successful technology transfer.
3. BIBM (Bureau International du Béton Manufacture) – Belgium
BIBM is the European federation representing the precast concrete industry. It works to promote the use of precast concrete and sustainable building practices, fostering innovation within the sector.
Role in the Consortium: BIBM leads the portfolio activities (WP2), facilitating synergies among the consortium projects to enhance collaboration and maximize outcomes. They also contribute to the development of regulatory frameworks and oversee the project’s communication efforts, ensuring effective dissemination to increase industry impact and drive market uptake.
4. SIKA France – France
SIKA is a global leader in the development and production of innovative chemical solutions for construction and industry, including admixtures for concrete and mortar.
Role in the Consortium: SIKA leads the work package on admixtures for mortars and concretes (WP6). They investigate and optimize the application of their existing admixtures to the new silico-magnesia cement, ensuring the right mix designs for various construction applications.
5. MC Prefabricati – Italy
MC Prefabricati is an Italian company specializing in precast concrete, known for manufacturing high-quality precast elements for both residential and commercial construction.
Role in the Consortium: MC Prefabricati contributes to the precast applications work package (WP7), testing the novel silico-magnesia cement for precast concrete elements and assessing its durability and carbonation performance.
6. MABA Fertigteileindustrie – Austria
MABA is an Austrian manufacturer of precast concrete components, with expertise in designing and producing complex prefabricated elements used in diverse construction projects.
Role in the Consortium: MABA leads the investigation into precast applications (WP7), focusing on durability testing, carbonation curing, and investigating potential corrosion issues in precast elements made with the new cement.