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High activity in civil engineering works
The production in civil engineering works is flattening out at a record high level after experiencing a strong increase since the first half of 2011.
| Seasonally adjusted, per cent | Working day adjusted, per cent | Index | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3rd quarter 2012 - 4th quarter 2012 | 4th quarter 2011 - 4th quarter 2012 | 4th quarter 2012 | |
| Total | 0.3 | 3.0 | 121.6 |
| Buildings, total | 1.5 | 1.5 | 115.2 |
| Civil engineering works | -1.5 | 7.9 | 143.4 |
The activity in civil engineering works is 7.9 per cent higher in the 4th quarter of 2012 compared to the same period in 2011, according to working day adjusted figures.
The total production in the construction industry has experienced moderate growth in 2012 and compared to the 4th quarter of 2011, the production has increased by 3 per cent.
In the building sector, production increased by 1.5 per cent in the last quarter according to seasonally adjusted figures. Working day adjusted figures indicate 1.5 per cent growth from the 4th quarter of 2011.
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Contact
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Hege Raaberg Bekkevold
E-mail: hege.raaberg.bekkevold@ssb.no
tel.: (+47) 62 88 54 60
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Mona Takle
E-mail: mona.takle@ssb.no
tel.: (+47) 62 88 52 02
