Betolar is starting to commercialise low-carbon hollow-core slabs with a precast concrete manufacturer based in Malaysia. The aim is to open a regional market for environmentally friendly products. The manufacture of the product was successfully piloted last year.

In Geoprime hollow-core slabs, instead of cement, the binder is mainly industrial side streams from nearby areas. The use of side streams instead of cement saves natural resources and is cost-effective. The Ministry for Foreign Affairs of Finland supports Betolar's commercialisation project with its Finnpart partnership business partnership grant, which amounts to EUR 370,000.

The support is part of the official development cooperation of the Finnish government. The company will also invest the same amount of equity in the project. The purpose of Finnpart partnership Support is to support Finnish companies in their goals of creating and developing new businesses and partnerships in emerging markets.

The supported project aims to start a long-term and profitable business in emerging markets. The Finnpart partnership programme particularly supports the creation of sustainable and socially responsible jobs in developing countries. Profitable business includes achieving lasting results in itself and thus effectively supports Finland's development policy objectives.