Epc

/ˌi pi ˈsi/ noun

Definition

Abbreviation for Engineering, Procurement, and Construction - a contracting arrangement in industrial projects.

Etymology

Modern business acronym formed from English words describing the three main phases of large-scale industrial projects. Emerged in the petroleum and construction industries in the late 20th century.

Kelly Says

EPC contracts revolutionized how massive infrastructure projects are managed by bundling all major phases under one contractor, reducing complexity and risk for project owners while creating new specialized business models.

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