NAPA believes that by working with industry, academia, and the government we can develop effective solutions to industry challenges and provide long term benefits to the driving public. To accomplish our vision of a sustainable transportation network with enhanced mobility for all, we partner with other transportation industry leaders to accomplish our common goals.
NAPA Partners
National Center for Asphalt Technology
The NAPA Research and Education Foundation (NAPAREF) helped establish the National Center for Asphalt Technology (NCAT) at Auburn University in Alabama as a focal point for asphalt research and technology. The NCAT test track and laboratory make NCAT the industry's premiere research facility. NCAT also offers professor training to ensure that the latest information is offered in university courses across the country and abroad.
NCAT WEBSITEState Asphalt Pavement Associations
The State Asphalt Pavement Associations, organizations independent from NAPA, represent the asphalt pavement industry in 39 states with programs including technology transfer, education, and training.
State AssociationsAsphalt Institute
The Asphalt Institute is the international trade association of petroleum asphalt producers, manufacturers, and affiliated businesses.
AI WEBSITEAmerican Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials
AASHTO works to educate the public and key decision-makers about the critical role that transportation plays in securing a good quality of life and sound economy for our nation.
AASHTOAmerican Road & Transportation Builders Association
NAPA’s relationships with ARTBA results in win-win situations by combining resources and knowledge in the areas of advocacy and education.
ARTBAAssociation of Equipment Manufacturers
AEM and NAPA partner to bring World of Asphalt to the transportation construction industry. The associations also work together on advocacy initiatives.
AEMFederal Highway Administration
Bringing industry to the table and working with the Federal Highway Administration to provide the latest research in the areas of research and education in materials, design, construction, and safety.
FHWAHighway Materials Group
Partnering to increase your voice, the Highway Materials Group is a coalition of industry leaders who advocate for enhanced funding of our roadways.
HMGTransportation Construction Coalition
A partnership of 32 national associations and construction unions representing hundreds of thousands of individuals with interest in federal transportation programs.
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