Downer’s National Research and Development Laboratory works in close collaboration with our operational delivery teams and customers to deliver quality road network solutions and value-for-money outcomes.

Our team delivers:

  • Tailored solutions to issues or challenges
  • Improved performance of products, services and solutions
  • Community and environmental benefits, including sustainability and safety outcomes

We have a proven cycle of continuous improvement, supported by our in-house research and development and asset management capabilities. We form partnerships with our customers to demonstrate new products and services, such as high recycled content in bituminous and asphalt products, and expert advice on performance and improvement to meet road users’ expectations.

Downer also partners with some of Australia’s top universities, undertaking research and development projects with the University of Melbourne, Monash University, Swinburne University of Technology and the University of the Sunshine Coast.

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