Confederation of International Contractors' Association (CICA)

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History | Mission | Current Officers | Past Presidents

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History

The Confederation of International Contractors' Associations (CICA) was established in 1974 in Tokyo at the initiative of FIEC (European Construction Industry Federation), FIIC (for Latin America), and IFAWPCA (for Asia and the Pacific). Subsequently, these were joined by FUSCCA (AGC and CCA), representing the United States and Canada respectively, the FAC for the regions in the Middle East and North Africa

1974 - 1981
3 founding federations:
FIEC - FIIC - IFAWPCA

1981 - 1993
4 federations:
AGC - FIEC - FIIC - IFAWPCA

1993 - 1999
5 federations:
FAC - FIEC - FIIC - FUSCCA (AGC + CCA) - IFAWPCA

1999 - 2002
5 federations:
FAC - FIEC - FIIC - FUSCCA (AGC + CCA) - IFAWPCA

Plus 1 associate member:
SAFCEC (South Africa)

2002 - Present
5 federations:
FAC - FIEC - FIIC - FUSCCA (AGC + CCA) - IFAWPCA

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Mission

CICA is a non-profit, voluntary and global association of trade associations representing member construction firms from their respective regions. Altogether, CICA today represents 73 countries, that is to say the world construction industry, which in turn is the largest industrial producing sector in the entire world with an annual market volume of $US 4 trillion dollars and about 110 million workers.

The mission of the Confederation of International Contractors’ Associations (CICA) is to serve, promote and enhance the image of the construction industry across the world.

Confederation's goals and objectives

Represent and speak for the construction industry on matters of international concern and provide a forum for fellowship, cooperation and interaction with member federations, linked institutions and international entities.
Encourage the exchange of information and technical knowledge. Promote investment in engineering and building that enhances both our environment and the quality of life for all.
Enhance the image of the construction industry and its positive contribution to the well being of all humanity.

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Current Officers

Normally, each member federation holds the Presidency of the Confederation in turn.

Members of the current CICA Board are:

President
Manuel R. Vallarino (FIIC)

Senior Vice-President
Daniel Tardy (FIEC)

Vice-President
Awni Saket (FAC)

Vice-President
Luis Zarate (FIIC)

Vice-President
Harry L. Mashburn (FUSSCA-AGC)

Vice-President
John Haskins (IFAWPCA)

Treasurer
Daniel Tardy (FIEC)

Honorary Presidents
Robins Jackson (FUSSCA-AGC)
Livio Amato (FIIC)
Thomas Rogge (FIEC)
Subba Rao (IFAWPCA)
Ahmed Saif Belhasa (FAC)
Barry Brown (FUSSCA-CCA)

Director General
Jean-Pierre Migeon

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Past Presidents

1974 - 1976
Dr. Hermann Brunner (Deceased) - FIEC (Germany)

1976 - 1978
Mr. Takeo Atsumi (Deceased) - IFAWPCA (Japan)

1978 - 1981
Ing. Bernardo Quintana A (Deceased) - FIIC (Mexico)

1981 - 1983
Mr. Philippe Clément (Deceased) - FIEC (France)

1983 - 1985
Mr. Choi Chong-Whan - IFAWPCA (Korea)

1985 - 1987
Ing. Julio Piccini Martin (Deceased) - FIIC (Peru)

1987 - 1989
Mr. Richard E. Hall - FUSCCA (USA)

1989 - 1991
Mr. Frans De Vilder - FIEC (Netherlands)

1991 - 1993
Mr. Glyn T.H. Ing (Deceased) - IFAWPCA (Taiwan)

1993 - 1995
Mr. Livio Amato - FIIC (Brazil)

1995 - 1997
Mr. Robins Jackson - FUSCCA (USA)

1997 - 2001
Prof. Dr. Ing. Thomas Rogge - FIEC (Germany)

2001 - 2003
Dr. Ing. T.N. Subba Rao - IFAWPCA (India)

2003 - 2006
Dr. Ahmed Saïf Belhasa - FAC (UAE)

2006 - 2007
Barry Brown - FUSCCA (Canada)

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