February 2026

24 Feb

At CETIM, we promote more circular, efficient, and competitive construction through the development of advanced materials

At HERIT4AGES, we develop and validate different technical and socially innovative solutions to improve cultural heritage in all relevant aspects: inclusivity, accessibility, resilience, sustainability, and energy efficiency. At MORFEO, we create new functional mortars and concretes from alkali-activated steel slag, using advanced tools such as Artificial Intelligence to optimize formulations and predict properties, accelerating the development of solutions adapted to different construction applications. Decarbonizing the construction...

24 Feb

Eugenio Navarro: “Advances in materials science allow us, and at the same time compel us, to think in terms of continuous improvement without getting bogged down in terminology or literal interpretations. Performance is what counts”

by Carolina Solino

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The search for innovative solutions requires the support of strong partnerships. An example of this is the partnership between CETIM and Tesela, a technology-based research company specializing in materials, with which we are currently working on the European HERIT4AGES project and the MORFEO Public-Private Partnership project. Today we talk to Eugenio Navarro, Founder and CEO of Tesela, to learn a little more about the company's...

24 Feb

Towards more circular and intelligent construction thanks to DEMOLTECH

by Carolina Solino

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CETIM is researching disruptive technologies for the design, revaluation of materials and raw materials, demolition work, waste management, recycling, and the search for a second life for construction and demolition waste. Currently, due to the large amount of waste we produce, it is necessary to seek new technologies that improve recycling, reuse, and recovery processes. This is especially true when it comes to Construction and Demolition...

24 Feb

CETIM researches biopesticides and technologies to increase agricultural sustainability and productivity

by Carolina Solino

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In the AURORA project, we are developing a comprehensive strategy based on the use of biopesticides and digital technologies to reduce the incidence of disease in agricultural crops, paving the way for ecological and precision agriculture. [caption id="attachment_18316" align="aligncenter" width="841"] Microbiology Laboratory at CETIM.[/caption] Population growth means that production systems must be adapted to meet high demand. This is a challenge faced by all sectors, but today...

24 Feb

At PLASMIX-ROAD, we will transform plastic waste into new sustainable roads

by Carolina Solino

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At CETIM, we are contributing to the creation of a circular and digitally integrated value chain that transforms plastic waste into functional additives for more sustainable asphalt mixtures. [caption id="attachment_18334" align="aligncenter" width="795"] Sustainable Building Materials Laboratory at CETIM.[/caption] The production of conventional bituminous mixtures, used to build roads, depends on petroleum products, such as bitumen, and the intensive use of primary resources, with significant implications for both...

24 Feb

NanomatIA: Nanomaterials, biotechnology, and Artificial Intelligence for more efficient and sustainable batteries

by Carolina Solino

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CETIM is the scientific coordinator of the project, in which we will investigate different mechanical, chemical, and biotechnological technologies for the search and treatment of lignin- and cellulose-based nanomaterials that can be applied to various elements of electrochemical cells to improve their functional, environmental, and economic properties. [caption id="attachment_18312" align="aligncenter" width="820"] Energy Storage Materials Laboratory at CETIM.[/caption] With the growth in demand for electric vehicles and the...

25 Feb

CETIM will participate in GaliBuild Meeting 2026

by Carolina Solino

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The Second Industrialised Construction Forum, organised by the Galicia Constrúe cluster, will take place on 12th and 13th March 2026 in Santiago de Compostela. At CETIM, we have extensive experience in developing technical and innovative solutions in advanced materials for the construction sector, with success stories at national and European level. That is why we are joining GaliBuild Meeting 2026, the leading meeting point for the...

24 Feb

Join to the Innovation Industry Construction Congress

by Carolina Solino

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CETIM is participating as a bronze sponsor and member of the thematic panel on ‘Innovation in the water cycle’ at the Congress on Innovation in Construction, Building, Infrastructure and Concessions, to be held in Santander from 1st to 5th June 2026. [caption id="attachment_18340" align="aligncenter" width="841"] CETIM, sponsor of IC2.[/caption] From 1st to 5th June, Santander's Magdalena Palace will become the epicentre of international networking, collaboration and expansion...

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