Tasmanian-owned Hazell Bros Group has opened a $12 million asphalt plant at Bridgewater, which it says will strengthen the supply of asphalt for roads and infrastructure across southern Tasmania.
The facility on Crooked Billet Drive will supply projects for local councils, government agencies, developers, contractors and businesses in the south of the state.
Managing director Geoffrey Hazell described the plant as a milestone for the family-founded business.
“This investment is about much more than a new asphalt plant,” he said.
“It represents our confidence in Tasmania and our commitment to continuing to build the capability needed to deliver infrastructure projects across the state.”
The business was founded in southern Tasmania more than 80 years ago.
It now works across several Australian states in civil construction, quarrying, transport and materials production.
“While our business has grown and expanded interstate, our commitment to Tasmania and the family values on which the business was founded remain as strong as ever,” Hazell said.
The plant combines Hazell Bros’ quarries, manufacturing and transport fleet with the asphalt and surfacing work of Crossroads.
Hazell Bros subsidiary QualTech will provide materials testing and quality checks.
According to the company, the arrangement covers the whole process, from sourcing and making materials to laying asphalt on roads and construction sites.
The company said the plant can use up to 70% reclaimed asphalt pavement in suitable mixes.
It can also take in processed glass, plastic and rubber where project specifications allow.
