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Road Science building exterior with opening event guests in foreground

Road Science opens new Tauranga facility to accelerate growth

Road Science, an innovator in road pavement construction and surfacing, is thrilled to announce the opening of a new, state-of-the-art testing and research and development facility in Tauranga. This expansion marks a significant milestone for the Downer-owned entity as it solidifies its commitment to delivering cutting-edge transport and infrastructure solutions.

The new Tauranga building features advanced testing laboratories and research facilities which will better serve growing demand. This investment reflects Road Science's dedication to continuously improve road infrastructure quality and performance, ultimately enhancing safety and efficiency for all road users. 

Road Science is also delighted to be integrating with Downer’s National Research and Development laboratory based in Melbourne, Australia; combining the expertise and capabilities of the two facilities.

Doug Carrasco, Road Science's General Manager, says; “It’s fantastic that the Australian laboratory has now become part of the Road Science brand, it further strengthens our position as a market leader in road engineering research and testing across both Australia and New Zealand.” 

“The new building in Tauranga shows our commitment to supporting innovation and finding solutions to the current and future challenges the roading industry faces. This investment, and the joining of our trans-Tasman capabilities, will also be a significant enabler in the growth and development of our people.” 

George Leidig, Executive GM ANZ Operations for Transport & Infrastructure at Downer, says; "The opening of the new Tauranga facility and the integration with the Australian laboratory are both remarkable achievements for Road Science, and we are excited about the potential these expansions hold for our customers. The world-class facilities on both sides of the Tasman will enable us to accelerate research, innovation, and development of sustainable road solutions to meet evolving needs." 

The expansion will allow Road Science to offer a more extensive range of products and services, including pavement design, asphalt performance testing, binder evaluation, and the development of advanced road surfacing materials.

Road Science is committed to environmental responsibility and places great emphasis on sustainable and eco-friendly road solutions. Its Tauranga and Melbourne facilities will play a vital role in developing and certifying eco-conscious road construction materials and techniques. Road Science is grateful for the continued support of its customers, partners, and local communities in New Zealand and Australia. The company looks forward to collaborating with industry stakeholders and driving positive change in the road construction and infrastructure sectors.

For more information about Road Science and its services, visit www.roadscience.co.nz. 

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