Division · NACE Rev. 2.1
42 Civil engineering
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Includes
Further included is the construction of heavy constructions (for example, motorways, roads, power plants, bridges, tunnels, railways, airfields, harbours and other water projects, irrigation systems, sewerage systems, industrial facilities, pipelines and electric lines, outdoor sports facilities). 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 changed from NACE Rev. 2
Per the official Eurostat correspondence table (NACE Rev. 2 → NACE Rev. 2.1):
| NACE Rev. 2 origin | Heading (Rev. 2) | Mapping | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 42 | Civil engineering | NACE Rev. 2 division 42 is mapped to NACE Rev. 2.1 divisions 42, 43, 68 | 49:48 |
| 43 | Specialised construction activities | NACE Rev. 2 division 43 is mapped to NACE Rev. 2.1 divisions 42, 43, 81 | 49:48 |
Groups within 42
| Code | Heading |
|---|---|
| 42.1 | Construction of roads and railways |
| 42.2 | Construction of utility projects |
| 42.9 | Construction of other civil engineering projects |
Related codes
Reference data
| Code | 42 |
|---|---|
| Level | Division |
| Parent | F |
| Classification | NACE Rev. 2.1 |
| Legal basis | Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2023/137 |
| Source | Eurostat (ShowVoc dissemination platform) |
| Data checked | 2026-07-20 |