Thursday, 29 January 2026
Austroads has released nine new technical specifications to support best practice in the construction and maintenance of road and transport infrastructure. These specifications provide clear requirements for earthworks, stormwater infrastructure, traffic facilities, and safety barriers, helping practitioners deliver safer, more durable, and efficient projects.
“These specifications provide consistent guidance across critical areas of design and construction, helping industry standardise approaches, reduce risk, and improve the quality and longevity of infrastructure projects. They represent an important step towards harmonising practices across jurisdictions and ensuring sustainable construction methods,” said Ross Guppy, Austroads’ Transport Infrastructure Program Manager.
Download the Austroads Earthworks and Stormwater Specifications below:
ATS-2135-25 Management of Acid Sulfate Soils – Requirements for identifying, testing, and treating Acid Sulfate Soils during construction to prevent environmental degradation.
ATS-2170-25 Geosynthetic Reinforcement – Guidance on the supply and installation of high-strength geosynthetic products for embankment reinforcement and stability.
ATS-2180-25 Dry Deep Soil Mixing – Specifications for ground improvement using dry deep soil mixing techniques to enhance soil strength and stability.
ATS-2185-25 Concrete Injected Columns – Requirements for constructing concrete injected columns (also known as controlled modulus or stiffness columns) to strengthen soft soils.
ATS-2240-25 Construction of Stormwater Infrastructure – Standards for building reinforced concrete pipes, culverts, and associated drainage structures.
Download the Austroads Traffic Facilities and Incidental Construction Specifications below:
ATS-4550-25 Supply of Pits and Covers for Cabling – Requirements for supplying pits and covers used for telecommunications and electrical cabling.
ATS-4560-25 Installation of Conduits and Pits – Standards for installing conduits and pits to protect electrical and communications cables.
Download the Austroads Safety Barrier Specifications below:
ATS-4210-26 Steel Beam Safety Barrier – Requirements for the supply and installation of steel beam safety barrier systems, including end terminals, for new installations and repairs.
ATS-4220-26 Wire Rope Safety Barrier – Specifications for the supply and installation of wire rope safety barrier systems for new installations and repairs.