Laing O’Rourke and Zeotech Partner to Advance Low-Carbon Concrete Solutions

Laing O’Rourke is pleased to announce the execution of a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Zeotech Limited (ASX: ZEO), a leading mineral processing technology company.

This strategic collaboration will explore the use of Zeotech’s AusPozz™ high-reactivity metakaolin in Laing O’Rourke’s infrastructure and building projects. The MOU provides a framework for mutual collaboration, enabling field trials of AusPozz™ in live project settings with nominated concrete suppliers.

Hollie Hynes, General Manager – Sustainability and Environment, Laing O’Rourke, commented:

“Decarbonising construction is one of the most pressing challenges facing our industry, and it demands collaboration across the entire value chain. We’re pleased to be working with Zeotech to explore the potential of AusPozz™ as a low-carbon alternative in concrete. By trialling innovative materials like this on live projects, we can better understand their performance, scalability, and contribution to reducing embodied carbon, helping us deliver more sustainable infrastructure for our clients and communities.”

Dr Ralf Dicke, Director - Strategy, Transformation and Innovation, added:

The MOU marks a significant step in accelerating the adoption of low-carbon materials and reinforces Laing O’Rourke’s dedication to transforming how infrastructure is engineered and built.

Zeotech, Chief Executive Officer, James Marsh, added:

“Partnering with Laing O’Rourke represents a strategic milestone in our commercialisation pathway for AusPozz™. Field trials on major infrastructure projects will provide critical validation of our product’s performance and sustainability credentials, supporting market adoption and unlocking future growth opportunities in the construction sector.”