Road Construction and Maintenance under Bitumen Supply Disruption

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Local Government NSW (LGNSW) is urging councils to prepare for potential disruptions to road construction and maintenance due to a global supply shock affecting bitumen and related materials. The disruption is linked to constraints on maritime trade through the Strait of Hormuz, impacting bitumen imports into Australia. The Australian Flexible Pavements Association (AfPA) warns of supply chain constraints, rising costs, and risks of material shortages, which are expected to affect asphalt production, road maintenance programs, and project delivery timelines nationwide. AfPA calls on road authorities to prioritise critical infrastructure and maintenance works and collaborate with contractors and suppliers to manage supply constraints and cost increases.