Ongoing research in geosynthetics is vital for modern infrastructure

August 26, 2026  |  Features

The utilization of geosynthetics continues to develop and grow around the world due to the recognition in their ability to optimize designs as well as to improve project constructability. 
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Robert L. Johnson, AGRU America President and CEO, retiring; Chris Eichelberger to succeed him

August 24, 2026  |  News

Chief Sales Officer Chris Eichelberger will replace Robert Johnson as CEO of AGRU America, effective Nov. 1.
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Mary Ellen Bruce Large receives DFI’s Distinguished Service Award

August 24, 2026  |  News

Mary Ellen Bruce Large, P.E., BC.GE, president of Geotechnica, has been named the recipient of DFI’s Distinguished Service Award (DSA), the institute’s highest individual honor.
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Case study: Replacing a Florida levee

August 20, 2026  |  Case Studies, Features

The goal was twofold: increase flood protection for residents and provide flexibility in operation of water levels within the Corbett Area.
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Section 338 tariffs on Canadian imports paused until Aug. 22

August 19, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Following an agreement between the U.S. and Canada Aug. 18, the U.S. has paused the implementation of tariffs on certain goods from Canada for three days, delaying the effective date to Aug. 22. The 50% tariffs were set to take effect Aug. 19 pursuant to Section 338 of the Tariff Act of 1930. They w…
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Webinar – Landfill Methane Generation and Gas Collection and Control Systems – September 24

August 19, 2026  |  FGI News, News

This webinar will provide an overview of landfill methane generation and gas collection and control systems (GCCS), drawing on lessons from a comprehensive field research program at a modern landfill.
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Eljen Corp. nominated for ‘Coolest Thing Made in Connecticut’

August 18, 2026  |  News

Eljen Corporation's Geotextile Sand Filter is in the running for the 2026 "Coolest Thing Made in Connecticut" competition.
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Former Tensar CEO joins detention equipment contractor

August 17, 2026  |  News

Scott Edgecombe, most recently global CEO and managing director at Tensar, has been named president of Cornerstone Detention Products, Inc., a detention equipment contractor and security electronics integrator headquartered in Montgomery, Ala.
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U.S. imposes new tariffs following Section 301 investigation

August 14, 2026  |  Industry News, News

Sixty trade partners of the U.S. are subject to new tariffs following the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) Section 301 investigation into concerns about forced labor. The investigation began in March, with the USTR determining in June that the acts, policies and practices of the economies were &#822…
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Mid-America transportation projects honored for strengthening communities

August 14, 2026  |  News

Twelve state department of transportation projects in Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio and Wisconsin have won top regional honors in the 2026 America’s Transportation Awards competition.
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