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The Second Generation of Eurocode 8: A New Chapter in Seismic Design Across Europe

14/05/2025Andrea Paoli

On June 5th, 2025, Pavia will host a high-level technical event dedicated to the second generation of Eurocode 8, the leading European standard for structural design in seismic areas. The event will take place at Collegio Nuovo and will be jointly organised by the Eucentre Foundation and the Reluis Consortium.

What is Eurocode 8, and Why Does It Matter for Seismic Design?

Eurocode 8 (EN 1998) is part of the broader European Structural Design Standards framework, collectively called Eurocodes (EN 1990–1999). These harmonised technical standards ensure safety, reliability, and sustainability in construction across the European Union.
Eurocode 8 specifically addresses the design of buildings and infrastructure in seismically active regions, incorporating local geological and seismic hazard characteristics into structural design. Its adoption has been crucial in modernising national technical standards and fostering consistent European design approaches.

Second Generation Eurocode 8 (EC8-2G): What’s New

The updated version of Eurocode 8, called EC8-2G, introduces substantial innovations aligned with the latest advances in earthquake engineering. The revision includes updated seismic hazard assessment procedures, improved design response spectra definitions, and new insights on site-specific effects.
It also presents refined structural analysis methodologies, revised definitions of ductility classes, and updated guidance for designing with reinforced concrete, steel, timber, masonry, and composite materials.
Notably, the new Eurocode 8 covers a broader range of structural typologies, including bridges, silos, and tanks, and provides detailed frameworks for assessing and upgrading existing structures, as well as for implementing seismic isolation and energy dissipation devices.
This evolution reflects a commitment to delivering more performant, resilient, and durable structural designs firmly rooted in current scientific understanding and practical application.

A Training Opportunity for Structural and Earthquake Engineering Professionals

The event in Pavia will feature thematic sessions led by leading academics and researchers from prestigious institutions such as Politecnico di Milano, University of Naples Federico II, Sapienza University of Rome, University of Bergamo, University of L’Aquila, University of Genoa, and University of Pavia.
These sessions will delve into the updated Eurocode’s technical content, highlighting its implications for design practice and fostering discussion between code authors and the engineering community.

Eurocodes and National Annexes: Harmonisation with Local Adaptability

A distinctive feature of the Eurocodes is their dual role in promoting both pan-European harmonisation and national flexibility. Each Member State can customise the application of the codes through a National Annexe, which incorporates specific values and technical parameters suited to local conditions, such as seismicity or climatic loads.
This approach ensures that while the Eurocodes provide a unified foundation for structural design, they remain adaptable to national contexts, making them highly effective tools for enhancing safety and structural performance.

CNI Accreditation

The event received accreditation for the recognition of Professional Training Credits by the National Council of Engineers in the case of attendance.

Live Streaming and Open Access to the Event

Event recording is available on the YouTube channels of Eucentre and ReLUIS. Registration is not required:

  • Eucentre YouTube Channel
  • ReLUIS YouTube Channel

The presentation will be in Italian.

The Agenda (Pdf)

9.30-9.40 Introduzione alla giornata
R. Pinho, Eucentre | M. Dolce, ReLUIS | G.M. Calvi, IUSS Pavia | A. Penna, Università degli Studi di Pavia
9.40-9.50 L’aggiornamento degli Eurocodici e il ruolo della Commissione UNI-CIS
R. Landolfo, Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II – Pdf
9.50-10.00 La seconda generazione dell’Eurocodice 8
I. Iervolino, Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II e IUSS Pavia – Pdf
  Sessione 1 – Azioni sismiche di progetto
10.00-10.30 EN1998-1-1. Spettri elastici di progetto ed effetti di sito
R. Paolucci, Politecnico di Milano – Pdf
10.30-10.45 EN1998-1-1. Pericolosità sismica di progetto
I. Iervolino, Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II e IUSS Pavia – Pdf
  Sessione 2 – Analisi e progettazione strutturale
10.45-11.15 EN1998-1-1. Sicurezza, approcci alle forze e agli spostamenti, classi di duttilità
P. Franchin, Sapienza Università di Roma – Pdf
  Sessione 3 – Geotecnica
11.15-11.45 EN1998-5. Fondazioni e opere di sostegno
L. Callisto, Sapienza Università di Roma – Pdf
  Sessione 4 – Materiali e tipologie costruttive
11.45-12.15 EN1998-1-2. Strutture in calcestruzzo armato, sistemi di ancoraggio
P. Riva, Università degli Studi di Bergamo – Pdf
12.15-12.45 EN1998-1-2. Strutture metalliche e composte acciaio-CLS
R. Landolfo, Università degli Studi di Napoli Federico II – Pdf
13.30-14.00 EN1998-1-2. Strutture in muratura, tamponature ed elementi costruttivi non strutturali
G. Magenes, Università degli Studi di Pavia – Pdf
14.00-14.30 EN1998-1-2. Strutture in legno
M. Fragiacomo, Università degli Studi di L’Aquila – Pdf
14.30-14.45 EN1998-2. Ponti
P. Franchin, Sapienza Università di Roma – Pdf
14.45-15.00 EN1998-4. Silos e serbatoi
R. Nascimbene, IUSS Pavia – Pdf
  Sessione 5 – Strutture esistenti
15.00-15.30 EN1998-3. Conoscenza delle costruzioni e approcci dipendenti dal materiale
S. Lagomarsino, Università degli Studi di Genova – Pdf
  Sessione 6 – Dispositivi antisismici
15.30-16.00 EN1998-1-2, EN1998-1-101. Strutture dotate di sistemi di isolamento/dissipazione e prestazioni dei dispositivi antisismici
A. Pavese, Università degli Studi di Pavia – Pdf
16.00-17.00 Discussione e chiusura dei lavori

Looking Ahead: Safer and More Innovative Structural Design

The upcoming presentation of the second generation of Eurocode 8 marks a pivotal moment for professionals engaged in seismic design, structural engineering, technical regulation, and risk mitigation.
By establishing new, science-based design standards, EC8-2G paves the way for a more modern, resilient, and unified European built environment, fully equipped to respond to current and future seismic challenges.
Through this initiative, Eucentre Foundation reinforces its role in advancing technical culture and scientific dialogue and supporting the professional community with cutting-edge regulatory knowledge and design innovation.

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