Geosynthetic News Alerts (GNA)

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

NEWSMAKERS * AI Expert * BluRock Investments * ExcelPlas * Experts.App * Geotextile Sand Containers * Geotube * GNA * Kerry Rowe * Machine Learning * PE-RT * Platipus Anchors * Prof. Kerry Rowe * Radon * Silt Fence * Solmax * Tensar * Terram® * William Powrie

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

BREAKING NEWS

50% Off to Subscribe to Kerry Rowe’s Geosynthetic Knowledge Vault (Limited Time Offer)
The Kerry Rowe AI Vault Contains Over 530 of his publications

Feedback from Early Adopters/Users of Kerry Rowe AI Geosynthetics Knowledge Vault
“This is incredibly impressive output and I love that it has direct references” from Marc Amtsberg of Atarfil
“How can it not be impressive given the information source” by Attila Marta of Red Earth Engineering

INDUSTRY NEWS

Professor William Powrie’s Rail Research with Geosynthetics Recognized by Queen Elizabeth Prize

Manufacturing Bio-tiles by Microbially Induced Calcium Carbonate (CaCO3) Precipitation (MICP) in/on Geotextiles

Saving Malaysian Island from Coastal Damage with Oysters and Geotextiles

Terram® Launches Advanced Pond Liner Protection Geotextile

GEOMEMBRANES

Cold Temperature Behaviour of Polyethylene Geomembranes

Degradation of Blended Polyolefin Geomembranes

High-Temperature Performance of PE‐RT Grades [pdf]

Radon Transport in a Geomembrane for Restoration of a Phosphogypsum Repository in Spain

Textured Aluminium Surrogate Geomembrane Role of particle size and element characteristics on shear response at sandy soil-textured surface interfaces

GEOTEXTILES

Permafrost Thawing Prevention with Cooling Geotextile

Platipus Anchors New Anchor Pegs for Anchoring Geotextile Matting to Ground

Burlap Geotextile BIODEGRADABLE SILT FENCE Patented by BluRock Investments, LLC

Novel Geotextile Shoreline Protection

Hydrodynamic Effects and Scour Protection of a Geotextile Mattress with a Floating Plate

Evaluation of the Accuracy of Three Design Methods for Reinforced Piled Embankments

Effects of Fines Content on the Wicking  Performance of Wicking-Nonwoven Geotextiles

GEOGRIDS

Assessment of Lime Dosage and Uniaxial Geogrid on the Strength and Durability of Lateritic Subgrade

Long-Term Performance of PET Geogrids with LLDPE Coating in Alkaline Conditions: Exhumation Findings Post Lime and Cement Stabilization

Numerical Analysis of the Working Performance of Ring Combination Geogrid Reinforced Retaining Wall

Performance of Fibre Admixed Geosynthetic Reinforcement in Layered Soil System

Non-Classical Operational Calculus in the Analysis of the Behaviour of Geosynthetics in Railway Engineering Structures

GEOCELLS

Integrating Supervised Machine Learning with Laboratory Data To Evaluate the Modulus Improvement Factor in Geocell-Reinforced Soils

ADVERTIZING

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Looking ahead to your planning year 2025 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 2025. 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) 2025 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 * Brian Fraser * Charles “Chuck” Shackelford * Concrete Canvas * Evan Bao * ExcelPlas * Experts.App * Freudenberg * GeoQuest * Geosynthetic-Encased Granular Columns (GEGC) * Geotextile Sand Containers * Geotube * Gladiator Grid™ * GNA * Huesker * IAGI * Jorge G. Zornberg * Kerry Rowe * Leister * Machine Learning * Microplastics * NAUE * Pit Thermal Energy Storage (PTES) * Prof. Kerry Rowe * Soil-Reinforced Walls * Solmax * Tensar * Terrafix * Titan Environmental * Tropic Construction Solutions (TCS)

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

BREAKING NEWS

50% Off to Subscribe to Kerry Rowe’s Geoynthetic Knowledge Vault (Limited Time Offer)
Feedback from Early Adopters/Users of Kerry Rowe AI Geosynthetics Knowledge Vault
“This is incredibly impressive output and I love that it has direct references” from Marc Amtsberg of Atarfil
“How can it not be impressive given the information source” by Attila Marta of Red Earth Engineering

INDUSTRY NEWS

Solmax Install Pit Thermal Energy Storage (PTES) in Tibet
Solmax have completed a notable landmark project for pit thermal energy storage (PTES) on the Tibetan Plateau.  
They installed about 32,000 m² of HDPE geomembrane (GSE HDH, GSE HD, and light-grey GSE HD for UV resistance) in a high-altitude reservoir to store 700 MWh of solar heat

Consortium of Big 4 – Solmax, Huesker, NAUE and Freudenberg to Investigate Effect of High pH on Geosynthetic Reinforcements

• Assess the impact of high pH on geosynthetic (PET) soil reinforcement under stress
• Track how pH levels in mixed aggregate change over time
• Develop standard test methods for these assessments
• Provide recommendations for:
• Designing new structures using PET and mixed aggregate
• Evaluating existing structures with these materials

Leister Sets Up Application B2B Laboratory for Geomembranes
Consulting for tunnel construction companies
Consulting for geomembrane specific companies, e.g. in mining and landfill construction
Consulting for companies who specialize in sealing geomembranes in ponds, reservoirs canals and other areas with water/liquids.

Nature-Driven Method with Geotextile Sand Containers Aims to Save Coasts
The Greek research team have developed a patented technique that mimics the fossilization process. Local sand, pebbles and shells are placed in geotextile forms on the seabed, where native bacteria bind the material by depositing carbonate salts, creating rocklike reefs in weeks

Striving for Minimal Leakage in Geomembrane Systems

Shackelford Inducted as Distinguished Alumni at UT Austin – Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering

Geotextile Protection for Gallo-Roman Villa Discovered in Luxembourg

Optical Fibre Monitoring of a Geosynthetic-Reinforced Fill Structure Built with Stabilized Ground

Sewage Treatment Plant in Castlegar, B.C. Says Odours Worse Since Using Geo-Tubes

The Ultimate Source in Woven & Non-Woven Geotextile Fabric in Guyana

Titan Environmental Launches Gladiator Grid®

NEW WEBINARS

Webinar – ‘Designing Roadways with Geosynthetics’ 25 November 2025 (by Dr. Jorge G. Zornberg)

GEOMEMBRANES

Comparison Between Machine Learning Techniques to Predict Sand/Geomembrane Interface Shear Strength

Soil- Geomembrane Interfaces Performance Under Monotonic Temperature Cycles: Implications for Infrastructure Durability

GEOTEXTILES

Barrier Effects and Micro-mechanisms of Geotextile Layers on Water-salt Migration in Saline Soils Under Freeze-Thaw Cycles

Wet Front Movement and Capillary Rise Testing of a Wicking Non-Woven Geotextile Component

Geosynthetics Tensile Behaviour After Exposure to Non-Conventional Fill Materials
This work compares the effects on the tensile behaviour of three geosynthetics (two geogrids and a high strength geotextile) exposed to recycled construction and demolition waste (CDW)

Role of Geotextile as Rut Arrester in Unpaved Roads: Insights from Finite Element Analyses

GCLs

Performance Improvement of a Cover with Capillary Barrier Effects Installed on Highly Reactive Mine Tailings Using Calcareous Amendments and Geosynthetic Clay Liner (GCL)

GCCMs

Protection of Reinforced Soil Structures Using Geosynthetic Cementitious Composite Mats

GEOGRIDS

A New Look at the Use of Coated PET Geogrid Reinforcement in Highly Alkaline Environments

Mitigating Thermally Induced Cyclic Displacements in Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil Abutments Using Triaxial Geogrid Reinforcement

Numerical Investigation of Geosynthetic-Reinforced Granular Pads for Enhancing the Performance of Ordinary Granular Piles in Soft Soil

Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil Integrated Bridge System (GRS IBS) – 15 Year Update

2D Analyses of Global Stability of a Geosynthetic-Reinforced Mechanically Stabilized Earth Retaining Wall with Different Soil Conditions

Low Thickness Platform on Soft Soil Geogrid Reinforced with Rigid Inclusions: 2D Rolling Load Tests in Centrifuge

Transparent Soil Modelling Approach for Investigating the Performance of Geosynthetic-Encased Granular Columns (GEGC) in Soft Soils

Review of Geosynthetic Reinforcements to Improve Soil Bearing Capacity

Investigating Soil-Geogrid Interaction: Insights from Long-Term Pull-out Tests

Optimizing a Geogrid Reinforced Foundation Using Multivariate Adaptive Regression Splines Model and Multi-Objective Genetic Algorithm

REINFORCED SOIL WALLS (RSW)

Relevant Aspects to Consider on Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil Walls (GRSW)

Insights on the Numerical Modelling of Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil Walls (GRSW) Including Varying Atmospheric Conditions

ADVERTIZING

Advertize with GNA
Looking ahead to your planning year 2025 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 2025. 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/

Stay Up to Date with the Latest Geosynthetic News by Signing Up for the GNA Newsletter!
https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/subscribe/

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

(c) 2025 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  * CARPI * Coir Geotextiles * Energy Storage Tower * Energy Vault * ExcelPlas * Experts.App * Exxon Mobil * Geotextile Sand Containers * Geotube * GNA * InterAx® * Jute Geocells * Kerry Rowe * Maccaferri * Microplastics * NAUE * Tensar * Wool Geotextiles

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

BREAKING NEWS

Kerry Rowe’s New AI App Changing the Way We Interact with Research in Geosynthetics
Click Sign Up > Then choose Free Trial  > Ask Anything in Geosynthetics > Be Impressed!

INDUSTRY NEWS

CARPI Develop Novel Method for Installing Waterproofing Geomembranes

From Fleece to Microplastics-free Agricultural Geotextiles
How an Ontario sheep farmer is turning wool fibre into geotextiles

Meet Maccaferri’s Newest Team Appointments [PDF]

NAUE  is now a Premium Member of IGS

New Tensar InterAx® Product Video Released

The End of Geotube Project in Sight

GEOMEMBRANES

Depletion of Antioxidants in Tensioned HDPE Geomembranes Exposed to Synthetic MSW Leachate
The results indicated that antioxidant depletion rates were 1.28–1.47 times faster for 3% tensioned samples, 1.68–1.88 times faster for 8% tensioned samples, and 2.14–2.42 times faster for 12% tensioned samples compared to nontensioned samples. These findings illustrated that antioxidant depletion rates of the HDPE GM increased as the tensile strain became larger. 

Influence of Phased Cover Placement on the Acid-Generating Main Waste Stockpile at the Red Dog Mine, Alaska, USA
The cover consists of a geomembrane overlain by drainage aggregate and associated piping plus a top cover material from locally sourced waste rock (non-acid generating)

Large-Scale Model Test on Shield-Type Rubber Dam

Characterization of Additives in PVC Geomembranes Using Infrared Spectroscopy and Evolved Gas Analysis–Mass Spectrometry Coupled with Two-Dimensional Correlation Spectroscopy

Comparative Experimental and Numerical Study on Waterproofing Techniques for Construction Joints in Mining Tunnel Linings

GEOTEXTILES

Experimental Evaluation of Geosynthetic Vegetation Substrate for Green Roof Applications

Advancements in Geotextile Sludge Dewatering Technology for Wastewater Treatment: A Review

Three-Dimensional Finite Element and Reliability Analysis of Shallow Footings on Geotextile-Stabilized Sandy Slopes

GEOGRIDS

Cyclic Shear Behaviour of Geosynthetic Pavement Interlayers in Asphalt Systems

Seismic Analysis of Geogrid-Reinforced MSE Walls with Pond Ash Backfill

Seepage Dynamics of Geosynthetic-Reinforced Dikes under Normal and Extreme Wave Conditions

Thermal Effects on the Stability of Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil Walls

GEOCELLS

Performance Evaluation of Jute Geocell-Reinforced Sand Subgrade with an Integrated Wooden Anchor Grid

IN CASE YOU MISSED IT !

Polypropylene Geotextiles Identified as Significant Source of Microplastics (MP)
Degradation pathways and microplastic pollution of polypropylene geotextiles in soil systems

NZ Company Announces 30 Mill Expansion into Hemp Geotextiles

India Eyes Strategic Growth for Coil Geotextiles
Coir Board urged to encourage production of coir geotextiles

Energy Vault Inc. Patent Novel Pumped Hydro Energy Storage Tower
The tower reservoir has a geosynthetic liner, a membrane liner, a textile liner, and/or a drainage layer.

ADVERTIZING

Advertize with GNA
Looking ahead to your planning year 2025 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 2025. 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/

Stay Up to Date with the Latest Geosynthetic News by Signing Up for the GNA Newsletter!
https://www.geosyntheticnews.com.au/subscribe/

• 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/

GNA™ (Geosynthetic News Alerts™)
GBN™ (Geosynthetic Breaking News™)
GNAu™ (Geosynthetic News Australia™)
GNAf (Geosynthetic News Africa™)
GNC™ (Geosynthetic News China™)
GNCa™ (Geosynthetic News Canada™)
GNI™ (Geosynthetic News India™)
GNInd™ (Geosynthetic News Indonesia™)
GNU™ (Geosynthetic News United States™)

(c) 2025 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.