Quality & Sustainability

Quality and Sustainability in Bitumen: Building Roads for the Future

Quality and sustainability

Sustainable bitumen with advanced blending, eco-packaging, and certified green standards.

The quality and sustainability of bitumen have never been more important than they are today, as road networks face increasing demands from heavier traffic, higher loads, and extreme weather conditions. 

At EP International, we are committed to delivering premium bitumen solutions that combine superior quality, durability, and environmental responsibility.

Quality and sustainability

Certified quality and rigorous testing

Our bitumen and emulsions undergo extensive independent testing by internationally recognised laboratories, ensuring they meet the highest industry standards.  These include:

Repsol Technology Centre (Spain) 

Bureau Veritas (Belgium)

CSIR (South Africa)

Ciesm-Intevia (Spain)

As a key part of our quality commitment, we hold multiple accreditations, including:

CE Marking

Demonstrating product quality and reliability through compliance with European safety, health, and environmental standards.

ISO 9001

International standard for quality management.

ISO 14001

Certification for environmental management systems.

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Sustainability through durability

Investing in high-quality bitumen leads to long-term sustainability, reducing maintenance needs and extending the lifespan of road surfaces. Our advanced three-stream blending process ensures superior:

  • Traffic resistance

    Withstands heavy and slow-moving loads

  • Temperature resilience

    Performs reliably in extreme climates.

  • Deformation resistance

    Reduces rutting and cracking.

  • Ageing durability

    Extends road lifespan, minimising maintenance costs.

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Environmental Product Declarations

Our manufacturing partner, Repsol, was the first European manufacturer to receive Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) for its full range of bitumen and bituminous emulsions.

This provides transparent data and complete peace of mind on our products’ environmental credentials, reinforcing our commitment to responsible production and a circular economy.

Green innovation

We actively develop eco-friendly bitumen solutions, including:

Cold-mix bituminous emulsion

Reducing energy consumption and emissions during application.

Green asphalts

Incorporating recycled materials to lower environmental impact.

Eco-conscious supply chain practices

Including container recycling, responsible waste management, and purchasing pallets from ecologically managed forests.

Technical assistance and custom solutions

At EP International, we go beyond supplying bitumen – we partner with customers to provide tailored solutions.

Customised product design

Developing formulations to suit specific project needs.

Technical support

Expert guidance before, during, and after purchase.

Training and execution assistance

Ensuring optimal application and long-term performance.

Sustainable packaging and site storage solutions

Traditional bulk transportation creates inefficiencies and waste. To combat this, we’ve developed innovative packaging and storage solutions, including:

BitBox packaging system

Reducing waste, lowering shipping costs, and enabling full product utilisation.

Self-standing bags

Designed for permanent melting facilities, using minimal packaging volume and ensuring 100% delivery of the bitumen product.

Quality and sustainability

By choosing EP International, you gain:

  • Certified sustainability

    Backed by CE Marking, ISO accreditations, and EPD certification.

  • Proven longevity

    Roads designed to last decades, reducing long-term costs.

  • Rigorous testing

    Independent verification for quality assurance.

  • Outstanding service

    A long-term partner committed to innovation, sustainability, and customer success.