Transport

EARTHLOK™ is revolutionising transport projects. Durable, sustainable erosion control for roads, bridges, and infrastructure across Australia.

Permanent Protection. Minimal Maintenance. Maximum Value.

Why EarthLok is unmatched in transport projects

One-and-Done Erosion Control for Road and Rail – Built for Longevity, Not Rework

State transport agencies are under constant pressure to build and maintain critical road and rail infrastructure — all while managing lifecycle costs and meeting strict performance expectations. Traditional erosion control options like rip rap or rock beaching may appear cost-effective upfront, but their susceptibility to washouts and degradation often leads to repeat maintenance and costly downtime.

EARTHLOK™ provides a smarter, engineered alternative. As a flexible concrete matting system, it conforms to site contours, resists undermining, and allows for subsurface drainage — making it ideal for both greenfield transport projects and long-term maintenance programs. Once installed, it stays in place, requiring no ongoing maintenance or rework — freeing up resources for new project delivery.

Engineered to Lower Lifecycle Costs

In large-scale transport infrastructure, the real cost of erosion control lies not just in installation, but in years of reactive maintenance. Rip rap systems often suffer edge failures and complete washouts in high-flow or flood events.

EARTHLOK™ eliminates these recurring costs. Its robust design delivers long-term durability, minimising the need for inspection or repairs. Transport authorities can reinvest saved maintenance budgets into network upgrades, system resilience, or accelerated delivery of pipeline projects.

Rapid Deployment for New Builds and Upgrades

With installation speeds exceeding 1,000 m² per day, EARTHLOK™ streamlines delivery timelines for both new transport corridors and upgrades to existing routes. Its flexible structure requires minimal site preparation, conforms naturally to existing grades, and reduces the extent of earthworks — making it especially well-suited to linear infrastructure like highways, rail embankments, culverts, and drainage swales.

This fast-track capability allows for more efficient construction sequencing and minimises disruption to adjacent assets or live corridors.

Long-Term Resilience for Critical Transport Networks

Adopting a “do it once, do it right” strategy is essential when protecting high-value state transport assets. Backed by proven performance data and field results, EARTHLOK™ supports proactive, whole-of-life asset management — enabling agencies to deliver resilient, low-maintenance infrastructure that stands up to Australia’s extreme weather and increasing demand.

Highlighted Projects

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EARTHLOK™ installed by Earthtrack for embankment and culvert protection for ARTC as part of the Inland Rail at Port Augusta, SA.
EARTHLOK™ installed by Blackhall Tambo Regional Council for a floodway project for TMR.
EARTHLOK™ installed by Eastern Freeway Burke to Tram Alliance for embankment protection of a temporary creek diversion for Major Roads Project Victoria.
EARTHLOK™ installed by BMD for embankment protection for Major Roads Project Victoria as part of the Mickleham Road Upgrade in Melbourne, Victoria.
EARTHLOK™ installed by Parkes Shire Council in a swale drain during new road construction for TfNSW.
EARTHLOK™ installed by Ward Civil for abutment protection for Ventia and TfNSW.
EARTHLOK™ installed by Carey Civil and John Holland for a swale drain for V/Line.
EARTHLOK™ installed by Fulton Hogan for an outfall drain as part of the South Western Region Alliance maintenance works for Regional Roads Victoria.
EARTHLOK™ installed by Fulton Hogan in a swale drain as part of the South Western Region Alliance maintenance works for Regional Roads Victoria.

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