Abstract
The Forum of European National Highway Research Laboratories (FEHRL) was formed on October 24, 1989. Today FEHRL comprises the national road research laboratories in all member states of the European Union. As stated in the organization's charter, "The purpose of FEHRL is to encourage collaborative research between the member laboratories in the field of highway engineering infrastructure, leading to the provision of relevant knowledge and advice to governments, the European Commission, the road industry, and road users." This article presents an overview of FEHRL, discussing how it has promoted cooperative efforts, provided and obtained funding for joint projects, and placed transportation research on the agenda of the European Union.