South Curl Curl Boardwalk

DM Composites was commissioned to deliver a 50-metre by 3-metre elevated FRP boardwalk along Sydney’s coastline, providing a durable, corrosion-resistant structure with integrated AS-compliant handrails, secure sandstone anchoring, and seamless connection to existing coastal pathways and landscaping.

LOCATION

Located along the coastline of South Curl Curl Beach in Sydney, New South Wales, the boardwalk provides a continuous accessible link between the Surf Life Saving Club, Fisherman’s Walk, the ocean pool, and Brian Green Lookout, improving public access while preserving the surrounding coastal landscape.

OUTCOME

DM Composites was engaged to design, supply, and construct a 50-m-long and 3-m-wide elevated FRP boardwalk system. A modern, corrosion-proof structure tailored to withstand the harsh marine exposure of Sydney’s coastline.

CONSTRUCTION CHALLENGES AND SOLUTIONS:

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South Curl Curl Boardwalk

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Cliffside Access & Limited Working Area:

With the boardwalk constructed directly above the rock escarpment adjacent to the ocean pool, site access was restricted. Materials and machinery were carefully sequenced to prevent encroachment on the beach below or vegetation above. Lightweight FRP sections allowed for manual handling and smaller lifting equipment compared to steel alternatives. 

Harsh Marine Conditions:

The coastal site experiences constant salt spray and high UV exposure. All FRP elements were designed with fully impregnated pigmentation and resin systems tested for coastal applications, ensuring zero corrosion and colour stability over decades. 

Structural Integration:

DM Composites engineered precision transitions between the concrete approach slabs and the FRP superstructure, maintaining smooth accessibility and continuity in the boardwalk system. 

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