Bilfinger Berger aims to create value through innovation. In its research and development work, the Group focuses on the continuous improvement of construction and services processes. In this way, we enhance the efficiency of planning and implementation. The development work is carried out by the operational units. Group Technology organizes and controls the orientation, content and scope of these activities. It is also actively involved in numerous research projects.
In 2007, our research and development activities led to a large number of approvals from building authorities, new patents and new registered industrial designs. In total, work was carried out on more than 50 research projects in the fields of construction, services and concessions. Once again, the focus was on:
- construction materials and measuring technology
- construction elements and structural technology
- repair,maintenance and operation
- process and machine technology
- tools for planning, knowledge and property rights
We cooperate with leading universities on selected research topics. These projects also aim to achieve direct benefits for our business operations.
Construction business
In our construction business, our research and development projects focus on optimizing lifecycle costs as well as on certain aspects of sustainability.
Together with universities and other academic institutions, industrial partners and state agencies, we have started a pioneering initiative entitled ‘Resource-Efficient Buildings’. This initiative aims to develop energy-saving construction methods, electronic systems for measuring and assessing a building’s condition, and concepts for the reduction of energy requirements in the operating phase.