Construction
Building the future of EU-MERCOSUR trade relations
Trade Volume
€200 Mrd
Tariff Reduction
5% → 0%
Transition Period
Progressive alignment of construction standards and certifications over 5 years.
Key Figures
€200 Mrd
Infrastructure investments
Ouvert
Public procurement access (GPA)
Encouragés
Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
5% → 0%
Tariff reduction
Opportunities
Opening of MERCOSUR infrastructure public procurement markets
Public-Private Partnerships (PPP) for major projects
Export of construction materials and equipment
Transfer of know-how in sustainable construction
Risks
Local content requirements in public procurement
Corruption and lack of transparency in tenders
Divergent technical standards between blocs
Complexity of permits and building authorizations
Strategic Recommendations
1
Set up monitoring of public and private tenders.2
Form partnerships with local companies to meet local content requirements.3
Invest in certification to local and international standards.4
Specialize in sustainable construction technologies to stand out.Sector Inquiry
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