ACI, Armenian Society of Fellows sign MOU to increase collaboration and improve concrete construction

2/4/2026

The American Concrete Institute (ACI) and the Armenian Society of Fellows (ASOF) announced that the two organizations have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to increase collaboration and cooperation between the organizations for the purpose of improving concrete construction. Through the MOU, the technical expertise of each organization will be made available to the other through publications, meetings, conferences, committee membership, certification activities, and other activities as mutually agreed upon.

Additionally, the ASOF Seismic Safety Committee will serve as a formal liaison between ACI and the Urban Development Committee (UDC) of Armenia, as well as between the National University of Architecture and Construction of Armenia (NUACA) and the American University of Armenia (AUA), for the purpose of achieving the goals specified in the MOU. The first tangible outcomes of the MOU are already evident. By the end of 2025, the ACI Student Chapter was established at NUACA and received official approval from ACI. The Chapter held its kick-off opening ceremony on January 30, 2026. In addition, the ASOF Seismic Safety Committee is actively collaborating with ACI Certification and the UDC of Armenia to advance the implementation of ACI Certification programs.

ACI has fostered closer and more formal relations with many international concrete organizations by signing international agreements. Each agreement is tailored to the particular relationship and identifies common interests, outlines a mutual understanding, and defines areas of cooperation between the organizations. For a complete list, visit concrete.org/aboutaci/internationalagreements.

ACI will continue to use its resources and expertise to provide leadership in the effective use of concrete and foster awareness through communication and stakeholder engagement.

About the American Concrete Institute:

The American Concrete Institute (ACI), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is the leading global authority for the development, dissemination, and adoption of its consensus-based standards, technical resources, and educational, training, and certification programs. Founded in 1904, ACI is headquartered in Farmington Hills, Michigan, USA, with a regional office in Dubai, UAE, and Resource Centers located in Southern California, the Midwest (Chicago, IL area), and the Mid-Atlantic (Baltimore, MD area). ACI has more than 90 chapters, more than 350 student chapters, and approximately 40,000 members spanning more than 120 countries. The American Concrete Institute – Always advancing®. Visit concrete.org for additional information.

About the Armenian Society of Fellows:

The Armenian Society of Fellows (ASOF) was founded on April 24, 2021, by a small group of scholars as a non-profit, non-religious 501(c)3 organization in the US with no political affiliations. The group gradually grew to 350+ members, bringing together some of the most accomplished Armenians and non-Armenians from around the world. Today, ASOF represents the intellectual capital of the Armenian nation spread across four continents. Visit asof.am/ for additional information.