ATA Women in Textiles Summit 2026 highlights leadership, connection and industry impact

April 17, 2026  |  ATA News, News

More than 100 professionals from across the U.S. textile industry gathered in Asheville, N.C., March 30–April 1 for the eighth annual Advanced Textiles Association (ATA) Women in Textiles Summit, a dynamic, multiday event focused on leadership, mentorship and advancing women in a traditionally mal…
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Call for candidates for ATA Board of Directors positions

April 15, 2026  |  ATA News, News

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…
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Case study: Ocala highway expansion through an active mine

April 15, 2026  |  Case Studies, Features

Construction began during a period of heavy rainfall that saturated the subgrade and created weak, rut-prone soils. These soft areas posed significant challenges, especially where the planned route crossed deep fill over a former mining pit. Voids, loose soils and long-term settlement could adversel…
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Daniele Cazzuffi elected IGS president

April 15, 2026  |  News

Daniele Cazzuffi has been elected as president of the International Geosynthetics Society.
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Registration open for GMA Spring Lobby Days

April 14, 2026  |  News

It’s time to register for the 2026 Spring Geosynthetics Materials Association Lobby Days and make sure your voice is heard.
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Phenna Group acquires MLA Geotechnical

April 13, 2026  |  News

U.K.-based Phenna Group announces the acquisition of MLA Geotechnical, a geotechnical testing, inspection and engineering services provider based in Austin, Texas.
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Geosynthetics contributions at the 2026 GeoCongress

April 9, 2026  |  Features

In Salt Lake City there were numerous geosynthetics-related topics covered in technical sessions and the committee meeting.
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Professional development grants available for Women in Deep Foundations

April 9, 2026  |  News

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. 
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Barbara Connett named Expo show director

April 8, 2026  |  ATA News, News

Barbara Connett, who has worked on the Marine Fabricators Conference for the past several years, was promoted to Advanced Textiles Expo show director, beginning with the 2026 show.
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In memoriam: L. David Suits

April 7, 2026  |  News

Geosynthetics industry expert L. David Suits passed away April 3, at the age of 80.
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