Geosynthetic News Alerts (GNA)

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

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

NEWSMAKERS * Ahlsell * AI Expert * Anant Kanoi  * CETCO  * Earthlok™ * EVOH Liner* ExcelPlas * Experts.App * GeoLoK™ * Geo-tubes * GM-13 * GNA * HUESKER * Jute Geotextiles * Mineral Technologies * POJO Infra * RENOLIT * Sconset * TechFab (India)

BREAKING NEWS

Infrastructure Giant Ahlsell Acquires Swedish Geomembrane Installer with Sales of USD8M/yr
POJO Infra operate nationwide across Sweden with their own technical geomembrane specialists and welding teams

$10K Reward Offered in Geotube Case; SBPF Hires Former Boston Police Commissioner

INDUSTRY NEWS

Earthlok Announces GeoLok™ for Road Pavement and Subbase Stabilisation

Renolit Announce Strategy SPARK 2030 – Igniting Tomorrow Together
It sets the direction for the company’s development from now until 2030, focusing on sustainable growth, innovation and creating value for customers, employees, partners and society.
The strategy is built around four main pillars that together shape how RENOLIT plans to compete and operate through 2030:

1. Driving Profitable Growth: Focus on expanding the business and increasing profitability through innovation, product portfolio enhancement, and leadership in key markets.
2. Empowering Our People: Enhancing the work environment, investing in employee development and diversity, and strengthening teams to be more engaged and capable.
3. Boosting Our Performance: Continuous improvement of processes, efficiency, digitalisation, use of data and artificial intelligence to optimise operations and customer service.
4. Protecting Our Planet: Strong commitment to environmental sustainability — reducing waste, increasing recycling and renewable energy use, and targeting group-wide carbon neutrality by 2045.

Interview with TechFab India Managing Director: Mr. Anant Kanoi

CETCO Patent Minerals Technologies Stock Hits 52-week High at $74.75

No Joke – Geogrids are the Key to Building Lunar Buildings and Structures

Geotubes for Epstein’s Island

New Published guidance Document Review – Piling and penetrative ground improvement methods on land affected by contamination: guidance on pollution prevention

GEOMEMBRANES

Energy Analysis of Geomembrane Wrinkling Caused by Temperature Rise

Influence of Strain Rate on the Crystal Structure of HDPE Geomembrane during Early Tensile Deformation

Temperature-Dependent Tensile Degradation of HDPE Sheaths for Bridge Cables Considering UV–Chloride Exposure

GEOTEXTILES

Effect of Chemical Treatment on Physical, Mechanical and Hydraulic Properties of Jute Geotextiles: A Laboratory Study

GEOGRIDS

Assessment of Creep Reduction Factors of High-Density Polyethylene Geogrids Using Conventional and Stepped Isothermal Methods

No Joke – Geogrids are the Key to Building Lunar Buildings and Structures

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 * AASHTO * AI Expert * Atarfil * Bristol Landfill * CMC * Coir Geotextiles * Concrete Canvas * Enable™ * EVOH Liner * ExcelPlas * Experts.App * Fabrizia Trovato * GCCM * Geo-tubes * GM-13 * GNA * HUESKER * Jute Geotextile * Maccaferri * Macdrain® * Nino Ruocco * Richard Bathurst * Robert Canright * Sconset * Tensar * Watershed Geosynthetics

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

BREAKING NEWS

Prof. Richard Bathurst AI Twin Ready to Launch Soon !

Prof. Richard Bathurst Knowledge Vault (Slide Deck)

INDUSTRY NEWS

Podcast on ExxonMobil Performance Resins for Advanced Geomembrane Solutions [mp3]

Exxon Mobil Scientists Robert Canright and Nino Ruocco Develop HDPE Geomembranes with Exceptional Physical Properties

Bristol, Virginia Landfill Decree Modified – Requires a Geomembrane Cover but no Longer Mandates a Specific Ethyl Vinyl Alcohol (EVOH) Material
Amended Consent Decree

Beach Geotubes Deliberately Damaged in Massachusetts

Geotextile Tubes Deemed “Too Expensive” for Massive Project that Will Dredge Silt from Over 16 Miles of Creeks and Channels in Georgetown County

Failure Risk in Multilayered Stacked Geotextile Tubes

State Review Flags Major Concerns with Sconset Geotube Expansion

Flexible Concrete in a Rigid Industry: Rethinking Lining and Protection Systems in Tank Storage Terminals

New Geosynthetic Systems Offer Lower Carbon Road Construction for Developers
Maccaferri’s MacDrain® geocomposites replace these sections with a lightweight, lab‑tested drainage core wrapped in filtration geotextile, accelerating installation while enhancing hydraulic performance

Tensar Parent CMC Named in Corporate Knights’ 2026 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations
Published annually by Corporate Knights, the Global 100 recognizes the world’s most sustainable publicly traded companies with revenues exceeding $1 billion. 

Tensar Net Sales $198.3 million, up 17% YOY; Adjusted EBITDA Rose 75% to $39.6 million
Driven by Performance at TENSAR and Construction Services, with margin improving by 6.6 percentage points to 20%

Why Atarfil Refuses to Race to the Bottom: GM13 is Not Our Benchmark

Next Generation of Conductive Geomembranes (Multilayer LLDPE with Multiwall Carbon Nanotubes (MWCNTs) 

Watershed Developed Improved Synthetic-Turf Covered Geomembrane for Capping Applications

NEW WEBINARS (SAVE THE DATES)

Advanced Geocell Technology for Slope Protection (12 February 2026)

IGS Professional Development Course: “Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil Structures” (26-28 May 2026)

GEOMEMBRANES

In-Situ Monitoring Consolidation and Hardening Behaviour of an HDPE Geomembrane-Cement-Bentonite Composite Cut-off Wall

Degradation Behaviour of Different Polyethylene and Polypropylene Materials Under Long-Term Accelerated Weathering

LANDFILL LINERS/CAPS

$26 Million Allocated for “Odour Mitigation” at Bristol Landfill

Mechanical Performance and Life Cycle Assessment of a Persian Gum-Waste Carpet Fiber Soil Composite for Landfill Bottom Liners

Analytical Model of Organic Contaminant Dynamics in Landfill Liners Subjected to Thermal Gradients

GEOTEXTILES

Screening of Potential Abiotic and Bio-based Coatings for Enhancing the Mechanical Properties and Water Resistance of Coir Geotextiles

GEO-TUBES

Back-Calculation of a Failure in Multilayered Stacked Geotextile Tubes Using DEM-CFD

State Agency Sceptical of Sconset Bluff Geotube Expansion Proposal

State Review Flags Major Concerns with Sconset Geotube Expansion

GCLs

Effect of GCL on Osmotically Driven Solute Transport in Tailings Dams
Embedding a geosynthetic clay liner (GCL) as a barrier at the reservoir floor reduces contaminant transport by 22% compared to the uninsulated condition

GEOGRIDS

Appraisal of Prominent Factors on Soil- Innovative Geogrid Interaction in Direct Shear Mode

Influence of Gravel Size and Geogrid Aperture on Performance of Geosynthetic-Encased Stone Columns

Interfacial Mechanical Properties and Reinforcement Mechanism of Polyester Yarn Bundled Geogrid for Retaining Structure

TRAINING

AASHTO Offers Training Course on Geosynthetic Materials
This course is divided into four modules:

1. Introduction to Geosynthetic Materials Used in Highway Applications;
2. Applications of Geosynthetic Materials in Highway Construction;
3. Index and Performance Tests; and
4. Inspection and Acceptance.

IGS Professional Development Course: “Geosynthetic Reinforced Soil Structures”

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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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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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) 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 * AKS Lining Systems * AUSROADS * Cargill * Concrete Canvas * Electro-Cementation * Electrokinetic Geosynthetics * Eric Blond * ExcelPlas * Experts.App * GCCM * GEOfabrics * Geo-tubes * GNA * Holcim * HUESKER * JP GIROUD * Jute Geotextile * Microplastics * MuCell * Polymer Processing Aid * Trangie Nevertire * WINFAB

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

BREAKING NEWS

Concrete Canvas Utilises Patent Covering 2nd-Generation Technology to Stop GCCM Competitor in Malaysia

INDUSTRY NEWS

Listen to Podcast on New JP Giroud Expert App (World First) mp3

JPG Experts.App Slide Pack & QR codes

IGS Elections Open Today (2nd February) : Eric Blond Running for President

Austroads Publishes New Technical Spec on Geosynthetics
ATS-2170-25 Geosynthetic Reinforcement – Guidance on supplying and installing high-strength geosynthetic products for embankment reinforcement and stability.

Austroads Technical Specification ATS 2170 sets out the requirements for the supply and installation of geosynthetic reinforcement, which is used in applications such as:

1. embankment basal reinforcement (for example, embankments over soft ground);
2. piled embankments with basal reinforcement; and
3. reinforcing of embankments with a batter slope ≤ 70° from horizontal.

ATS 2170 only applies to high strength geosynthetic products, which may include geogrids, straps and woven products.

Holcim – Trangie Nevertire Irrigation Scheme Dispute Over Failed EPDM Lining Goes to Federal Court of Australia

Challenges of Legacy Geotextile Sand Containers [PDF]

Turning Sand-Filled Geo-Tubes in Cemented Solid Onshore Structures Using Electrical Current
Electro-cementation of Onshore Calcareous Sand Using Colloidal Silica (CS) Nanoparticles and Alumina Powder and the Incorporation of Electrokinetic Geosynthetics (EKGs)

Congrats, GEOfabrics: first EPDs Go Live !

Mining Elites 2026: Sponsorship Showcase – AKS Lining Systems

Cargill Polymer Processing Aid (PPA) for Geomembrane Offers an Alternative to Fluoropolymers

Geohazard Mitigation with Geosynthetics

VideoCast – Building Wind Farms Safely and Sustainably with Geotextiles [Huesker]

NEW INVENTIONS

MuCell Extrusion Patent Pathway to Foamed LLDPE Geomembranes

Dam with Contaminants Entombing Cap Design by William French

Lithocrete Patent Method for Making Geotetile Reinforced Concrete

Chinese Develop Method for Applying Spray-Applied PU Geomembranes to Tunnels

Jute Geotextile with Flocculant Makes Clear Water Flocking Curtain

WINFAB Patent New Woven Silt Fence Fabric

Turning Sand-Filled Geo-Tubes in Cemented Solid Onshore Structures Using Electrical Current
Electro-cementation of Onshore Calcareous Sand Using Colloidal Silica (CS) Nanoparticles and Alumina Powder and the Incorporation of Electrokinetic Geosynthetics (EKGs)

MICROPLASTICS FROM GEOSYNTHETICS

Degradation Pathways and Microplastic Pollution of Two Polypropylene Geotextiles in Soil Systems

Microplastics from Geotextiles and their Role in Heavy Metal Accumulation in Plants [PDF]

GEOMEMBRANES

Depletion of Antioxidants in Tensioned HDPE Geomembranes Exposed to Synthetic MSW Leachate

GEOTEXTILES

Influence of Geotextile Coverage on Vegetation Growth and Soil Slope Erosion Resistance [PDF]

Development of a Semantic Knowledge Base for the Use of Geotextiles in a Circular Economy

Challenges of Legacy Geotextile Sand Containers [PDF]

Degradation Pathways and Microplastic Pollution of Two Polypropylene Geotextiles in Soil Systems

GEOGRIDS

Incorporating Knowledge from Sensor Data and In-Situ Testing into the Design Framework of Geogrid-Stabilized Pavement Aggregate Layers

Displacement Evaluation on an Innovative Composite Reinforced Soil Structure
This study aims to assess the displacement behaviour of a specially designed composite reinforced soil structure for innovative slope protection of riverbanks. Three prototypes were constructed for this study, each consisting of geogrid as the primary reinforcement and geotextile as the secondary reinforcement. 

Geogrid Stabilizers for Clay Soil Improvement

GEOCELLS

Experimental Assessment of Geocell-Reinforced Sandy Subgrades Under Traffic-Induced Dynamic Loading

NEW* Listen to this GNA Newsletter as an Audio Brief🎙️

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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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) 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.