CTA CTA is a PPP multi-sector industry cluster, working as a JTI, created in 2005 by the Andalusian Regional Ministry of Innovation, Science and Enterprise CTA is the main private promoter and funder of R&D and Technological Innovation projects carried out by companies in collaboration with Public Research Groups/Research Centres
CTA 2005-2015 Facts and Figures 155 Member Companies 588 Funded Projects 443,91 M€ Projects’ budget 151 M€ Funds Granted 350 Public Research Groups Involved >1.000 Researchers 83 M€ RTD subcontracted
Construction Innovation Mainstreams Integrated design & management tools Smart materials Upgraded automation & control systems Waste valorisation & recycling Energy efficiency & savings (incl. HVAC) + RES integration New concepts in infrastructure & building (service oriented)
Construction Innovation Main Drivers Enabling international outreach through Public Procurement of Innovation Transnational PPPs Sustainability is a must Tougher worldwide legal, social & policy constraints Emerging opportunities (new markets & consumers)