E&E Event and Warm Mix Asphalt Workshop Bring Europe's Road Community Together in Vienna From 10–12 June 2026, Vienna welcomed hundreds of professionals from across Europe and beyond for the EAPA Warm Mix Asphalt Workshop and the E&E Event 2026. Over three days, road authorities, researchers, contractors, industry representatives and policymakers came together to exchange knowledge, share experiences and discuss the future of road construction. The programme covered many of the key challenges and…
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EAPA Participates in the International Conference of HAPA in Siófok Hungarian Asphalt Pavement Association (HAPA) once again welcomed members of the European asphalt community to its International Conference in Siófok, bringing together professionals from across the sector to exchange knowledge and strengthen cooperation. Representatives from European Asphalt Pavement Association participated in the event and had the opportunity to meet with members of the Hungarian asphalt community and industry partners.
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ZAS Celebrates 30 Years of Contribution to the European Asphalt Community Slovenian Asphalt Pavement Association (ZAS) celebrated its 30th anniversary in Ljubljana, marking three decades of contribution to the asphalt sector in Slovenia and across Europe. Slovenian experts have actively contributed to the work of European Asphalt Pavement Association committees and European cooperation initiatives since 1997, just one year after the founding of ZAS. Among the first contributors was Slovenko Henigman, founder and Managing…
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EAPA Elects New President and Vice President The European Asphalt Pavement Association (EAPA) has officially welcomed a new leadership team following the recent General Council Assembly and Executive Committee meetings held in Berlin. The EAPA Board elected Slovenko Henigman as the new Chair of the Executive Committee, a role that also includes serving as President of EAPA. Alongside him, Jean-Pierre Paseri was elected as Vice President. This marks an important new chapter for the association…
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Road Maintenance Matters 2026 On 9 April 2026, EAPA hosted the third edition of Road Maintenance Matters as part of International Road Maintenance Day 2026. Held live from the EAPA office in Brussels and streamed online to participants across Europe and beyond, the event brought together experts, road authorities and industry representatives to discuss the importance of road maintenance in supporting sustainability, safety and efficient transport networks. The discussions explored topics including emissions reduction, road…
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The Three-Step WMA Initiative To support Europe’s transition towards 100% Warm Mix Asphalt (WMA), EAPA launched a structured Three-Step WMA Initiative bringing together knowledge sharing, practical guidance and industry collaboration. 1. Publications (2024) The initiative began with two free publications covering WMA definitions, technologies, benefits and implementation guidance for both industry and road administrations. 2. Webinar (2025) A dedicated webinar followed in 2025, sharing national experiences and practical insights to help accelerate WMA adoption across…
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EAPA Presents Asphalt 4.0 at ORBA Connecting Ontario Conference Ontario Road Builders' Association (ORBA) hosted the Connecting Ontario Conference, bringing together professionals from across the road construction and asphalt sector to discuss innovation, infrastructure and the future of the industry. During the conference, European Asphalt Pavement Association presented the ongoing work and developments related to Asphalt 4.0, with discussions focusing on digitalisation, innovation and the practical implementation of new technologies within the asphalt sector. The…
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Season 2 of The RoadCast Comes to a Close Season 2 of The RoadCast has officially wrapped up. Over the course of five episodes, listeners heard inspiring conversations with industry leaders and experts including Malcolm Simms, Kamilla Vasconcelos, Christophe Nicodème, Martyn Luby and Audrey Copin. The season explored a wide range of topics, from digital innovation and sustainability to leadership, career development and the future of the asphalt industry. Through their insights and experiences, our…
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Siobhan McKelvey named EAPA Asphalt Advocate of the Year 2025 We are pleased to announce that Siobhan McKelvey, Director General of Eurobitume, has been awarded the EAPA Asphalt Advocate of the Year 2025.We are pleased to announce that Siobhan McKelvey, Director General of Eurobitume, has been awarded the EAPA Asphalt Advocate of the Year 2025. Recognised for her outstanding dedication to the industry, Siobhan has played a key role in fostering the long-standing collaboration between…
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Exclusive Webinar: European Paving Industries Coping with the Green Deal The members-only webinar, "European Paving Industries Coping with the Green Deal," hosted by EUPAVE, CEDR, and EAPA, brought together paving industry professionals to discuss how companies are adapting to the environmental goals of the European Green Deal. Industry experts shared insights on sustainable material advancements, emission reductions, and innovative practices for meeting EU climate targets. The session also covered the unique challenges and solutions…
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The primary objective of the European Asphalt Pavement Association is to build a sound evidence base for promoting the economic, technical, and societal benefits of asphalt paving in road construction and maintenance. Further, to create the future for an innovative and modern asphalt industry in Europe that cares for health and safety as well as for protection of the environment and sustainability.
European Asphalt Pavement Association (EAPA) is the voice of the Asphalt Paving Industry in Europe and works to ensure that the use of asphalt, as the optimum choice for the construction and maintenance of the vital European road infrastructure, is fully appreciated, promoted, and implemented.
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Asphalt plays an important role in our daily activities. When we travel to work or school, or when we buy goods in a shop or via internet, asphalt roads are being used.
There is more knowledge and science involved in this material than most people realise. This allows producing many different types of asphalt, each having specific characteristics. Some are designed to be porous and very silent, others to be impermeable, etc. In most cases, asphalt surfaces are grey or black although it is also possible to find them yellow or red.