42 Civil engineering
This division includes general construction for civil engineering objects. It includes new work, repair, additions and alterations, the erection of pre-fabricated structures on the site and also construction of temporary nature. Included is the construction of heavy constructions such as motorways, streets, bridges, tunnels, railways, airfields, harbours and other water projects, irrigation systems, sewerage systems, industrial facilities, pipelines and electric lines, outdoor sports facilities, etc. This work can be carried out on own account or on a fee or contract basis. Portions of the work and sometimes even the whole practical work can be subcontracted out.
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Subcategories of 42 Civil engineering
- 42.1Construction of roads and railways
Code 42.1 in the Statistical Classification of Economic Activities in the European Community (NACE Rev. 2) covers the construction of roads and railways, including the building, reconstruction and maintenance of highways, streets, bridges, tunnels, railway tracks, stations and related civil-engineering works. This activity also encompasses associated site preparation, earthworks and installation of drainage and signalling systems.
- 42.2Construction of utility projects
Code 42.2 covers the construction of utility infrastructure projects, including the installation of water, gas, steam and electricity distribution networks, as well as the building of telecommunications, sewage and drainage systems. It also includes related civil-engineering works such as laying underground pipelines and erecting above-ground utility structures.
- 42.9Construction of other civil engineering projects
Code 42.9 in the Statistical Classification of Economic Activities in the European Community (NACE Rev. 2) covers the construction of other civil-engineering projects, such as dams, tunnels, pipelines, roads, bridges and other infrastructure works that are not classified as building construction. It includes activities related to the planning, erection, renovation and maintenance of these structures.
Other CAEN Rev 2 codes under 42 Civil engineering
Frequently asked questions
- What is CAEN Rev 2 42?
- CAEN Rev 2 42 is "Civil engineering". This division includes general construction for civil engineering objects. It includes new work, repair, additions and alterations, the erection of pre-fabricated structures on the site and also construction of temporary nature. Included is the construction of heavy constructions such as motorways, streets, bridges, tunnels, railways, airfields, harbours and other water projects, irrigation systems, sewerage systems, industrial facilities, pipelines and electric lines, outdoor sports facilities, etc. This work can be carried out on own account or on a fee or contract basis. Portions of the work and sometimes even the whole practical work can be subcontracted out.
- What does CAEN Rev 2 42 include?
- 42 Civil engineering contains 3 direct subcategories: 42.1 Construction of roads and railways; 42.2 Construction of utility projects; 42.9 Construction of other civil engineering projects.
- How does CAEN Rev 2 42 map to other classification systems?
- 42 Civil engineering has equivalents in NACE Rev 2 (42). These crosswalks let you translate this code between CAEN Rev 2 and 1 other classification system.
- What is the parent category of 42?
- 42 Civil engineering sits under 42 Civil engineering in the CAEN Rev 2 hierarchy.
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