Belgium: Cembureau, the European Cement Association, has signed the Joint Initiative for Standardisation. This initiative is an action to unify standards between the European Commission, European Union and European Free Trade Association Member States, national and European standardisation bodies and industry associations. The aim of the initiative is to work towards prioritisation, modernisation and appropriate speed for timely standards. Key areas that Cembureau will focus on include increased awareness, education and understanding about the European Standardisation System, ensuring adequate European standards exist and supporting European competitiveness in global markets.
