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PROJECT PROFILE: ASTM Internationl (ASTM, 2014 award)
International standards developer ASTM International’s MDCP project will boost exports of U.S. building products, especially those related to higher performance “green” construction.
Facilitating Trade: Standards Provide a Common Language
International standards create certainty in trade. When a standard is specified, both buyer and seller know what a conforming product or process will deliver. Building codes address the whole building and include standards for products and processes across multiple construction disciplines.
MDCP Award/ASTM Match: $87,140/$400,235
Contributing Partner: International Code Council (ICC)
Markets Targeted: Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman
U.S. Industry Promoted: Construction, Building Products
Period: 2014-2019
Key ITA Collaborators:
- Joanne Littlefair, ITA Team Lead, I&A Office of Materials Industries
- Renee Hancher, I&A Office of Standards and Investment Policy
- James Cramer, Global Markets Office of Middle East & North Africa
Project Description:
- Conduct workshops and trainings in the Gulf Region on standards and codes for sustainable construction.
- Host Gulf officials delegations to the United States for tecnical and policy training.
- Facilitate Gulf stakeholder engagement in standards and codes development activities.
Project Milestone Report (Part B)
Read the MDCP Project Application
In 2014, ITA partnered with ASTM International to showcase international standards and model building codes for sustainable construction, and their development approaches, to Gulf leaders.
Targeted to Regional Requirements
The Gulf Cooperation Council seeks to develop a regional building code and is committed to more sustainable construction. Solutions to Gulf construction challenges exist with U.S.-domiciled organizations. The timing is right for ASTM International and International Code Council to highlight these solutions via the MDCP.
Development of a regional Gulf building code based on codes and international standards from U.S. organizations strengthens the competitiveness of domestic suppliers. U.S. product and service providers are familiar with these requirements and are highly capable of delivering solutions.
The MDCP project has enabled an integrated program for building levels of knowledge and productive, collaborative relationships. This foundation is critical for future success in U.S. exports. Initiatives since October 2014:
- Doha, Qatar – Gulf officials workshop on standards and codes for sustainable construction
- United States - Gulf officials delegation technical and policy training visit
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Multiple hands-on and virtual technical trainings for Gulf participants on the International Green Construction Code (IgCC) model green building code
- United States - Gulf delegation engagement in ASTM International Committee Week standard development processes
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Dubai, UAE – Gulf officials follow-on workshop on standards and codes for sustainable construction
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ASTM International is a globally recognized leader in the development and delivery of voluntary consensus standards. Over 12,000 ASTM standards are in use worldwide to improve product quality, enhance health and safety, strengthen market access and trade and build consumer confidence. ASTM is headquartered in West Conshohocken, Pennsylvania.
ASTM contacts: Teresa Cendrowski, Jim Olshefsky
International Code Council (ICC) is a leading U.S. developer of model building codes. ASTM standards are an integral part of ICC’s model codes.
- ASTM International MDCP project website including all workshop presentations and news releases
- How to Apply for MDCP Funding
- Contact your local Export Assistance Center
- Tradeology: ITA Supports Industry in Advancing Standards and Codes for Sustainable Construction
- ICC News Release: ICC and GSO Sign Historic Agreement to Advance Building Safety, Innovation and Energy Efficiency in the Gulf Countries
- Highlight: ITA Partners Broker Building Code Accord in Gulf
- The National 2016.10.16: Dubai Fire Underscores Building Code Importance
- Highlight: Long-Term Engagement Keeps Markets Open
- Selected highlights of MDCP projects addressing trade barriers.
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