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Stay up to date with the latest happenings at HEX-LOC®. From industry highlights and recent events, to product launches and company milestones, this section keeps you informed and connected.
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Eco-inspired solution for tackling New Zealand’s erosion problems
EcoReef® has issued a media release confirming its brand name change. The new identity has been chosen to better reflect the hexagonal form and distinctive qualities of EcoReef® as well as the versatility of the product. This marks an important milestone in our evolution, and the full release provides further detail on the change and its significance for our community and partners.
EcoReef® Te Awanga coastal protection project for Hastings District Council complete
A latest EcoReef® coastal protection structure has been successfully completed at Te Awanga, designed to help safeguard the lagoon and nearby infrastructure from erosion and storm damage.
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Celebrating our Award-winning partnership with Tararua Alliance
HEX-LOC® is proud to present Tararua District Council and Tararua Alliance with an award for their outstanding contribution to a complex roading dropout and slip repair project.
Engineering NZ Field Trip Explores Coastal Innovation at Te Awanga
Members of the Hawke’s Bay branch of Engineering New Zealand Te Ao Rangahau recently took part in a field trip to the Te Awanga EcoReef® Coastal Protection site, hosted by Lattey Group Ltd. The visit offered a close-up look at a pioneering approach to coastal protection that’s gaining attention for its sustainability and resilience.
EcoReef® and Fulton Hogan Named Finalists in 2025 CCNZ Construction Excellence Awards
EcoReef®, in collaboration with Fulton Hogan, is proud to be named a finalist in the 2025 Civil Contractors New Zealand (CCNZ) Hirepool Construction Excellence Awards in the category Projects Under $2 Million.
EcoReef® Wins Excellence in Concrete Innovation at 2025 Concrete Construction Awards
EcoReef® is proud to announce its win in the Excellence in Concrete Innovation category at the 2025 Concrete Construction Awards, recognising the successful installation of the EcoReef® erosion solution at River Road, Ākitio in the Tararua District.
EcoReef® and Fulton Hogan Win Best Public Works Project Under $2M at 2025 IPWEA Excellence Awards
EcoReef®, in partnership with Fulton Hogan and Masterton District Council, is proud to be recognised as the winner of the Best Public Works Project Under $2 Million at the 2025 IPWEA Aotearoa | New Zealand Excellence Awards.
First EcoReef® Installation in Wairoa Delivers Fast, Sustainable Road Repair
EcoReef® is proud to announce the successful completion of its first installation in the Wairoa District, where locally manufactured EcoReef® concrete blocks were used to repair a section of Mahia East Coast Road near Kaiuku Marae.
QRS Joins EcoReef® as New Licensee, Expanding Regional Capability and Job Opportunities
EcoReef® is proud to welcome Quality Roading and Services (QRS) as its newest licensed manufacturer and installer. Based in Wairoa, QRS brings local expertise and resources to the EcoReef® network, helping expand the reach of sustainable infrastructure solutions across the East Coast.
Lattey Group Acquires EcoReef®, Expanding Sustainable Infrastructure Solutions
Lattey Group is proud to announce its acquisition of EcoReef®, a modular concrete erosion control system designed for coastal protection, slope stabilisation, and infrastructure resilience.
