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Call for candidates for ATA Board of Directors positions
April 15th, 2026
Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) is now accepting applications for open ATA Board of Directors positions. The ATA Board of Directors relies on highly engaged, volunteer leadership that is willing to represent our members, work with ATA leadership staff and provide guidance in the direction of the association and its activities. The ATA Leadership Development Committee […]
Case study: Ocala highway expansion through an active mine
April 15th, 2026
The City of Ocala has seen significant growth in the past decade, spurring increased traffic congestion. To alleviate these challenges, the city planned a road extension including a new four-lane, divided highway along the Northwest side of Ocala. This portion of the project was built on a new embankment constructed through a gravel pit of […]
Daniele Cazzuffi elected IGS president
April 15th, 2026
Daniele Cazzuffi has been elected as president of the International Geosynthetics Society, the group announced this week. Image courtesy of International Geosynthetics Society. He succeeds Sam Allen, who will continue to serve on the Council as Past President. Dr. Laura Carbone has been elected as the IGS Vice President. They, and 10 newly elected Council Members, […]
Registration open for GMA Spring Lobby Days
April 14th, 2026
It’s time to register for the 2026 Spring Geosynthetics Materials Association Lobby Days and make sure your voice is heard. The 2026 GMA Spring Lobby Days will take place on June 2–4, 2026, in Washington DC. Geosynthetic Materials Association (GMA) members will have the opportunity to meet with their congressional representatives, hear from invited guests and learn […]
Phenna Group acquires MLA Geotechnical
April 13th, 2026
U.K.-based Phenna Group announces the acquisition of MLA Geotechnical, a geotechnical testing, inspection and engineering services provider based in Austin, Texas. This marks Phenna's ninth acquisition in 2026. Tim Weston, CEO of MLA Geotechnical, said: "We are extremely proud of the reputation MLA Geotechnical has built over the past six decades, and we are excited […]
Geosynthetics contributions at the 2026 GeoCongress
April 9th, 2026
The Geo-Congress is an annual conference sponsored by the Geo-Institute (G-I) of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE). The conference focuses on highlighting excellence in all aspects of geotechnical engineering. In 2026, the GeoCongress was held in Salt Lake City, Utah, March 9-12. Photo courtesy of Geo-Congress 2026. The typical conference programming includes traditional […]
Professional development grants available for Women in Deep Foundations
April 9th, 2026
The Deep Foundations Institute Educational Trust, in partnership with the DFI Women in Deep Foundations (WiDF) Committee, is accepting applications through May 15 for its Women in Deep Foundations (WiDF) Professional Development Grants. Twelve grants of $1,750 each will be awarded to women working in the design or construction of deep foundations to support professional […]
In memoriam: L. David Suits
April 7th, 2026
Geosynthetics industry expert L. David Suits passed away April 3, at the age of 80. Suits had more than 50 years of industry experience, most recently as the head of his own consulting firm, LDS Geosynthetic Consulting Services. He also worked for the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) where he oversaw the testing […]
Strata Geosystems names new president
April 6th, 2026
Samir Agrawal, new president of Strata Geosystems. Photo courtesy of Strata Geosystems. Strata Geosystems has appointed Samir Agrawal as the company's new president. Agrawal joins Strata Geosystems with over 20 years of experience in driving organizational transformation and formulating high-impact business strategies. Most recently, he served as the CEO of Human Protection business at Arvind […]
Scholarships available for students pursuing careers in deep foundations
April 2nd, 2026
The Deep Foundations Institute (DFI) Educational Trust is accepting online applications through May 15 for the Trust’s At-Large Scholarship program, Michael L. Condon Civil Engineering Scholarship Fund and Goble Rausche Likins Scholarship Fund. At-large scholarships Several at-large scholarships ranging from $2,000–$5,000 each are being awarded in 2026. Applicants must be enrolled full time in a U.S. college or university and […]