Strengthening the construction sector, a strategic axis for Italy’s sustainable and lasting growth with a focus on safety and transparency

Milan, October 21, 2021 – Italy’s construction industry is ready to take advantage of the PNRR (National Plan of Recovery and Resilience) to launch a comprehensive infrastructure plan that Italy needs in order to ensure the safety of all areas of the country.  And it is with this spirit that Webuild announces its membership to the national association of builders in Italy, ANCE (Associazione nazionale costruttori edili).

To achieve these goals, the entire construction sector – composed of large, medium and small businesses – must be strengthened and supported. After having survived the sector’s long crisis thanks to their expertise and operational capabilities, these companies are ready to make an indispensable contribution to modernize the country.

There are many urgencies that have to be dealt with: improve work safety, simplify and accelerate the authorization procedures, define market rules to guarantee greater transparency, trust and fairness between companies and the public administration. In addition, there are real and pressing emergencies that are tied to the execution of the PNRR, such as the high price of building materials and the lack of skilled labour.

“The PNRR offers an unprecedented boost to rethink our way of working and introduce high impact innovation in social, economic and environmental terms for our companies, thereby boosting employment,” said Pietro Salini, Webuild Chief Executive. “We have to act with a new approach and a long-term view so that the sector can become competitive again at an international level. ANCE can contribute to creating the conditions for sustainable and lasting growth for the entire sector.”

“We welcomed with pleasure Webuild’s decision to be part of ANCE within the construction industry. Our association, which represents construction companies of all sizes, is showing great compactness and determination,” said President Gabriele Buia. “We expect the same from politicians and public institutions: we need to join forces for the future of the country.”