Geosynthetic News Alerts (GNA)

GNA – The Most Widely Read Online Geosynthetics Publication
Time Sensitive Messaging for the Global Geosynthetics Industry

NEWSMAKERS * 3D Printing * AI Expert * Amir Shahkolahi * Bortte * Cirtex * Concrete Canvas * Electrokinetics * EverLiner™ * Exeed  * ExcelPlas * Experts.App * GCCM * GeoQUEST * Geo-tubes * GNA * HUESKER * IGS Election * Kerry Rowe * Maccaferri * Micro-CT * MSE Walls * NAUE * Prof. Kerry Rowe * SEEPS * Simon Mortensen * TCI * Tensar * Tunnel Liners * Whizzo * WSP

Delivering curated, real-time updates on innovation, technical research, and legislative developments in the geosynthetics sector

WORLD NEWS

Exeed Geotextile Opens Production Facility in SAIF Zone
Exeed Geotextile, a subsidiary of Exeed Industries and the first of its kind in the UAE, has inaugurated its state-of-the-art production facility at the Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF Zone)

Fish Producer Invests R$ 7 million in Geomembrane Tanks, Triples Fish Density per m² and Projects a Multimillion-Dollar Return

Geotextiles Manufacturer Secures $15 million in Series A Funding
Whizzo has secured a significant $15 million in its Series A funding round, signaling strong investor confidence in its mission to redefine technical geotextiles manufacturing. The round was spearheaded by Fundamentum, with crucial participation from LB Investment and continued support from existing backers Lightspeed and BEENEXT. This capital infusion is earmarked for aggressively expanding Whizzo’s research and development capabilities, particularly in proprietary materials science and intellectual property.

Performance of Geo-tube Bags as Suitable Coastal Protection Compared with Perforated Concrete Breakwaters [PDF]

INDUSTRY NEWS

New Event – An Introduction to Geosynthetic Cementitious Composite Mats and Barriers (27 January 2026)

VOTE 1: Amir Shahkolahi for IGS Council

Surfer-Engineer Simon Mortensen Says to Create Effective Artificial Reefs Use Precisely Placed Rocks Not Geotextile Bags
You need to make it from a material that use small enough building blocks, so that the wave can understand it. These geotextile bags, which were used previously, are the size of a school bus. You need to have a shape to mold the wave. Some of these bags bloody broke.

Netherlands Installs Geotextile Networks within the water, Slowing the Current, Trapping Fine Sediments

HUESKER Case Study: Construction of the Artificial Beach with Geo Tubes

ExcelPlas Labs Acquire Powerful Micro-CT Scanner for Analysis of Geotechnical and Geosynthetic Materials
First sample free!

Ask Virtual Prof. Kerry Rowe Any Question on Geosynthetics and Get Real Time Responses

How to Weld Tunnel Geomembranes
Is overhead welding fatigue slowing down your tunnel sealing project?  Bortte Welders Outperform!!

Cirtex Announces Distributor Alliance with Tensar

GeoQuest Delivers Cairns Water Security Project

NEW MATERIALS

New Polymer Additive SEEPS Promises to Improve Stress Crack Resistance of HDPE

Mechanical and Rheological Behaviour of HDPE under the Reversible Crosslinking Method and Comparison to a Conventional Method
Offers Potential for Tuneable Properties of HDPE

New Geomembrane Liner Offers Whole of Lifetime Containment – the “For EverLiner”

GEOMEMBRANES

Development of a Thermo-Mechanical Model for PVC Geomembrane—Application to Geomembrane Stability on Dam Slopes

Unsaturated Contaminant Transport Through Holed Wrinkles of Composite Liners

GEOTEXTILES

Geotextile Requirements for Erosion Control Structures

Modelling of Deformation Properties of Nonwoven Materials Used in Road Construction

Digital Prediction of Elastic, Viscoelastic and Plastic Deformation of Geotextile Nonwoven Materials

GCLs

Effect of Granular Bentonite Size and Needle-Punched Fibres on Transport through Compacted and Geosynthetic Clay Liners Permeated with KCl

GEO-TUBES

Influence of Chemical Enhancer Injection Timings on Electrokinetic Geosynthetics-Assisted Vacuum Preloading Combined with Electroosmosis for Dredged Sediments Dewatering and Heavy Metal Removal

Axial Behaviour of Carbon Fabric-Reinforced Cementitious Matrix Confined Concrete-Filled Geotextile Tube Stub Columns

Performance of Geo-tube Bags as Suitable Coastal Protection Compared with Perforated Concrete Breakwaters [PDF]

GEOGRIDS

An Investigation into the Use of 3D Printing Technology for Geogrids
The aim of this study is to comprehensively investigate the interlocking mechanisms of 3D-printed geogrids with different soils by comparing them with factory-made geogrids.

Optimizing Road Longevity and Sustainability through Natural Geosynthetics for Ground Improvement in Road Construction

ADVERTIZING

Advertize with GNA
Looking ahead to your planning year 2026 for advertising needs, GNA would like to apprise of our readers of the substantial advertising opportunities.
We have had great success opening new doors for many companies during 2025 through digital ad placements, designated posts, whitepapers and various sponsorships. GNA offers many approaches to relaying your message to our audience of over 9000 geosynthetic professionals.
We would welcome a discussion and the chance to build a custom program that fits your needs and objectives for 2026. Our audience, including our very engaged membership, are your customers. We would be happy to schedule a call at your convenience to answer any questions.
https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/contact-us/

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• GNA now has +30,000 views per month
• Articles published on GNA get thousands of views and are distributed widely through 3rd Party Affiliates
• GNA is now the most read source of Breaking News on Geosynthetics Worldwide
• Since GNA is published up to 12 times per month, no other source of Geosynthetic Industry News comes close to being as current and up-to-date
• In 2017 we have increased readership by 10,000+ through India, Africa, and Asia
• Special Advertising Packages Available for Geosynthetic Manufacturers, Installers, and Service Providers.

ExcelPlas Geosynthetics Testing Expands Geosynthetic Testing Offerings
ExcelPlas now performs more than 120 standard geosynthetic tests in accordance with relevant  ASTM, GRI, and ISO standards. 
We have extensive experience with all types of geosynthetics – from geomembranes (HDPE, LLDPE, fPP), geotextiles to geonets, geogrids, geocomposites, and geosynthetic clay liners (GCLs).
As a Nationally Accredited Testing Laboratory, our technicians, equipment, and quality system are monitored regularly for proficiency and compliance assuring that you can count on quality results every time. 

Geosynthetic News Alerts – Your Global Source of Geosynthetic News and Technology. Current and Updated!
http://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au

Among GNA’s objectives are:

• To promote and educate on the development of specifications and practices that help ensure the proper use of geosynthetics.
• To locate, interpret and disseminate new scientific research to manufacturers and users of geosynthetic materials.
• To enhance the knowledge and awareness of contemporary geosynthetic technologies amongst specifiers, users, and installers.

GNA – World’s Leading Source of Breaking News on Geomembranes, Geotextiles, and other Geosynthetics

This Newsletter is brought to you by ExcelPlas Labs Australia’s Largest group of Geosynthetics Testing Labs.
http://www.excelplas.com/

GNA is currently sent to over 7500 Geosynthetic Industry Members Globally every week.
Any news requests should be sent to [email protected]
To subscribe, visit https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/subscribe/

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GNA is owned and operated by ExcelPlas Pty Ltd.  By subscribing to GNA you agree to receive regular GNA newsletters as well as the GNA platform using your email contact details to enhance the performance and functionality of GNA and its analytics reports.  These email contact details allow GNA to track page views and create more targeted and relevant content.  GNA provides an unsubscribe link at the bottom of each GNA newsletter.

GNA – The Most Widely Read Online Geosynthetics Publication
Time Sensitive Messaging for the Global Geosynthetics Industry

NEWSMAKERS * AI Experts * Anders Invest * Eric Blond * EuroBent * ExcelPlas * Experts.App * Gabion Technologies * Genap * Geobags * GNA * Huesker * J.P. Giroud * IGS * Kerry Rowe * MEGAPLAST * MP Geotex * NAUE * SandMat™ * Secugrid™ * Solmax * Webinars * Thermal Pit Energy Storage * WINFAB

Delivering curated, real-time updates on innovation, technical research, and legislative developments in the geosynthetics sector

WORLD NEWS

VOTE 1: Eric Blond for IGS President

Investment Company Acquires 49% Stake in Dutch Geosynthetics Company
GENAP designs and delivers customised lining structures and water storage systems for horticulture, agriculture and civil engineering.

How Megaplast Delivered 7-Layer Geomembrane to a 40,000 Sqm Secured Landfill in 60 Days

Geosynthetic Professors in Your Pocket with New Expert Apps
–JP Giroud
–Kerry Rowe

Split-based Company will Renovate Kosica Peninsula in Slovakia for 4.9 million Euros with SandMat™ consists of a non-woven geotextile layers and a quartz sand embedded inside
SandMat™ has been used successfully in scour protection, filtration and drainage.

China is Covering Glaciers with Giant Geotextile Blankets and Managing to Slow Melting
A melting reduction rate of 34% was achieved

MP Geotex, a Geotextile Company Presents at the Innovation Fair in Las Vegas
Specializing in the manufacture of geotextiles, the company has developed a method to capture and treat pollutants in the soil without having to move the earth

Huesker Geogrids Essential for Construction of The Port of Rotterdam Authority Upgrade: the Princess Alexia Viaduct

Gabion Technologies Shares List at Nearly 10% Premium on BSE SME

Secugrid® – Keeping Malaysia’s Busiest Corridor Moving with Strength that Lasts

NEW DEVELOPMENTS

Solmax Patent Composite Geosynthetic Fabric with Increased Peel Strength [PDF]

Study on Thermal Aging Effects of Impermeable Geomembrane for Seasonal Thermal Energy Water Pit Storages [PDF]

Using X-rays to ‘See’ Directly Geogrid-Aggregate Interaction [PDF]

Transforming Sediment from Nutrient Source to Sink through Electrokinetic Geosynthetics-Driven Porewater Drainage

Chinese Develop Novel Apparatus to Determine Scouring and Erosion Damage of Geosynthetic-Reinforced Slopes

WINFAB Patent New Silt Fence

NEW 2026 WEBINARS

IGS-UK WEBINAR: Smart Materials, Smarter Mindset: Sustainability & Geosynthetics

University of Illinois-FGI Online 2026 – CQA Course & Certification Exam

GEOMEMBRANES

Revealing the Strain and Strain-Rate Hardening of HDPE GMB According to Strain Loading Rate by Measuring Local Stresses and Strains

GEOTEXTILES

Influence of Metal Ions on the Oxidation Resistance of Polypropylene Geotextiles
This work examines how metal ion solutions (cobalt, copper, iron, manganese, nickel and zinc nitrates) influence the oxidation resistance of two polypropylene geotextiles

Transforming Sediment from Nutrient Source to Sink through Electrokinetic Geosynthetics-Driven Porewater Drainage

Spectral Modelling of Creep of Geotextile Nonwoven Materials
Spectral modelling of creep in nonwoven geotextiles used in road construction gives the shape of the creep delay spectrum which is shown to be graphically determined by the value of a single parameter, i.e., the creep intensity

Optimizing Road Longevity and Sustainability through Natural Geosynthetics for Ground Improvement in Road Construction

GCLs

Composite Low-Carbon Biopolymer-Amended Bentonite in Geosynthetic Clay Liners for Containing Acid Mine Drainage (AMD) Leachate

A High-Performance Polymer-Modified Bentonite Liner for Sustainable Landfills: From Systematic Optimization to Field Validation

GEOBAGS

Estimation Method of Water Surface Profile in the Stepped Geobag Spillway Chute Considering the Aerated Flow

GEOGRIDS

Novel 3D Grid for Reinforcing Asphalt Pothole Repairs: Design, Experiments, and Numerical Analysis

Intelligent Compaction for Quality Assurance of Geogrid-Reinforced Soil

Finite Element-Based Design Simplification for Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil Integrated Bridge Abutments

Efficiency of Geosynthetic Mattress and Geogrid on Settlement Reduction of Rubble-mound Breakwaters Over Thick Soft Clay Layer

Pull-out Mechanical Properties for Interfaces of Geogrid Reinforced Filled-Soil Tires Under Different Reinforced Types

CALL FOR AUTHORS

Geo-based Materials for Sustainability: Exploring Potential, Environmental Impact and Development
Participating journal: DISCOVER GEOSCIENCE
Submission deadline: 12 October 2026

NEW JOBS

NAUE Seeking Sales Manager in Geosynthetics

ADVERTIZING

Advertize with GNA
Looking ahead to your planning year 2026 for advertising needs, GNA would like to apprise of our readers of the substantial advertising opportunities.
We have had great success opening new doors for many companies during 2025 through digital ad placements, designated posts, whitepapers and various sponsorships. GNA offers many approaches to relaying your message to our audience of over 9000 geosynthetic professionals.
We would welcome a discussion and the chance to build a custom program that fits your needs and objectives for 2026. Our audience, including our very engaged membership, are your customers. We would be happy to schedule a call at your convenience to answer any questions.
https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/contact-us/

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• GNA now has +30,000 views per month
• Articles published on GNA get thousands of views and are distributed widely through 3rd Party Affiliates
• GNA is now the most read source of Breaking News on Geosynthetics Worldwide
• Since GNA is published up to 12 times per month, no other source of Geosynthetic Industry News comes close to being as current and up-to-date
• In 2017 we have increased readership by 10,000+ through India, Africa, and Asia
• Special Advertising Packages Available for Geosynthetic Manufacturers, Installers, and Service Providers.

ExcelPlas Geosynthetics Testing Expands Geosynthetic Testing Offerings
ExcelPlas now performs more than 120 standard geosynthetic tests in accordance with relevant  ASTM, GRI, and ISO standards. 
We have extensive experience with all types of geosynthetics – from geomembranes (HDPE, LLDPE, fPP), geotextiles to geonets, geogrids, geocomposites, and geosynthetic clay liners (GCLs).
As a Nationally Accredited Testing Laboratory, our technicians, equipment, and quality system are monitored regularly for proficiency and compliance assuring that you can count on quality results every time. 

Geosynthetic News Alerts – Your Global Source of Geosynthetic News and Technology. Current and Updated!
http://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au

Among GNA’s objectives are:

• To promote and educate on the development of specifications and practices that help ensure the proper use of geosynthetics.
• To locate, interpret and disseminate new scientific research to manufacturers and users of geosynthetic materials.
• To enhance the knowledge and awareness of contemporary geosynthetic technologies amongst specifiers, users, and installers.

GNA – World’s Leading Source of Breaking News on Geomembranes, Geotextiles, and other Geosynthetics

This Newsletter is brought to you by ExcelPlas Labs Australia’s Largest group of Geosynthetics Testing Labs.
http://www.excelplas.com/

GNA is currently sent to over 7500 Geosynthetic Industry Members Globally every week.
Any news requests should be sent to [email protected]
To subscribe, visit https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/subscribe/

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(c) 2026 Copyright ExcelPlas Labs and Geosynthetic News Agency

GNA is owned and operated by ExcelPlas Pty Ltd.  By subscribing to GNA you agree to receive regular GNA newsletters as well as the GNA platform using your email contact details to enhance the performance and functionality of GNA and its analytics reports.  These email contact details allow GNA to track page views and create more targeted and relevant content.  GNA provides an unsubscribe link at the bottom of each GNA newsletter.

GNA – The Most Widely Read Online Geosynthetics Publication
Time Sensitive Messaging for the Global Geosynthetics Industry

NEWSMAKERS * AGRU * AI Expert * Atarfil * Brian Fraser * CARPI TECH * Crystal Lagoons * Drainliner™ * Earthlok * Evan Bao * ExcelPlas * Experts.App * Floating Cover * GCCM * Geotube Failures * GNA * Huesker * Hyperelastic Geomembranes * IAGI * Infrastructure Reinforcement* John Cowland * J.P. Giroud * Kerry Rowe * Layfield * Machine Learning  * MSE Walls * NAUE * Pumped Hydro * South32 * Technical Absorbents Ltd. * Tensar * Thermal Energy Water Pit Storage * T-Seams * Worsley Alumina

Delivering curated, real-time updates on innovation, technical research, and legislative developments in the geosynthetics sector

INDUSTRY NEWS

CARPI Major Announcement [PDF]

New IAGI Article: Constructing Geomembrane T-Seams [PDF]

Case Study Earthlok at South32 – Worsley Alumina Mining Operations [PDF]

Sign Up to New and Improved JP Giroud App (direct access to his lifetime body of work in geosynthetics)
Have the brain of JPG in your toolbox or in your pocket !

Atarfil Reflections on 2025 A Year in Review

Geotube Failures: Experience with Other Contractors’ Geotube Installations and Why They Failed

NEW PATENTS

AGRU Patent New Improved Geomembrane Stud Liner
Improved Drainliner™ Max with improved load bearing capability up to 720 kPA via improved stud placement and improved height/diameter dimensions to provide a much improved product that vastly outperforms existing systems.

Crystal Lagoons Patent White HDPE Geomembrane Swimming Lagoons

Huesker Patent GEOTEXTILE LAYERED GEOCOMPOSITE

NAUE Patents Biodegradable Geosynthetic Mat

TECHNICAL ABSORBENTS LTD Patent Geosynthetic Liner with Superabsorbent Swellable Fibres

Tensar Receive Patent for SENSOR-ENABLED Geogrid AND METHOD FOR MONITORING THE HEALTH, CONDITION, AND/OR STATUS OF INFRASTRUCTURE

GEOMEMBRANES

Effects of Temperature and Material Thickness on the Diffusion Properties of Bituminous Geomembranes (BGMs) in Waste Containment Systems [PDF]

Study on Thermal Aging Effects of Impermeable Geomembrane for Seasonal Thermal Energy Water Pit Storage: A Case Study
Establishes criteria for selecting high-temperature geomembranes for thermal storage
Thermomechanical properties of Geomembranes-1 are 80 % better than Geomembranes-2.
Distinct thermal aging mechanisms were observed in the two HDPE geomembranes.

Development of a Geomembrane Leak Detection System Based on Fiber Optic DTS Monitoring and Validation on a Full-Scale Model
Atarfil HD GMB leak detection system is based on distributed temperature sensing (DTS) with hybrid fiber optics using the Raman effect

Application of Geosynthetics in Cut-off Walls

Comparative Analysis on Capillary Rise in Traditional Walls and Geomembrane Blend Walls

Steady Flow-Induced Deformations of Hyperelastic Geomembranes
Hyperelastic Geomembrane for hydroelectric dams

Seismic Safety Analysis of Asphalt Concrete Face Rockfill Dam with HDPE Geomembrane Liner

Migration Studies on GMB/GCL/CCL Triple Composite Liners for Impeding Leachate Migration

Quantification of Leakage Through Defects in Inclined Geomembrane-Geosynthetic Clay Liner Systems Subjected to High Leachate Heads

Mechanical Characterisation of Scum Beneath Anaerobic Lagoon Covers Using Wave Propagation and Vibration Analysis

Quantification of Shear-Induced Wear Development on Textured Geomembrane-Geotextile Interfaces

FT UGM Develops Geomembrane-Based Irrigation System to Boost Rice Farming in Dryland Areas

GEOTEXTILES

Performance Analysis of Geotextile-Encased Stone Columns Using a Simplified Analytical Approach

A Study on the Reinforcement Effect of Geotextiles from Renewable Textile Fibres on the Interface of Natural Gravel and Silty Clay

GCLs

Estimation of the Hydraulic Conductivity of Bentonite–Polymer GCLs with Machine Learning Techniques

Hydraulic Conductivity of CFBC fly ash-based Geopolymer: Toward Sustainable GCL Liner Materials
Conventional geosynthetic clay liners (GCL) are also prone to degradation in aggressive environments, particularly acid mine drainage (AMD).

GEO-TUBES

Experimental Study on the Performance of Multilayer Geotube Breakwaters With and Without C. C. Blocks

Mega Tubes to Block Twin B’putra Channels & Prevent Baghjan Erosion

Geotube Failures: Experience with Other Contractors’ Geotube Installations and Why They Failed

GEOGRIDS

Framework for Designing Optimized Next-Generation Geogrids

AI-driven Prediction of Shear Parameters for Geosynthetic-Reinforced Recycled Sand

Influence of Geogrid Stabilization on Ballast Breakage Under Monotonic Triaxial Loading

Observation of Geogrid-Aggregate Kinematics via X-ray CT

Seismic Response of Large-Height Geocell-Fascia Multi-Tiered Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil (GRS) Wall: A Forensic Investigation of a Hillslope Reclamation Project

Review of the Soil–Geosynthetic Interface Direct Shear Test and Numerical Modelling

Experimental Evaluation of Pull-out Resistance in Geosynthetic and Metallic Reinforcements

Field Performance of Recycled and Virgin Plastic Composite Geosynthetics in Gravel Roads: Moisture Mitigation and Structural Benefits

GEOCELLS

Mitigating Swelling in Unpaved Roads with Geotextile and Geocell Composites: an Experimental Study

SENSORS

Development of a Geomembrane Leak Detection System Based on Fiber Optic DTS Monitoring and Validation on a Full-Scale Model
Atarfil HD GMB leak detection system is based on distributed temperature sensing (DTS) with hybrid fiber optics using the Raman effect

Sensing Performance and Mechanism of Flexible Sensing-Enabled CB-CNT/PDMS Geosynthetics for Soil Deformation Monitoring

THERMAL PIT ENERGY STORAGE

Thermal Performance and Economics of the Insulated Floating Cover of Water Pit for Solar Seasonal Thermal Energy Storage

Study on Thermal Aging Effects of Impermeable Geomembrane for Seasonal Thermal Energy Water Pit Storage: A Case Study
Establishes criteria for selecting high-temperature geomembranes for thermal storage
Thermomechanical properties of Geomembranes-1 are 80 % better than Geomembranes-2.
Distinct thermal aging mechanisms were observed in the two HDPE geomembranes.

ADVERTIZING

Advertize with GNA
Looking ahead to your planning year 2026 for advertising needs, GNA would like to apprise of our readers of the substantial advertising opportunities.
We have had great success opening new doors for many companies during 2025 through digital ad placements, designated posts, whitepapers and various sponsorships. GNA offers many approaches to relaying your message to our audience of over 9000 geosynthetic professionals.
We would welcome a discussion and the chance to build a custom program that fits your needs and objectives for 2026. Our audience, including our very engaged membership, are your customers. We would be happy to schedule a call at your convenience to answer any questions.
https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/contact-us/

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• GNA now has +30,000 views per month
• Articles published on GNA get thousands of views and are distributed widely through 3rd Party Affiliates
• GNA is now the most read source of Breaking News on Geosynthetics Worldwide
• Since GNA is published up to 12 times per month, no other source of Geosynthetic Industry News comes close to being as current and up-to-date
• In 2017 we have increased readership by 10,000+ through India, Africa, and Asia
• Special Advertising Packages Available for Geosynthetic Manufacturers, Installers, and Service Providers.

ExcelPlas Geosynthetics Testing Expands Geosynthetic Testing Offerings
ExcelPlas now performs more than 120 standard geosynthetic tests in accordance with relevant  ASTM, GRI, and ISO standards. 
We have extensive experience with all types of geosynthetics – from geomembranes (HDPE, LLDPE, fPP), geotextiles to geonets, geogrids, geocomposites, and geosynthetic clay liners (GCLs).
As a Nationally Accredited Testing Laboratory, our technicians, equipment, and quality system are monitored regularly for proficiency and compliance assuring that you can count on quality results every time. 

Geosynthetic News Alerts – Your Global Source of Geosynthetic News and Technology. Current and Updated!
http://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au

Among GNA’s objectives are:

• To promote and educate on the development of specifications and practices that help ensure the proper use of geosynthetics.
• To locate, interpret and disseminate new scientific research to manufacturers and users of geosynthetic materials.
• To enhance the knowledge and awareness of contemporary geosynthetic technologies amongst specifiers, users, and installers.

GNA – World’s Leading Source of Breaking News on Geomembranes, Geotextiles, and other Geosynthetics

This Newsletter is brought to you by ExcelPlas Labs Australia’s Largest group of Geosynthetics Testing Labs.
http://www.excelplas.com/

GNA is currently sent to over 7500 Geosynthetic Industry Members Globally every week.
Any news requests should be sent to [email protected]
To subscribe, visit https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/subscribe/

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GNC™ (Geosynthetic News China™)
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GNI™ (Geosynthetic News India™)
GNInd™ (Geosynthetic News Indonesia™)
GNU™ (Geosynthetic News United States™)

(c) 2026 Copyright ExcelPlas Labs and Geosynthetic News Agency

GNA is owned and operated by ExcelPlas Pty Ltd.  By subscribing to GNA you agree to receive regular GNA newsletters as well as the GNA platform using your email contact details to enhance the performance and functionality of GNA and its analytics reports.  These email contact details allow GNA to track page views and create more targeted and relevant content.  GNA provides an unsubscribe link at the bottom of each GNA newsletter.

GNA – The Most Widely Read Online Geosynthetics Publication
Time Sensitive Messaging for the Global Geosynthetics Industry

NEWSMAKERS * AI Expert * Concrete Canvas * Electrokinetics * ExcelPlas * Experts.App * Geotextile Sand Containers * GCCM * Geotube * GNA * Infrastructure Reinforcement Industrial Company (IRIC) * Kerry Rowe * Maccaferri * MKB * MSE Walls * NAUE * PFAS * Prof. Kerry Rowe * Pumped Hydro * Renolit * WatershedGeo * WSP

Delivering curated, real-time updates on innovation, technical research, and legislative developments in the geosynthetics sector

BUSINESS NEWS

Officine Maccaferri Strengthens its Direct Presence in Australia and New Zealand by Opening a New Subsidiary

Renolit’s Big Spending and Expansion Plans
The company is building a new plant in Pune, India to produce geomembranes for use in large pumped storage power plants (PSPP), among other applications.
Renolit has also committed to investing more than €130 million in upgrading its sites in Germany. “A global presence and a commitment to our home country are not opposites,” stressed Renolit CEO Jänicke in a recent blog post. “They belong together. When we grow internationally, we also strengthen our locations in Europe — because we open up new markets, drive innovation, and secure our long-term competitiveness.”

Analysis of Multilayer System with Geosynthetic Insertion — Sensitivity Analysis

INDUSTRY NEWS

NAUE Geotextiles for Snow Farming and Glacier Protection

Saudi Company Infrastructure Reinforcement Industrial Company (IRIC) Patents 3D Geotextile

India Supports National Technical Geotextiles Mission Advances With New Projects, Start-up Funding Boost

ENVIRONMENTAL NEWS

Concerning New Study by German Researchers Finds that Geotextiles Leach and Release Chemicals to the Environment

Adsorption and Diffusion of PFAS in Geosynthetic Materials
Behaviour of geosynthetics—such as geomembranes, geotextiles, and geosynthetic clay liners (GCLs) in mitigating PFAS migration, with a focus on adsorption and diffusion performance

New JOBS

WSP Seeking Senior Associate Engineer with Experience in Geosynthetics

NEW PATENTS

Saudi Company Infrastructure Reinforcement Industrial Company (IRIC) Patents 3D Geotextile

Concrete Canvas Technology Ltd. Patent New GCCM

Watershed Geo Patent Landfill Gas Collector

MKB Patent Prefabricated Vertical Geotextile (PVG)

GEOMEMBRANES

Geomembrane-based Salt Production: A Sustainable and Efficient Approach for Enhanced Yield and Environmental Protection

Quantification of Shear-Induced Wear Development on Textured Geomembrane-Geotextile Interfaces

Contaminant Migration in Vadose Zone Beneath Unregulated Landfills with Damaged Geomembranes

Experimental Investigation of Factors Influencing the Shear Behaviour of Sand–Geomembrane Interfaces

Use of Geomembranes for Vacuum Preloading for Soil Consolidation
The soil mass remains fully saturated throughout the consolidation process, because the geomembrane prevents any air from entering. 
Vacuum preloading with geomembranes is an effective method of ground improvement for soft soils.

GEOTEXTILES

Release and Quantification of Chemical Contaminants from Geotextile Materials in Dynamic Surface Leaching Test

Report on Nonwovens Geotextiles in Building and Construction

Wastewater Treatment with Geotextile Filters: The Role in Permeability and Pollutant Control

Review of Pressure-Assisted Soil Electrokinetics Remediation with Geotextiles for Contaminant Removal, Dewatering, and Soil Improvement

Effect of Polyurethane Expanding Foam Adhesive on the Interface Shear Behaviour of Clay and Sand with Woven and Non-Woven Geotextiles

Geo-tubes for Acid Mine Drainage AMD

GCLs

Effect of the Installation Angle of the Geosynthetic Clay Liners (GCLs) on the Deformation Characteristics of Earth-fill Dam Embankments

Hydraulic Performance of Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose-Amended Bentonite in Vertical Cut-off Walls for Containing Acid Mine Drainage (AMD)
However, many of the used polymers are proprietary to the geosynthetic clay liner manufacturers and cannot be applied to vertical cut-off walls

GEOGRIDS

Degradation of PP Geogrid Exposed to Installation Damage and a Chemical Environment

Numerical Analysis of MSE Walls with Sustainable Backfills Using Limit Equilibrium and Finite Element Method

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Advances in Dam Engineering of the 21st Century
Emerging practices such as mud farming, geotextile tubes, and centrifuges enhance desiccation and stability

Application of Geosynthetics in Cover Systems

Application of Geosynthetics in Bottom Liners

Application of Geosynthetics in Cut-off Walls

Geosynthetics and their Applications

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