Generated by All in One SEO v4.9.10, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # EGGA : European General Galvanizers Association The website for the European General Galvanizers Association ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Posts - [EGGA-Galvanizing Europe Presidency: Benelux to Spain ](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/egga-galvanizing-europe-presidency-benelux-to-spain/) - EGGA-Galvanizing Europe is pleased to announce Carlos García (Spain) as its new President and Chairman of the Board of Directors. EGGA’s presidency rotates between its member associations every 3 years and ensures fresh leadership for an industry association that celebrated its 70th anniversary last year. Carlos García is president of the Industrias Duero group of - [Registration for Intergalva 2024 Now Open](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/registration-for-intergalva-2024-now-open/) - EGGA – Galvanizing Europe and Zinkinfo Benelux are pleased to announce that registration is now open for Intergalva 2024 in Bruges! - [The European galvanizing industry will come together in Istanbul](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/the-european-galvanizing-industry-will-come-together-in-istanbul/) - Conference sessions and panel discussions will explore the current status, technical developments and challenges for the sector, with simultaneous interpretation in 6 languages. The EGGA Assembly is the regular meeting place for the members of EGGA’s national associations, including the leading suppliers to the industry. Highlights Over 200 delegates already registered Early-bird registration fees available - [Register Now for Assembly 2026!](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/register-now-for-assembly-2026/) - Join us from 8–11 June 2026 at the stunning Swissôtel, Istanbul Dates: 8-11 June 2026 Venue: Swissôtel The Bosphorus, Istanbul, Turkey The event features: A two-day conference programme with industry-leading speakers Supplier displays Optional visits to galvanizing plants in Turkey Optional sightseeing tours for delegates and accompanying persons Welcome Reception & Dinner and Gala Dinner Conference - [Assembly 2026 - Registration Now Open!](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2026-registration-now-open/) - Register Here! Registration for Assembly 2026 is now open and this year we are heading to one of the world's most extraordinary cities: Istanbul, Turkey! Join us from 8–11 June 2026 at the stunning Swissôtel The event features: A two-day conference programme with industry-leading speakers Supplier displays Optional visits to galvanizing plants in Turkey Optional - [Save the Date - Assembly 2026](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/save-the-date-assembly-2026/) - Galvanizing Europe - Assembly 2026 is coming to Istanbul from 8-11 June 2026. Industry-focused conference sessions Exclusive galvanizing plant visits Networking events, including Welcome Reception and Conference Dinner Supplier displays showcasing the latest innovations Cultural sightseeing opportunities in Istanbul Full programme details and registration information will follow. Save the date to join us in Istanbul - [Celebrating our 70th Anniversary](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/celebrating-our-70th-anniversary/) - EGGA celebrated its 70th anniversary with an Anniversary Dinner at the prestigious Le Negresco alongside our committee and Board meetings in Nice, 5-6 November 2025. - [Working Session with IZA on EU Policy](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/working-session-with-iza-on-eu-policy/) - Staff from EGGA - Galvanizing Europe and the International Zinc Association came together in Brussels for a productive working session on 2 December to further strengthen our long-standing collaboration. Together, we explored EU policy developments related to the environment, sustainability, the circular economy, and key regulatory issues affecting zinc. We exchanged valuable insights on life - [Meet our new Director - EU Policy](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/meet-our-new-director-eu-policy/) - We are delighted that Joana Canas has joined our staff, as Director-EU Policy. Joana brings over 15 years of EU-level experience to the EGGA team, including 10 years as Policy and Communications Adviser to a Vice-President of the European Parliament among other roles in the Parliament, mainly in trade policy. - [EGGA-Galvanizing Europe meets Miguel Garcia Jones of Commissioner Hoekstra’s Cabinet](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/egga-galvanizing-europe-meet-commissioner-hoekstras-cabinet/) - A delegation from EGGA - Galvanizing Europe has met with Miguel Garcia Jones, member of Commissioner Wopke Hoekstra’s Cabinet for Climate, Net Zero, and Clean Growth to explore the support that could be given to SMEs within Europe’s batch hot dip galvanizing industry - to ensure that we can continue to provide the long-term durability and circularity for steel products. - [Assembly 2025 Dublin](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2025-dublin/) - The EGGA - Galvanizing Europe Assembly in Dublin was a timely reminder of the strength of our industry’s collaborative approach to the challenges that we face and the benefits of working together. Our 200+ delegates from across our member associations, included galvanizing company representatives, association staff and suppliers to the industry. - [Stakeholder Briefing Seminar in Brussels](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/stakeholder-briefing-seminar-in-brussels/) - This morning, we hosted a Stakeholder Briefing Seminar in Brussels, focusing on the role of galvanizing in sustainable construction. The discussions highlighted the importance of circularity, durability, and life cycle performance in steel construction.Key presentations included:✅ Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of Materials in Hall Construction – Prof. Carl-Otto Gensch (Öko-Institut e.V. ) presented insights from - [European Solar Day!](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/european-solar-day/) - It’s European Solar Day! Let’s not forget that galvanized steel support structures are a vital part of the solar PV system. Here are some of today’s solar facts along with some reminders of what SolarPower Europe ‘s Sustainable Solar Report says about the importance of batch galvanized steel…For more solar facts - www.solarday.org/en - [Lunch Exchange with DG GROW in Brussels](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/lunch-exchange-with-dg-grow-in-brussels/) - Today we had an insightful exchange over lunch with Director Joaquim Nunes de Almeida European Commission DG GROWWe welcome the Commission’s engagement with the industry and its commitment to action through the Clean Industrial Deal, Steel Metals Action, and Omnibus Simplification Package.However, industrial SMEs in the steel product value chain—such as the galvanizing sector—must have - [Intergalva 2024 - Bruges](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/intergalva-2024-bruges/) - 691 delegates and exhibition personnel from 56 countries participated in Intergalva 2024 in Bruges from 10-14 June. Organised by EGGA and hosted by Zink Info Benelux. Read more here. - [CEN and EGGA-Galvanizing Europe Sign a Partnership Agreement](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/cen-and-egga-galvanizing-europe-sign-a-partnership-agreement/) - On Tuesday 26 March 2024, the CEN and CENELEC European Committee for Standardization and the European General Galvanizers Association (EGGA-Galvanizing Europe) signed a partnership agreement that will foster collaboration and align the interests of the galvanizing industry in Europe with the standardization ecosystem. - [Galvanizing Europe and ECCS launch Galvanized Steel Bridge Interest Group](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/short-medium-span-galvanized-steel-bridge-interest-group/) - EGGA-Galvanizing Europe, the trade body for the after-fabrication batch hot dip galvanizing sector, has launched a new cross-sector collaboration to advance the use of galvanized steel bridges across Europe. - [Register before 11 April for an early booking discount](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/register-before-11-april-for-an-early-booking-discount/) - For full details, visit the event web pages. Join the European galvanizing industry in Dublin. Conference Programme - Hot topics: The EU Clean Industrial Deal – Implications for the galvanizing industry Galvanizing Process Technology and Efficiency Decarbonisation roadmaps and financing decarbonisation Galvanizing of higher strength steels Applications of galvanized Steel Communicating the advantages of galvanizing - [EGGA Committee and Board Meets in Copenhagen](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/egga-committee-and-board-meets-in-copenhagen/) - EGGA - Galvanizing Europe held its committee sessions and Board of Directors meeting in Copenhagen last week. Our Technical & Research Committee brings together experts from the National Associations to manage our extensive participation in CEN and ISO standards. The Marketing Committee is focused on actions to ensure the contribution of galvanizing to the durability and - [ECCS - European Convention for Constructional Steelwork Webinar](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/eccs-european-convention-for-constructional-steelwork-webinar/) - If you are a bridge engineer, designer, architect or steel constructor with an interest in short/medium span bridges – do not miss this ECCS - European Convention for Constructional Steelwork Webinar on 3 March at 14.00 CET: “Galvanized steel short and medium span bridges: Achieving optimal service life”. It is free to register here: https://lnkd.in/exqZWGTh - [Assembly 2025 - Registration now open!](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2025-registration-now-open/) - We are pleased to announce that registration for Assembly 2025 is now open! Join us from 10-13 June 2025 at the iconic Aviva Stadium in Dublin for an unmissable gathering of galvanizing industry professionals. Key conference themes include: The EU Clean Industrial Deal – Implications for the Galvanizing Industry Galvanizing Process Technology and Efficiency Decarbonisation - [European Parliament Tour with our Members in Brussels](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/european-parliament-tour-with-our-members-in-brussels/) - We received great insights from the Parliamentary Visitors Staff and Cecil Mennicken. - [Registration Now Open - EGGA Assembly 2025 | Dublin](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/save-the-date-egga-assembly-2025-dublin/) - Mark your calendar for an unmissable industry gathering - EGGA Assembly 2025 is coming to Dublin's iconic Aviva Stadium from 10-13 June 2025. Join fellow galvanizing professionals for valuable insights, connections, and experiences. - [The Silo now available online](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/the-silo-now-available-online/) - The Silo is part of the transformation of Copenhagen’s North Harbour – a vast post-industrial development, currently being transformed into a new city district. Designed by Danish architects COBE with clients Klaus Kastbjerg and NRE Denmark, a 17-storey former grain silo and the largest industrial building in the area has been transformed into “The Silo”, housing residential apartments and public functions. - [EGGA Welcomes Tobias Schäfer](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/egga-welcome-new-staff-member/) - EGGA - Galvanizing Europe welcomes Tobias Schäfer to our staff team. As our new Director – EU Policy, Tobias will bring extensive experience of working alongside the EU Institutions and on industrial policies to ensure the voice of Europe’s batch galvanizing industry is heard even more effectively in Brussels. - [EGGA-Galvanizing Europe Meets in Copenhagen](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/egga-galvanizing-europe-meets-in-copenhagen/) - EGGA - Galvanizing Europe held its committee sessions and Board of Directors meeting in Copenhagen on 6 and 7 November 2024. Carola Hermoso was awarded the prestigious ‘EGGA Pin’ by EGGA President, Norbert Beljaars during the Board meeting. - [Assembly 2023](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2023-bulletin/) - 186 delegates gathered for the EGGA Assembly 2023 in Salzburg. The event was held in collaboration with the Austrian Association of Metal Technology Industries who opened the conference programme with a keynote speech from their Managing Director who gave an insight to the Austrian industry. - [Collaboration with SolarPower Europe](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/strengthening-collaboration-with-solarpower-europe/) - A team from EGGA – Galvanizing Europe – has held a very constructive meeting with the SolarPower Europe staff, at their Brussels HQ, to explore common policy positions and map our future cooperation. EGGA has joined SolarPower Europe to strengthen collaboration with a vital net zero technology where batch galvanized steel provides long-term durability of the mounting structures for solar PV systems. - [Galvanized Steel and Sustainable Construction: Solutions for a Circular Economy](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/galvanized-steel-and-sustainable-construction-solutions-for-a-circular-economy/) - EGGA has launched a new publication - ‘Galvanized Steel and Sustainable Construction: Solutions for a Circular Economy’. - [Intergalva 2022](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/intergalva-2022/) - The worldwide galvanizing industry eventually came together at the Rome Marriott Park Hotel during June for the long-awaited Intergalva 2022 conference and exhibition. Following postponement from 2021, over 500 delegates and exhibitors from 51 countries met to hear 36 conference presentations and participate in masterclasses on priority topics. - [Intergalva 2022 - Save the date](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/intergalva-2022-save-the-date/) - The worldwide galvanizing industry’s premier conference and exhibition will be back in 2022. - [Construction 2050 Alliance](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/construction-2050-alliance/) - EGGA is a member of the Construction 2050 Alliance - the recently established business network of more than 40 European organisations in the construction sector with the aim to cooperate on needs and priorities of common interest and bring them on a EU level. - [The Sun Shines on the Galvanizing Industry](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/the-sun-shines-on-the-galvanizing-industry/) - Over 170 delegates from 24 countries attended EGGA Assembly 2016 in Sevilla, 6-9 June 2016 to hear the latest developments in Europe’s batch hot dip galvanizing industry. - [EGGA Assembly 2019: Europe’s Galvanizers Enjoy Antwerp](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/egga-assembly-2019-europes-galvanizers-enjoy-antwerp/) - Over 200 representatives from across Europe’s batch hot dip galvanizing industry attended the EGGA Assembly 2019 held in Antwerp from 11-13 June. - [Global Galvanizing Awards 2018](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/global-galvanizing-awards-2018/) - The Global Galvanizing Awards have been presented at Intergalva 2018 to recognise the innovative use of batch galvanized steel by architects, engineers, constructors and artists around the world. - [EGGA Assembly 2019: Networking & Sponsorship Opportunities](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/networking-sponsorship-opportunities/) - There are excellent opportunities for suppliers of plant, equipment, process chemicals and other services to the industry to raise their profile at EGGA's Assembly 2019 through gold or silver sponsor packages or a display table. - [EGGA Assembly 2019: See the Future](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/see-the-future-at-assembly-2019/) - The conference programme for EGGA Assembly 2019 can now be viewed. - [The countdown to Intergalva 2015 is on](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/the-countdown-to-intergalva-2015/) - Intergalva is organised by European General Galvanizers Association (EGGA) and hosted by the Galvanizers Association. The conference covers technical, commercial and environmental topics for the general (batch) hot dip galvanizing industry. It continues the series that began in 1950 and was last held in Paris in 2012. - [EGGA warns against use of salt spray testing results](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/salt-spray-testing/) - Despite clear guidance in international standards against the use of accelerated laboratory testing as a way to compare or predict the corrosion performance of different metallic coatings for steel, the results from these tests continue to be used to promote certain types of coating to unsuspecting users. - [EGGA Assembly 2016: Save the Date](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/registration-is-now-open-for-egga-assembly-2016/) - EGGA Assembly 2016 has been organised in conjunction with Asociación Técnica Española de Galvanización (ATEG) and will be a unique opportunity to hear the latest developments in the galvanizing industry and to follow the progress of important activities within EGGA. - [Only One Month Until Intergalva](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/only-one-month-until-intergalva/) - Do not miss the worldwide gathering of the galvanizing industry and visits to UK galvanizing plants - [Sustainable Energy, Infrastructure and Architecture takes centre stage at Intergalva](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/sustainable-energy-infrastructure-and-architecture-takes-centre-stage-at-intergalva/) - This year’s Intergalva 2015 conference brought together some of the most prominent business and industry leaders in the global galvanizing industry, as well as distinguished academics and experts from universities, industry and other organisations including World Steel, International Zinc Association, Siemens Wind Power and Tata Steel Construction. - [EGGA at the European Parliament](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/egga-at-the-european-parliment-10-november-2015/) - On 10 November 2015, a delegation of industry representatives, organised by the European General Galvanizers Association (EGGA) and International Zinc Association-Europe, have visited the Parliament. - [EGGA Assembly 2019: Provisional Programme](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2019-provisional-programme/) - We are changing our usual schedule due to the Whit Monday holiday on 10 June. Assembly 2019 will begin with lunch. The Welcome Drinks & Dinner will take place on Tuesday 11 June. - [EGGA Joins EU Industry Associations in Call for Ambitious Industrial Strategy](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/egga-joins-eu-industry-associations-in-call-for-ambitious-industrial-strategy/) - EGGA has joined 125 other European industry associations to call for an ambitious EU industrial strategy. The ‘Joint Declaration for an Ambitious EU Industrial Strategy’ was released on 17 February 2017. - [Martin Kopf Leads Europe’s General Galvanizing Industry](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/martin-kopf-leads-europes-general-galvanizing-industry/) - The European General Galvanizers Association has elected Martin Kopf (Zinkpower Group & Chairman, Industrieverband Feuerverzinken, Germany) as its new President. - [EGGA Assembly 2019: Save the Date](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2019-save-the-date/) - Organised by EGGA together with Zinkinfo Benelux, Assembly 2019 is your opportunity to discuss the latest developments in the galvanizing industry and its customers, including reports on EGGA activities. Assembly 2019 is open to anyone whose company is a member of an EGGA national galvanizers association. - [EGGA Assembly 2019: Register by 17 March and Save €100!](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2019-register-by-17-march-and-save-e100/) - Registration is now open for Assembly 2019 - to be held at the Hilton Old Town Antwerp, 11-13 June 2019. Organised by EGGA together with Zinkinfo Benelux, Assembly 2019 is your opportunity to discuss the latest developments in the galvanizing industry and its customers, including reports on EGGA activities. - [EGGA Pins Awarded for Contribution to Galvanizing Industry Marketing and Technical Progress](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/egga-pins-awarded-for-contribution-to-galvanizing-industry-marketing-and-technical-progress/) - The European galvanizing industry has acknowledged the outstanding contribution of two people to the activities of the industry’s European organisation. The prestigious EGGA Pin was awarded to Holger Glinde (Germany) and Lello Pernice (Italy) during the European General Galvanizers Association’s Assembly 2019 recently held in Antwerp. - [Rescheduling EGGA Events in Response to Covid-19](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/rescheduling-egga-events-in-response-to-covid-19/) - We hope that you are all keeping safe and well at this difficult time. The personal health of all our worldwide galvanizing community is very much on our minds. EGGA conferences - the Intergalva and Assembly series - are well-known as excellent business networking events and we value very much our personal contacts with everyone. - [EGGA Assembly 2020: Registration now open!](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/egga-assembly-2020-registration-now-open/) - Register now to receive Super Early Bird rate. - [Galvanizing Industry Launches Book on The Silo](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/galvanizing-industry-launches-book-on-the-silo/) - EGGA has published a book detailing Copenhagen’s example of the architectural use of galvanized steel for over-cladding an existing building - [Postponement of Intergalva 2021 to 2022](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/postponement-of-intergalva-2021-to-2022/) - We hope that you are all keeping safe and well at this difficult time. The personal health of our worldwide galvanizing community is on our minds. Intergalva is widely known as an excellent business networking event and we value very much our personal contacts with everyone. - [EGGA Assembly 2021: Save The Date](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2021-save-the-date/) - The EGGA Assembly 2021 will be held in Salzburg from 7-10 June. We have rescheduled the EGGA Assembly to 2021. - [EGGA Assembly 2020: Postponement](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2020-postponement-and-new-date/) - Inevitably, and in support of the worldwide effort to contain the Coronavirus situation, we must postpone the EGGA Assembly 2020 that was planned for 8-10 June in Salzburg. - [EGGA Assembly 2017: Save the Date](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/save-the-date-for-egga-assembly-2017-12-15-june-2017-corinthia-hotel-prague/) - Organised by EGGA together with Asociace českých a slovenských zinkoven (ACSZ), Assembly 2017 will discuss the latest developments in the galvanizing industry and recent EGGA activities. Assembly 2017 will feature conference sessions with simultaneous translation, visits to local galvanizing plants and a social programme. - [Record Numbers at Intergalva 2018, Berlin](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/record-numbers-at-intergalva-2018-berlin/) - Over 700 conference delegates and 300 other participants from 60 countries made Intergalva 2018 the most extensive gathering ever held for the batch hot dip galvanizing industry. - [EGGA At The European Parliament](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/egga-at-the-european-parliament/) - On 28 November 2017, a large delegation of industry representatives participated in a visit to Parliament and Lunch with MEPs, organised by the European General Galvanizers Association (EGGA) and the International Zinc Association-Europe. - [EGGA Launches Environmental Product Declaration](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/egga-launches-environmental-product-declaration/) - The European General Galvanizers Association has published an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for ‘Batch Hot Dip Galvanizing of Steel Products to EN ISO 1461 – European Average’. - [Supporting CE marking of constructional steelwork](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/supporting-ce-marking/) - EGGA has published a guidance document on the role of the galvanizer in supporting the CE-Marking of constructional steelwork. With CE-Marking according to EN 1090-1 due to be implemented across Europe from 1 July 2014, this practical guidance will assist steel fabricators and galvanizers to ensure the correct procedures and requirements are in place. - [EP 2013 Visit](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/ep-2013-visit/) - An EGGA delegation of European industry representatives and invited MEPs with an interest in the sector attended a lunchtime briefing 'The Role and Future of Europe’s Hot Dip Galvanizing Industry' on 9 July 2013 in the European Parliament. The event was hosted by MEP Paul Ruebig (Austria). ## Pages - [European General Galvanizers Association](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/) - European General Galvanizers Association (EGGA) is the industry organisation for Europe’s general galvanizing sector. It is a federation of the National Associations of most of the European Union Member States together with the UK, Norway and Turkey. - [Climate Resilience in Construction](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/positions/climate-resilience-in-construction/) - European Climate Resilience and Risk Management Initiative Europe is increasingly exposed to climate risks such as floods, heatwaves and wildfires, which are already impacting infrastructure and buildings with significant economic and social consequences. EGGA – Galvanizing Europe supports the upcoming European Climate Resilience and Risk Management Initiative as a key opportunity to strengthen EU’s resilient - [Conference Programme](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2026/conference-programme/) - The Assembly 2026 conference programme will explore key topics for the batch galvanizing industry - through a combination of presentations and panel discussions covering both commercial and technical areas. Conference sessions are held in the Fuji Ballroom on Tuesday 9 June and Wednesday 10 June. Download conference presentations here The order and timings below are - [Diary](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/diary/) - This diary gives latest information on EGGA meetings and events. Participation in certain meetings is restricted to committee and Board members. Unless otherwise indicated, all dates are confirmed. For information on other industry events visit the Industry Diary on the Intergalva website. - [Our Structure](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/about-egga/eggas-structure/) - Membership EGGA membership is open to national associations (or an equivalent body) that represent the batch galvanizing industry in any European country. Associate Membership is also available for companies that supply plant, equipment, raw materials and other services to the industry. Associate members provide support for EGGA activities and benefit from priority access and discounts - [Our People](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/about-egga/egga-people/) - [Sightseeing Tours](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2026/sightseeing-tours/) - All sightseeing tours will depart from arrive and back at the Swissôtel and will be available to book during registration. Meeting point: Main entrance to Swissôtel Tour 1 - The Heart of Historic Istanbul Date: Monday 8 JuneTime: 1230-1630Price: €128 + VATDelegates and Accompanying Persons Enjoy a guided tour of the historic Topkapi Palace, once - [Registration](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2026/registration/) - Assembly 2026 is open to anyone whose company is a member of an EGGA national galvanizers association. If you are not sure if your company is a member – please ask us before registering. Welcome – galvanizing companies from the Middle-East and North Africa! In conjunction with our local partner, GALDER, delegates from these regions can - [Gala Dinner](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2026/gala-dinner/) - Gala Dinner sponsored by ANI METAL Date: Tuesday 9 JuneTime: Buses depart Swissotel at 18:30Dress Code: Smart Gala dinner at the famous Esma Sultan, right on the banks of the Bosphorus - preceded by a sunset reception cruise along the Bosphorus. Evening Schedule: Buses depart for pier 18:30 Arrival at pier and sunset boat cruise - [Travel to Istanbul](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2026/travel-to-istanbul/) - Assembly 2026 will be held at the Swissôtel the Bosphorus Istanbul, located in the Maçka/Beşiktaş area with impressive views of the Bosphorus and not far from Istanbul’s city centre and cultural landmarks. Swissôtel The Bosphorus Istanbul: Vişnezade, Acısu Sk. NO 19, 34357 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Türkiye There are two airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Airport (IST) Sabiha Gökçen - [Supplier Displays](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2026/supplier-displays/) - These displays will be located in both the Ballroom Foyer and Ballroom 1 next to the conference hall. Confirmed supplier displays include… ANI METAL AD Chemicals ATD Stramproy B.V. ATUN KIMYA SAN.TIC.LTD.STI Bottaro Mario S.r.l. CBC Global C. H. Evensen Industriovner AS Combilift Dipl. Ing. Herwig GmbH Est Gal Gimeco Impianti Srl Hasco-Thermic Ltd Kingfield - [Assembly 2026](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2026/) - REGISTER Assembly 2026 Istanbul is open to anyone whose company is a member of an EGGA national galvanizers association or is an EGGA Associate Member. Location Assembly 2026 is taking place at the Swissôtel The Bosphorus Istanbul. Address: Vişnezade, Acısu Sk. NO 19, 34357 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Türkiye Features Insightful 2-day conference programme with simultaneous interpretation between - [EGGA Assembly](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/events-publications/egga-assembly/) - The EGGA Assembly is open to members of EGGA National Associations and provides a platform for exchange of information on EGGA activities and to hear latest developments within the European industry. The event consists of a short conference and an opportunity to visit local galvanizing plants. Reports on previous EGGA Assemblies may be purchased by - [Sponsors](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2026/sponsors/) - There are excellent opportunities for suppliers of plant, equipment, process chemicals and other services to the industry to raise your profile - through sponsorship and small displays at the event. Thanks to our sponsors for their support of Assembly 2026: Interested in sponsorship and supplier displays? Contact Kimberley Dunk: kimberley@egga.com - [Industrial Accelerator Act](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/positions/industrial-decarbonisation-accelerator-act-idaa/) - Industrial Accelerator Act EGGA – Galvanizing Europe supports the objectives of the Industrial Accelerator Act (IAA) to reinforce the EU’s industrial capacity, competitiveness and strategic autonomy, while accelerating industrial decarbonisation, in particular by stimulating industrial manufacturing and increasing demand for clean products of “Union-origin”. Our interest in the IAA lies in its approach to steel used in - [Hotels](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2026/hotels/) - Assembly 2026 will take place at the Swissôtel the Bosphorus Istanbul. Located in the center of Istanbul with an amazing view of the Bosphorus, Swissôtel The Bosphorus, Istanbul, is a five-star luxury hotel. Historical gardens of 65 acres, as a part of Dolmabahce Palace, surround the hotel which makes the hotel distinguished. Besides having a - [Plant Visits](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2026/plant-visits/) - Optional visits to galvanizing plants are offered on Thursday 11 and Friday 12 June and are available to book during registration. All visits will depart from the Swissôtel, drop off at Istanbul (IST) airport and return to Swissôtel. There are possibilities to leave Group 1 and Group 3 for early departure from Sabiha Gökçen International - [Positions](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/positions/) - EGGA- Galvanizing Europe’s position papers set out the batch galvanizing industry’s priorities and policy recommendations on EU initiatives linked to the Clean Industrial Deal and the EU’s 2024-2029 agenda. We promote durable and resilient buildings and infrastructure and recognition of the benefits of reuse within a stronger circular economy. We also support the achievement of - [Circular Economy Act](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/positions/circular-economy-act/) - EGGA – Galvanizing Europe welcomes the ambition of the Circular Economy Act to make circularity a driver of resilience, competitiveness and decarbonisation in Europe. To achieve these objectives, the Circular Economy Act should prioritise durability and reuse in line with the waste hierarchy. Batch galvanising industry – circularity in practice The batch galvanizing industry provides - [Our Staff](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/about-egga/eggas-staff/) - [Conference Venue](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2026/conference-venue/) - Assembly 2026 is being held at the Swissôtel The Bosphorus Istanbul. This hotel located in the Maçka/Beşiktaş area with impressive views of the Bosphorus and not far from Istanbul’s city centre and cultural landmarks. The conference will be in the Fuji Ballroom Swissôtel The Bosphorus Istanbul Vişnezade, Acısu Sk. NO 19, 34357 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Türkiye - [Networking Events](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2026/welcome-reception/) - Welcome Reception Sponsored by Rezinal Date: Monday 8 JuneTime: 18.30 - 21.00Location: Sultan Park, Swissôtel The Bosphorus IstanbulDress Code: Business Casual The Welcome Reception will bring together all delegates and accompanying persons at the start of the event. 'A Galvanizers’ Night by the Bosphorus' sponsored by Atun Kimya Date: Monday 8 JuneTime: 21.00 - lateLocation: - [Public Procurement](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/positions/public-procurement/) - Revision of EU Public Procurement Rules EGGA – Galvanizing Europe welcomes the European Commission’s initiative to revise the EU Public Procurement Directives. We support the ambition of strengthening Europe’s industrial base by: Giving greater preference to European products, ensuring that public spending generates added value within the EU Securing resilient supply chains for key technologies - [EU Electrification Action Plan](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/positions/electrification-action-plan/) - EGGA – Galvanizing Europe supports the objectives of the proposed Electrification Action Plan. The initiative is an important opportunity to address the structural barriers to a more cost-effective and efficient electrified industrial system. The Galvanizing Industry and Electrification A partner for low-carbon and long-lasting infrastructure The batch galvanizing industry is a reliable partner in delivering - [Life Cycle Data](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/sustainability/life-cycle-data/) - Galvanized steel lowers economic and environmental costs of maintenance The long-term durability provided by galvanizing is achieved at relatively low environmental burden in terms of energy and other globally relevant impacts, especially when compared to the energy value of the steel it is protecting. Attention to durability of steel structures and components has important environmental, - [Why Galvanized Steel?](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/sustainability/why-galvanised-steel/) - [Istanbul](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2026/istanbul/) - Join us in Istanbul for the EGGA - Galvanizing Europe Assembly 2026! Spanning the two continents of Europe and Asia, Istanbul is a vibrant city which is renowned for its rich cultural heritage. From the Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace to the bustling Grand Bazaar and Spice Market, the city boasts iconic landmarks, stunning waterways - [Our Network](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/about-egga/partners/) - EGGA works closely with many other related organisations CENwww.cencenelec.eu/ Construction 2050euconstruction2050.eu Construction Products Europe (CPE)www.construction-products.eu European Convention for Constructional Steelwork (ECCS)www.steelconstruct.com The European Steel Association (EUROFER)www.eurofer.org International Zinc Association (IZA)www.zinc.org Metals for Buildingswww.metalsforbuildings.eu SolarPower Europewww.solarpowereurope.org European Solar Manufacturing Council (ESMC)The European Solar Manufacturing Council (ESMC) - ESMC Solar - [Specification Guidance](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/galvanizing/specification-guidance/) - Understand the difference between different zinc coatings as they have different levels of corrosion performance and different application suitability. - [Intergalva](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/events-publications/intergalva/) - Intergalva is the worldwide galvanizing industry's meeting place. The conference covers technical, commercial and environmental topics for the general (batch) hot dip galvanizing industry. The event includes a major exhibition of plant, equipment, process chemicals and other services. The series that began in 1950 and was last held in Bruges in 2024. The next Intergalva will - [Assembly 2025](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2025/) - The EGGA - Galvanizing Europe Assembly in Dublin was a timely reminder of the strength of our industry’s collaborative approach to the challenges that we face and the benefits of working together. Our 200+ delegates from across our member associations, included galvanizing company representatives, association staff and suppliers to the industry. We learned a lot and - [Net Zero Industry Act](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/positions/net-zero-industry-act/) - EGGA welcomes the Net Zero Industry Act (NZIA) as important legislation that plays a key role in the supply chains of net-zero technologies falling under the scope of the Act, such as solar and wind technologies. EGGA supports the objectives of Regulation (EU) 2024/1735 and particularly endorses that the Act provides for the scaling up - [Clean Industrial Deal](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/positions/clean-industrial-deal/) - Empowering the European Galvanizing Industry to Support Sustainable Growth EGGA-Galvanizing Europe supports key EU policy goals, including achieving net-zero emissions, advancing the circular economy and providing services and materials for affordable housing and infrastructure. Addressing the challenges of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and the whole manufacturing value chain is essential to ensuring Europe’s industrial - [CBAM – downstream extension and circumvention](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/positions/carbon-border-adjustment-mechanism-cbam-downstream-extension/) - Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) – downstream extension The batch galvanizing industry is an integral part of the steel value chain – acting as a sub-contract provider of long-term corrosion protection for steel products that are used mainly in construction, renewable energy and transport infrastructure sectors. Although our installations’ processes are not directly within the - [Steel Safeguard Measures](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/positions/eu-steel-sector-measures-tackling-the-negative-trade-related-effects-of-excess-capacity/) - EU Steel Sector – Measures tackling the negative trade-related effects of excess capacity Steel Safeguard Measures The EU batch galvanizing industry comprises approximately 700 installations that are strategically located across all EU Member States to provide sub-contract, long-term corrosion protection for steel components, products and structures that are manufactured in the EU. Our sector processes - [Standards](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/galvanizing/standards/) - The International and European Standard for Batch Hot Dip Galvanizing – EN ISO 1461. - [Contact us](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/contact-us/) - Email: galvanizing_europe@egga.com Brussels OfficeGalvanizing Europe – EGGABureau 6.18The NestworkAvenue de Broqueville, 12 (6th Floor)1150 BrusselsBelgium Brussels Postal AddressGalvanizing Europe – EGGAThe NestworkAvenue de Broqueville 12Box 7 / First Floor1150 BrusselsBelgium Registered OfficeEuropean General Galvanizers Association11 Emmanuel Court14-16 ReddicroftB73 6AZUnited Kingdom - [The Coating](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/galvanizing/the-coating/) - Hot dip galvanized coatings provide a unique combination - a thick protective layer that is also tough and abrasion resistant Zinc protects steel One of zinc’s most important characteristics is its ability to protect steel against corrosion. The life and durability of steel are greatly improved when coated with zinc. No other material can provide - [Recycling and Reuse](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/sustainability/recycling-and-reuse/) - Recycling and re-use are at the heart of the life cycle of galvanizing. - [Glossary](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/glossary/) - [Assembly 2023](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2023/) - The conference presentations are available for conference delegates and are password protected. Click here to view. 186 delegates gathered for the EGGA Assembly 2023 in Salzburg, 19-21 June 2023. The event was held in collaboration with the Austrian Association of Metal Technology Industries who opened the conference programme with a keynote speech from their Managing - [Assembly 2017 - Prague](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2017/) - The conference presentations are available for conference delegates and are password protected. Click here to view. EGGA Assembly 2017 took place in Prague, 12-15 June 2017. Over 200 delegates from 31 countries attended EGG Assembly 2017 in Prague, 13-15 June 2017 to hear the lates developments in Europe's batch hot dip galvanizing industry. The event - [Assembly 2016 – Sevilla](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2016-sevilla/) - The conference presentations are available for conference delegates and are password protected. Click here to view. Over 170 delegates from 24 countries attended EGGA Assembly 2016 in Sevilla, 6-9 June 2016 to hear the latest developments in Europe’s batch hot dip galvanizing industry. The event was held in conjunction with the Spanish national association (ATEG) - [Assembly 2019](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2019/) - The conference presentations are available for conference delegates and are password protected. Click here to view. An excellent programme of speakers set out to address the conference theme – ‘What the future holds’ – with insights into the use of automation and digitalisation in the manufacturing industry. This was combined with an opportunity to visit - [Manifesto for EU Elections](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/positions/manifesto-for-eu-elections/) - [Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/positions/ecodesign-for-sustainable-products-regulation/) - [Construction Products Regulation](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/positions/construction-products-regulation/) - [Landing Page](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/landing-page/) - [About EGGA](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/about-egga/) - European General Galvanizers Association Association Européenne De Galvanisateurs Europäische Vereinigung Für Allgemeine Verzinkung Associazione Europea Zincatura Generale Asociación Europea De Galvanización General European General Galvanizers Association (EGGA) is the industry organisation for Europe’s general galvanizing sector. It is a federation of the National Associations of most of the European Union Member States together with the - [Our Role](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/about-egga/eggas-role/) - The European General Galvanizers Association (EGGA) is the federation of the national galvanizers associations within Europe. EGGA has a small full-time staff supported by specialist consultants and the staff resources of the national associations. EGGA monitors and responds to issues affecting the general galvanizing industry in Europe, in particular environmental, technical and regulatory matters. EGGA - [Events](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/events-publications/) - EGGA facilitates exchange of information within the galvanizing industry through a series of conferences and publication of the Edited Proceedings of the International Galvanizing Conferences. EGGA events: Intergalva EGGA Assembly - [Associate Members](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/members/associate-members/) - Associate Members of EGGA are the leading suppliers of plant, equipment, process chemicals and other services to the hot dip galvanizing industry. Interested in becoming an Associate Member? For membership criteria and an application form can be requested by sending a short email to mail@egga.com. - [Members](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/members/) - National Associations EGGA’s members are the national associations (or an equivalent body) that represent the batch galvanizing industry in the country. In some cases, those associations represent a group of countries. For example, Nordic Galvanizers represents the industry in Sweden, Denmark, Finland and Norway. Zinc Info Benelux represents Belgium, the Netherlands and Luxembourg. Companies in - [The Process](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/galvanizing/the-process/) - The galvanizing process is simple but very effective Galvanizing is a corrosion protection process for steel, in which the steel is coated with zinc to prevent it from rusting. The process involves dipping cleaned iron or steel components into molten zinc (which is usually around 450°C). A series of zinc-iron alloy layers are formed by - [Durability](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/galvanizing/durability/) - Hot dip galvanizing to EN ISO 1461 ensures a thick coating of zinc is applied to protect steel. This is important to provide extended durability, especially in outdoor environments. - [National Associations](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/members/national-associations/) - EGGA’s members are the national galvanizers associations across Europe that represent the industry at local level and provide information and advice to users and potential users of hot dip galvanizing. - [Download](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/download-access/) - [Sustainability](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/sustainability/) - [Galvanizing](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/galvanizing/) - Hot dip galvanizing is a process by which iron and steel can be treated to prevent rusting. - [Terms and Conditions](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/terms-and-conditions/) - Introduction These terms and conditions govern your use of this website; by using this website, you accept these terms and conditions in full. If you disagree with these terms and conditions or any part of these terms and conditions, you must not use this website. This website uses cookies. By using this website and agreeing - [Travelling to Antwerp](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2019/travelling-to-antwerp/) - Assembly 2019 will be held at: Hilton Antwerp Old Town Groenplaats 32 2000 Antwerp Belgium Tel: +32 3 204 1212 By Air The easiest way to reach Antwerp is to fly to Brussels and take either the train or express bus to Antwerp: Trains to Antwerp from Brussels Airport take approximately 30 minutes and run - [Conference Programme](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2019/conference-programme/) - Conference sessions will have simultaneous interpretation between English, French, Dutch, German, Italian and Spanish. Tuesday 11 June 14.00 Opening Session Chair: M Kopf, EGGA Welcome and Opening Remarks M Kopf, President, EGGA and G de Kwaasteniet, Zink Info Benelux Welcome from City of Antwerp Annick de Ridder, Port Alderwoman of the City of Antwerp The Galvanizing - [Hotel Accommodation](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2019/hotel-accommodation/) - Rooms can be booked at preferential rates at the Hilton Old Town Antwerp from 9-14 June 2019. Additional nights, before and after these dates, are subject to availability. Hotel accommodation must be booked before 17 April. After that date rooms are subject to availability. Preferential rates for Assembly 2019 Single Occupancy €191.39 per room per night - [Registration](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2019/registration/) - Registration Fees Register by 17 March Register by 29 April Register after 29 April Delegate €695 €745 €795 Accompanying person* €140 €140 €140 Sightseeing Tours Tuesday 11 June (for delegates and accompanying persons) Tour 1 - Antwerp City Walking Tour 09:30-12:00 €30 €30 €30 Wednesday 12 June (for accompanying persons) Tour 2 - A Day in Bruges 08:00-16:00 - [Industrial Visits](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2019/industrial-visits/) - Thursday 13 June In conjunction with Zinkinfo Benelux, an exciting programme of visits is offered on Thursday 13 June. Visits are available to galvanizing plants or leading fabricators/manufacturers of steel products. Choose from the following 3 options: Group 1 - ASK Romein & Antwerp Harbour Projects Group 2 - Verzinkerij Weert & Verzinkerij Meerveldhoven Group - [Sponsors](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2019/sponsors/) - [table id=3 /] To be a sponsor of EGGA Assembly 2019 or to book a display table, please contact Kimberley Warner at EGGA (kimberley@egga.com). - [Antwerp](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2019/antwerp/) - A charming city with a lot of character, Antwerp is Belgium’s second largest city and biggest port. Antwerp may be the diamond capital of the world, but its jewels are not all in the diamond district. The true treasures of the city are located in the old town of Antwerp with the Grote Markt, Stadhuis, Cathédrale - [Sightseeing](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/assembly-2019/sightseeing/) - Tuesday 11 June Tour 1: Antwerp City Walking Tour 09:30 – 12:00 The Antwerp City Walking Tour will give you a taste of the city and its delicacies. Your guide will take you to the most beautiful and tastiest spots in the city. From chocolate tasting at a chocolate shop in a palace designed by - [Bulletin](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/bulletin/) - [Europe](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/europe/) - [Worldwide](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/worldwide/) - [Industry](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/industry/) - [Cookies Policy](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/cookies-policy/) - Please see our updated privacy policy. - [Privacy Policy](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/privacy-policy/) - This website is operated by « European General Galvanizers Association » (hereinafter « EGGA »), an international non-profit association incorporated in the United Kingdom, with head office in 11 Emmanuel Court, 14-16 Reddicroft, Sutton Coldfield, B73 6AZ, United Kingdom, and with national company registration number 2572689. Terms of use of the EGGA website By registering ## Events - [Assembly 2026 Istanbul](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/events/assembly-2026-istanbul/) - We are pleased to announce that Assembly 2026 will take place on 8-11 June in Istanbul, Turkey! - [Glossary](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/events/standards/) - This international glossary of galvanizing terms has been developed with the valuable assistance of EGGA members. It includes technical, scientific, and commercial terms used in the batch (after-fabrication) hot dip galvanizing industry. ## Publications - [Batch Galvanized Steel or Continuously Coated ZM Steels - A true comparison](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/publications/batch-galvanized-steel-or-continuously-coated-zm-steels-a-true-comparison/) - Precoated ZM steels are not an equal alternative to batch galvanizing to EN ISO 1461. Here are five key facts you need to know. - [EGGA Sector Environmental Product Declaration “Batch Hot Dip Galvanizing of Steel Products to EN ISO 1461: Sector EPD Based on an Average Product” (2026)](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/publications/egga-sector-environmental-product-declaration-batch-hot-dip-galvanizing-of-steel-products-to-en-iso-1461-sector-epd-based-on-an-average-product-2026/) - The declared unit of this EPD is ‘1 year of protection by galvanizing to EN ISO 1461 of 1m x 1m steel plate of 8mm thickness’, calculated on the basis of a life span of 63 years. It is important to understand this unit when interpreting the results. Extrapolations for other purposes of the data - [Galvanized Reinforcement in Concrete Structures: An Introduction For Engineers and Designers](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/publications/galvanized-reinforcement-in-concrete-structures-an-introduction-for-engineers-and-designers/) - This publication provides information and examples of the advantages of the use of galvanized reinforcing steel. - [Annual Report 2016-2017](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/publications/annual-report-2016-2017/) - The 2016-2017 EGGA Annual Report covers a wide range of marketing, technical, research and environmental activities that the industry pursues under the EGGA umbrella. - [Galvanized Steel and Sustainable Construction: Solutions for a Circular Economy](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/publications/galvanized-steel-and-sustainable-construction-solutions-for-a-circular-economy/) - EGGA has launched a new publication - ‘Galvanized Steel and Sustainable Construction: Solutions for a Circular Economy’ to explain the contribution that galvanized steel can make to achieving the goals of circular construction – combining durability, robustness, reuse and recycling to ensure that steel structures can be designed for multiple life cycles without need for maintenance. - [Implementation of EU BAT Conclusions for Ferrous Metal Processing:  A Guide for Operators of Batch Galvanizing Installations](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/publications/implementation-of-eu-bat-conclusions-for-ferrous-metal-processing-a-guide-for-operators-of-batch-galvanizing-installations/) - This guide is intended to support operators of batch (general) galvanizing plants and the permitting authorities to understand the requirements and obligations arising from European Commission Implementing Decision (EU) 2022/2110 of 11 October 2022 establishing the best available techniques (BAT) conclusions, under Directive 2010/75/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council on industrial emissions, - [Controlling liquid metal assisted cracking during galvanizing of constructional steelwork](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/publications/controlling-liquid-metal-assisted-cracking-during-galvanizing-of-constructional-steelwork/) - This guidance augments the basic guidance given in Clause 6.7.5 of EN ISO 14713 Part 2: 2019. Liquid metal assisted cracking (LMAC), or liquid metal embrittlement (LME), occurs when a combination of steel characteristics, fabrication detailing and galvanizing processing variables create conditions for brittle cracking of a steel article during galvanizing. Such a combination of factors rarely occurs in practice. For fabrications that might be susceptible to LMAC, it is recommended to follow the guidance contained in this document. - [Hot dip galvanizing to EN ISO 1461 and CE marking of structural steelwork to EN 1090](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/publications/hot-dip-galvanizing-to-en-iso-1461-and-ce-marking-of-structural-steelwork-to-en-1090/) - Hot dip galvanizing to EN ISO 1461 and CE marking of structural steelwork to EN 1090. CE Marking for all construction products, covered by a harmonised European standard or conforming to a European Technical Assessment became mandatory from 1 July 2013. CE Marking for fabricated structural steelwork will come into force one year later – on 1 July 2014. Available in: English, French, Italian, Dutch and Swedish. - [Galvanized Reinforcement - Project File: Galvanized Reinforcement in Water Filter Slabs](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/publications/galvanized-reinforcement-project-file-galvanized-reinforcement-in-water-filter-slabs/) - This project file shows how galvanized rebars have been used for the reinforcement of pre-cast slabs to be used as water filters for drinking water basins. - [Galvanized Reinforcement - Project File: Zac Seguin Housing Project - Boulogne-Billancourt, France](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/publications/galvanized-reinforcement-project-file-zac-seguin-housing-project-boulogne-billancourt-france/) - This project file illustrates the use of galvanized rebars in white pre-cast concrete balconies made with planter-style parapets to protect the white surface finish of these elements from rust stains and provide them with an improved thin design. - [Galvanized Reinforcement - Project File: Balconies - Genoa, Italy](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/publications/galvanized-reinforcement-project-file-balconies-genoa-italy/) - The project file explains how galvanized rebars have been used for the reinforcement of white concrete support beams of an elegant apartment in Genoa in order to provide these elements with increased protection without the need for increased concrete cover. - [Galvanized Reinforcement - Project File: Galvanized Reinforcement in Manhole Covers](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/publications/galvanized-reinforcement-project-file-galvanized-reinforcement-in-manhole-covers/) - This project file shows how manhole covers can be made with a reduced concrete cover and lower steel intensity thanks to the use of galvanized rebars. Galvanized reinforcement delivers several advantages, including reducing the thickness and weight of concrete products. - [The Silo: New facade of north Copenhagen](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/publications/the-silo-new-facade-of-north-copenhagen/) - The European General Galvanizers Association (EGGA) has published a book detailing Copenhagen’s stunning example of the architectural use of galvanized steel for over-cladding an existing building sustainably, effectively and rather cleverly. - [Salt spray testing – why it should not be used to compare different types of coatings](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/publications/salt-spray-testing-information-sheet/) - Salt spray testing – why it should not be used to compare different types of coatings. For users of protective coatings in the construction, manufacturing or engineering industry, there is one aspect of corrosion science that requires careful understanding – that is the role and limitations of accelerated corrosion testing. Available in: English and Spanish - [The Importance of the Correct Specification of Metallic Coatings for Steel](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/publications/the-importance-of-the-correct-specification-of-metallic-coatings-for-steel/) - [Global Galvanizing Awards 2015](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/publications/global-galvanizing-awards-2015/) - 45 projects were entered through the national and regional galvanizers associations across the world. In addition to the ‘Judges’ Award’ and ‘Industry Award’ Winner, the judges have identified four Highly Commended and the highest placed projects from each participating association have been Shortlisted. - [Galvanizing and Sustainable Construction: A Specifiers Guide](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/publications/galvanizing-and-sustainable-construction-a-specifiers-guide/) - EGGA has collaborated with Professor Tom Woolley – a well-known architect and environmental researcher – to publish ‘Galvanizing and Sustainable Construction: A Specifiers Guide’. This comprehensive book explains the economic, social and environmental aspects of batch galvanizing in the context of sustainable building. The publication is also available in other European languages. - [Global Galvanizing Awards 2009](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/publications/global-galvanizing-awards-2009/) - 37 projects were entered and the winning project was judged through a voting procedure involving all EGGA member countries. In addition to the overall winning project, nine Highly Commended projects were noted for their excellent use of galvanizing. - [Global Galvanizing Awards 2012](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/publications/global-galvanizing-awards-2012/) - 46 projects were entered through the national and regional galvanizers associations across the world. In addition to the winning projects, Highly Commended projects for each country were noted for their excellent use of galvanizing. - [Global Galvanizing Awards 2018](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/publications/global-galvanizing-awards-2018/) - 36 projects were entered through the national and regional galvanizers associations across the world. In addition to the 'Judges' Award' and 'Industry Award' Winner, the judges have identified two Highly Commended and the highest placed projects from each participating association have been Shortlisted. - [Annual Report 2018-2019](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/publications/annual-report-2018-2019/) - This annual report gives an insight into EGGA’s activities and the work that is done by the staff and the National Associations at the European level. ## Associate Members - [CBC Global](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/cbc-global/) - [Kunststofftechnik Weber GmbH](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/kunststofftechnik-weber-gmbh/) - [ProCoat Tecnologías S.L.](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/procoat-tecnologias-s-l/) - [VERA CHIMIE DEVELOPPEMENTS](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/vera-chimie-developpements/) - [Combilift](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/combilift/) - [Hönnetaler Kettenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/honnetaler-kettenfabrik-gmbh-co-kg/) - [Zinco International](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/zinco-international/) - [Trafigura](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/trafigura/) - [Boliden](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/boliden/) - [ATUN KIMYA SAN. TIC. A.Ş.](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/atunkimya/) - [Dipl. Ing. Herwig GmbH](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/dipl-ing-herwig-gmbh/) - [Koerner Chemieanlagenbau GmbH](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/koerner-chemieanlagenbau-gmbh/) - [Gimeco Impianti Srl](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/gimeco-impianti-srl/) - [Rezinal nv](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/rezinal/) - [Wiehart](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/wiehart/) - [STOCKMEIER Chemie GmbH & Co. KG](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/stockmeier-chemie-gmbh-co-kg/) - [ANI METAL](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/ani-metal/) - [Metalsider2 SPA](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/metalsiders2/) - [EverZinc](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/everzinc/) - [IMR Metal Powder Technologies GmbH](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/imr-metal-powder-technologies-gmbh/) - [Scheffer Krantechnik GmbH](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/scheffer-krantechnik-gmbh/) - [Bottaro Mario S.r.l.](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/bottaro-mario-s-r-l/) - [Western Technologies (Europe) Ltd](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/western-technologies-europe-ltd/) - [Ingenia GmbH](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/ingenia-gmbh/) - [Hasco Thermic Ltd](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/hasco-thermic-ltd/) - [C. H. Evensen Industriovner AS](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/c-h-evensen-industriovner-as/) - [W Pilling GmbH & Co KG](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/associate-member/w-pilling-gmbh-co-kg/) ## National Associations - [France](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/national-association/france/) - [Spain](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/national-association/spain/) - [Germany](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/national-association/germany/) - [UK and Ireland](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/national-association/uk-and-ireland/) - [Benelux](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/national-association/benelux/) - [Poland](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/national-association/poland/) - [Turkey](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/national-association/turkey/) - [Romania](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/national-association/romania/) - [Austria](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/national-association/austria/) - [Greece](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/national-association/greece/) - [Czech Republic and Slovakia](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/national-association/czech-republic-and-slovakia/) - [Italy](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/national-association/italy/) - [Hungary](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/national-association/hungary/) - [Nordic Countries](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/national-association/nordic-countries/) ## Case Studies - [The Eiffel Tower](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/case_studies/the-eiffel-tower/) - When Gustave Eiffel constructed his famous tower in 1889 for the International Exposition and centennial celebrations of the French Revolution, it was envisaged to be a temporary structure. Little did he know that it would still stand as the much-loved landmark of Paris over 130 years later. - [Riviere Cochon Gras Bridge](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/case_studies/riviere-cochon-gras-bridge/) - The Riviere Cochon Gras Bridge demonstrates the resilience and longevity of galvanized structures. Originally part of the Fore River Bridge, built by Acrow Corporation, it served for 15 years, connecting North Weymouth and Quincy Point, Massachusetts, while withstanding harsh New England winters and heavy traffic. - [K.118 – From Former Factory To Beacon Of Sustainable Building](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/case_studies/k-118-from-former-factory-to-beacon-of-sustainable-building/) - Built by baubüro in situ ag, one of the pioneers of sustainable construction, K118 is a factory building which was extended by three additional storeys with studios and workshops instead of opting for a completely new building. This saved around 60 percent of greenhouse gas emissions and 500 tonnes of primary material. - [Please be seated](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/case_studies/please-be-seated/) - Please Be Seated, comprises of a series of rising and falling concentric circles, providing benches and arches for people to sit on and walk under. - [Garsington Opera – Demountable pavilion](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/case_studies/garsington-opera-demountable-pavilion/) - Garsington Opera’s move to Wormsley, a lush English pastoral estate between London and Oxford, has significantly upgraded their facilities in line with the expectations of 21st Century opera goers. The new pavilion offers superb acoustics and a perfect setting in which to experience opera performances of the very highest quality. - [Railway Building in Bavaria – 120 years life and still going strong](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/case_studies/railway-building-in-bavaria-120-years-life-and-still-going-strong/) - In June 1898, the Royal Bavarian State Railways commissioned the section of the Ammersee Railway from Mering to Schondorf along with the station in St. Ottilien. - [Lydlinch Bridge – Built 1942 and in great condition](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/case_studies/lydlinch-bridge-built-1942-and-in-great-condition/) - As early as 1942 the Ministry of Defence was considering outline plans for the D-Day invasion. Where and when the landings would take place were top secret, but the speedy movement of the invasion force to the south coast ports was a common factor to all alternatives. - [Thinking Ahead – Repurposing of galvanized steel](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/case_studies/thinking-ahead-repurposing-of-galvanized-steel/) - Galvanized steel components are standard solutions in a wide range of applications. In this innovative example, BeL - Sozietät für Architektur anticipated a viable next use phase by selecting components from a modular galvanized steel formwork system that would otherwise be used during concrete construction. - [House D6 – Sustainable, reversible housing](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/case_studies/house-d6-sustainable-reversible-housing/) - The design task for this house in the Oberberg region of Germany was to construct a sustainable single-family dwelling, which incorporates the surrounding landscape into the living space and creates covered outdoor spaces for the rainy summer days in the region. - [Leeuwarden Energy Knowledge Centre](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/case_studies/leeuwarden-energy-knowledge-centre/) - The Leeuwarden Energy Knowledge Centre is built on the former Skinkeskâns waste disposal site to the west of Leeuwarden in the Netherlands. This innovative office building is part of an Energy Campus and will house a wide range of research and knowledge institutions in the field of sustainability and is architecturally integrated into the landscape. - [Dursley Treehouse](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/case_studies/dursley-treehouse/) - Built on a small plot in the centre of Dursley, England, this house was designed to have minimal impact on the surrounding trees and to preserve the natural habitat of the site. - [Grandstand at Gramsbergen - Rebirth after 40 years](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/case_studies/gramsbergen/) - An existing Elascon stand was saved from demolition thanks to the enthusiasm and decisiveness of one man. - [Designed for deconstruction - Fraunhofer IWKS](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/case_studies/fraunhofer-iwks/) - The Fraunhofer IWKS (Institute for Materials Recycling and Resource Strategies) is at the forefront of research into the responsible use of natural resources – based on the principle that resources should be used but not consumed. - [Information Point - Ready for relocation and repurpose](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/case_studies/information-point/) - The Les Glòries development on the eastern flank of Barcelona has been one of the city’s most significant urban upgrades. During the regeneration of the area, Barcelona City Hall wanted an Information Point that would inform local residents about the development but also provide information for tourists. - [The Green House – Design for flexibility and reuse](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/case_studies/the-green-house-design-for-flexibility-and-reuse/) - The Green House houses a restaurant with its own urban farm and a conference centre. True to the principles of the circular economy, the entire building can be disassembled. ## Downloads - [5-3 COOK](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/download/4212/?tmstv=1786378701) - [Galvanized Steel and Sustainable Construction](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/download/2911/?tmstv=1786378701) ## Galleries - [Plant Visit Group 2](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/bwg_gallery/plant-visit-group-2/) - [Plant Visit Group 1](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/bwg_gallery/plant-visit-group-1/) - [Assembly 2020 Sponsors](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/bwg_gallery/assembly-2020-sponsors/) - [Travelling to Salzburg](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/bwg_gallery/travelling-to-salzburg/) - [Sightseeing](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/bwg_gallery/sightseeing/) ## Gallery tags - [TSG](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/bwg_tag/tsg/) - [Foto-CD](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/bwg_tag/foto-cd/) - [Vorauswahl](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/bwg_tag/vorauswahl/) - [Sommer](https://www.galvanizingeurope.org/bwg_tag/sommer/) - 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