Treading lightly on protected land
The Challenge Protected land, conservation zones, and heritage sites often have fragile soils and strict access restrictions — yet essential maintenance, survey, and construction works still need to proceed.
The Solution JWA composite mat systems provide approved temporary access across the most sensitive and restricted environments, leaving no permanent ground trace.
Protected land and conservation zones often have shallow, fragile soils unsuitable for direct loading.
Any ground disturbance in sensitive areas risks permanent ecological damage and regulatory penalties.
Strict site conditions limit plant size and access windows, constraining productivity and programme.
Deploy rapid access systems that protect the environment while supporting heavy loads.
Engineered composite mats distribute weight effectively, preventing bogging and ground damage.
Quick installation and removal means minimal downtime and maximum productivity.
Our systems provide reliable access in any weather conditions, keeping projects on schedule.
Durable construction allows for multiple deployments, reducing overall project costs.
Access to sensitive sites typically requires environmental authority or parks authority permits specifying vehicle types, load limits, and access route widths. JWA's experience with sensitive site deployments means our team can support permit applications with technical mat specifications.
Many sensitive site permits require post-access ground condition monitoring to confirm no lasting impact. Mats significantly simplify this process by ensuring the ground beneath is protected throughout the works.
Real-world examples of how composite matting solves access challenges for sensitive site access projects.
Our client was tasked to carry out stormwater works for the City of Brisbane at Balmoral Park, a site of local heritage significance. Dura-Base mats were installed over the existing footpath to create a temporary roadway, providing safe access for a tracked excavator while protecting the heritage grounds and aveune of weeping figs.
Dulacca, QLD
How Dura-Base Composite Mats provided a cost-effective alternative to traditional crushed rock for the 180MW Dulacca Windfarm project, protecting sensitive agricultural land.
Stockyard Hill, VIC
The Stockyard Hill Wind Farm project involved connecting over 74km of transmission lines across challenging and sensitive terrain. Dura-Base composite matting was used extensively across several scopes including construction access tracks, turbine construction, and trenching. This case study focuses on the transmission line works and the environmental protection measures implemented.
Mortlake, VIC
Dura-Base provided access through sensitive and soft grounds along transmission line corridor for substation construction and powerline stringing works. The project showcased the versatility of composite matting in supporting major renewable energy infrastructure.
Yeerongpilly, QLD
Dura-Base Composite Mats were employed at the Yeerongpilly Green development to provide a stable crane access and platform solution, supporting the installation of a trenchless drain while protecting the site grounds.
Western Australia
How composite matting was used to support works at a Class A Nature Reserve. This environmentally sensitive project required the highest standards of ground protection.
Gladstone, QLD
The QAL Waste Line Replacement project involved the installation of an 8.8 km above-ground pipeline at Queensland Alumina’s Gladstone refinery. The project required a low-impact solution to gain access for installing the new line while operations continued, as well as for the removal of the old line and piling upgrades to existing structures.
Marcoola, QLD
The Sunshine Coast Airport Expansion Project required access across Marcoola Beach for pipeline construction. Dura-Base mats provided a non-slip, temporary road that protected endangered sea turtle nesting grounds and eliminated the need for imported fill.
