Rail & Track Ballast
Durability and controlled grading — built for rail infrastructure
As a leading supplier of rail ballast in Australia, Holcim provides high-performance, engineered material that supports railway sleepers and helps maintain track stability. Our ballast is produced to meet strict specifications and can be delivered by road or rail, depending on the quarry.
Rail ballast forms a solid bedding beneath railway tracks to support the smooth operation of rail systems. Our hard-wearing ballast helps protect sleepers, keep them in position and maintain optimal track alignment — particularly under heavy loads and demanding operating conditions.
Just as importantly, ballast plays a critical role in drainage. By allowing water to move away from the track structure, it helps minimise degradation and contributes to long-term track performance.
Benefits
Why rail ballast?
Rail ballast is a proven, widely used solution for track support and security. It helps anchor tracks in place, reducing movement and assisting in maintaining structural integrity over time. By reducing tension transferred to the ground, ballast also helps minimise damage to supporting infrastructure.
Its drainage performance is equally important. Effective drainage helps prevent deformation of the track structure, supporting alignment and reducing the risk of deterioration.
Track ballast for specialist requirements
Track ballast is a more specialised product with physical properties exceeding those of rail ballast for certain applications. It is typically specified for higher-demand rail projects such as high-speed networks or heavy freight routes, where stability, security and long-term performance are critical.
Track ballast provides strong anchoring and alignment performance, while also delivering the drainage characteristics required to help protect the integrity of the rail system.
Talk to Our Team
Holcim offers a wide range of sand products across our more than 50 quarries that are sure to fulfill the requirements of your projects.
Reach out to your local quarry or call us on 1300 555 277 for more information.
