History
Construction, an integral part of economic development
The construction sector has always contributed its part to the building of a harmonious development of the Luxembourg economy. When FEDIL was first founded in 1918, eight entrepreneurs formed part of the group of poineers. But it took another 30 years before we were represented as such. After the Second World War the first collective contract was celebrated in the construction sector under the impulse of the general Association of Luxembourg entrepreneurs of construction and public works. At the beginning of the 1950s, Emil Nennig modernised the representation of the sector within the Groupement des Entrepreneurs and at the same time became the vice-president of the International Federation of building and public works. The symbolism is strong, joining the advocacy of our interests on a national level with our involvement in the European scene during the postwar French economical boom.
75 Years of History
Our History
The President’s Speech
A speech by Marc Giorgetti, President of the Groupement des Entrepreneurs
FIEC Celebrates GEBTP Luxembourg's 75th Anniversary
FIEC’s member, Groupement des Entrepreneurs du Bâtiment et des Travaux Publics (GEBTP), celebrates its 75 years representing Luxembourg’s construction industry within our federation. We are pleased to announce that the anniversary event will be held on 23rd September in Luxembourg, a festive occasion to send wishes of utmost success on this remarkable achievement.
Founded in 1946, the GEBTP was established by a group of entrepreneurs with the ambition of creating a representative organisation for Luxembourg’s construction sector. Over the decades, it has developed into the recognised voice of construction companies in the country, representing their professional, economic and social interests and maintaining a close dialogue with public authorities, economic stakeholders and social partners. Today, the federation gathers around 20,000 employees and their enterprises.
The federation’s work covers a broad range of issues affecting the construction industry, including economic and social developments, legislation, skills and training, waste management, and the energy and environmental performance of buildings. The GEBTP also places particular emphasis on innovation and on strengthening the competitiveness and future potential of Luxembourg’s construction sector.
Its history has also been closely connected to the European construction community. As FIEC’s Luxembourg member federation, the GEBTP has contributed to the exchange of experience and the representation of the sector at European level. Today, Joël Schons, a board member of the GEBTP, serves as a FIEC Vice-President and chairs FIEC’s Working Group “Housing”.
FIEC warmly congratulates the GEBTP, its members and its successive generations of leaders and people on this important milestone, and looks forward to continuing its close cooperation with the Luxembourg construction member in the years ahead.
GEBTP Luxembourg turns 75 years :: FIEC