Bremworth awarded Kāinga Ora contract for wool carpet

MARKET RELEASE
13 June 2025

BREMWORTH AWARDED CONTRACT FOR SUPPLY OF WOOL CARPET TO KAINGA ORA
Bremworth Limited (BRW) has become aware of a release that was made to the media on its behalf
on Thursday, 12 June 2025 in relation to BRW being awarded the contract for the supply of wool
carpet to Kāinga Ora.
Unfortunately, that version was a draft that was released in error.
The correct version follows:
A decision by Kāinga Ora to award a two-million-dollar contract for the supply of wool carpet in
some of its new builds and renovations is being hailed as a breakthrough for NZ’s natural fibre sector
by industry experts.
The selection of locally owned manufacturer Bremworth as a supplier of wool carpet for Kāinga
Ora's newly constructed and renovated homes will see wool carpet installed in around 900 planned
state housing projects annually for the duration of the three-year contract.
Bremworth CEO Craig Woolford says the win has far-reaching implications for both public sector
procurement, the rural community and the broader property development industry.
“This isn’t just a commercial contract, it’s a signal to the entire construction sector that wool carpet
meets the durability, safety and sustainability standards expected of any high-traffic housing
environment. Government agencies like Kāinga Ora are seen as setting the benchmark for the wider
industry,” says Woolford.
“Wool has now passed one of the most stringent testing processes in the country. It’s proof that
when put on a level playing field, New Zealand-made natural fibres can not only compete, but they
can also win.”
“The fact this contract has been awarded is the result of years of effort to ensure wool had a seat at
the table,” Woolford says. “The inclusion of wool is a win for New Zealand's farmers and future
tenants of these homes.”
“Beyond the public housing win, we’re now expecting to be invited to present wool carpet solutions
to property developers and construction firms involved in Kāinga Ora builds, and those working on
private developments. It is expected that this project will give us access to projects that had
previously defaulted to synthetic solutions.

Woolford says that while the production volumes for the Kāinga Ora contract represent a relatively
small portion of Bremworth’s total capacity, the strategic value is enormous.
“To produce the annual wool carpet requirement for the Kāinga Ora contract you’re looking at
approximately 95 tonnes of wool, the annual fleece of circa 25,000 New Zealand sheep. It’s a
demonstration of the potential scale of opportunity for our wool sector.”
“It also opens the door for broader adoption in schools, commercial fit-outs and private homes.”
He says wool’s natural properties, including its flame resistance, air purification capabilities, thermal
and acoustic insulation and biodegradability make it uniquely suited to New Zealand’s sustainability
goals.
“Kāinga Ora’s new state homes are built to the latest standards, designed to deliver warmth,
comfort and health outcomes for some of New Zealand’s most vulnerable residents, and flooring
choices like wool carpet help play a role in achieving that.”
“This is an important milestone, but also just the beginning of a much bigger conversation about the
role of New Zealand wool in our built environment.
ENDS

Approved for release by the Board of Bremworth Limited

For further information, please contact:
Craig Woolford
Chief Executive Officer
Bremworth Limited
+64 22 615 5100